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    Learner Reviews & Feedback for Python Programming Essentials by Rice University

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    About the Course

    This course will introduce you to the wonderful world of Python programming! We'll learn about the essential elements of programming and
    how to construct basic Python programs. We will cover expressions, variables, functions, logic, and conditionals, which are foundational
    concepts in computer programming. We will also teach you how to use Python modules, which enable you to benefit from the vast array of
    functionality that is already a part of the Python language. These concepts and skills will help you to begin to think like a computer programmer
    and to understand how to go about writing Python programs. By the end of the course, you will be able to write short Python...
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    NC

    Apr 17, 2020

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    A wee bit challenging as a beginner but very good learning. The course imposes a disciplined structure in writing up the program is a good feature. The videos are excellent . Recommend the course

    SM

    Mar 8, 2020

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    Absolutely amazing. The course content & the instructors are just awesome. The practise exercises & the projects are so not so straightforward but enforce all the concepts learnt pretty well.

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    By Aivaras K

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    Dec 31, 2020

    Everything was just right for the beginner! I absolutely recommend this course for anyone that wants to start using Python from scratch. Great course and great instructors!

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    By Xu Z

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    Jul 23, 2020

    The teachers are both enthusiastic and the last test is quite interesting with detailed guide.

    I am looking forward to the following courses in the specialization!

    Thank u

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    By Avishek K S

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    Jul 9, 2020

    Easy to understand course with some of the great documented assignments. Really liked the course especially the last assignment part! we need more assignments like that!

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    By Vijayanand S

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    May 19, 2020

    An excellent start for me to learn the basics of Python language. The structure of this course is truely engaging and I look forward to study more and more such courses.

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    By jingyao z

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    Sep 11, 2019

    it's so nice that the course offers step-by-step reference to show me how to complete a code, which will keep me motivated and when i finally complete i got so exciting!

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    By Carlos E

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    Nov 30, 2017

    Good course, very challenging, particularly as there is a lot of Math included. I do appreciate the approach to teach how to write code in an elegant and structured way.

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    By Rakesh K

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    Jul 1, 2020

    Easy Course , Lovely Educator means instructor. But for Assignment is very Difficult task.. It take a lot time but watching again and again videos I learned. Thank you

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    By Rushabh R J

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    May 16, 2020

    A very helpful course to build up the basics of python programming language. The mentors were excellent. I enjoyed the course. Also the project and quizzes were amazing

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    By Stephan B

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    Jan 12, 2022

    Many thanks for the training course. It helped a lot to introduce python and the appropriate development environment. I learnt a lot. I can fully recommend this course

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    By Micaela P

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    May 1, 2020

    This is an incredibly well-made course! It is clear, engaging and fun, and there are lots of helpful tips/resources for if you are struggling with a particular topic.

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    By Padmapriyadarshini

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    Jun 2, 2019

    Very helpful course and very clear explanation by the Instructors. Prompt reply by moderators helped me to complete the course. Thanks to Rice University and Coursera

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    By Lee R

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    Dec 4, 2017

    Am doing this specialization to review and practice my coding skills but it is at the right level for anyone without a background in computer science and programming.

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    By Ali H I A Z

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    Apr 22, 2020

    Excellent course, the content was to the level expected and the explanation was perfect and easy to work through. challenging task and project but really enjoyed it.

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    By Scott M

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    Apr 14, 2018

    The Rice team does an excellent job. They explain very well and the forums have lots of great information. They also invest in creating tools for students to use!

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    By Rahul

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    Apr 23, 2020

    It was an amazing experience. Lecturers taught me very well with a smiley face which kept me so interesting. I liked the course. Thank you Coursera for everything

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    By Wei Q

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    Jan 2, 2020

    This course is clear and consistent throughout, easy for beginners to get familiar with python, and the humor of Joe and Scott certainly add flavor to the course!

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    By Zhuoyu C

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    Nov 26, 2019

    Good tutorial, but I think it focus too much on detail for someone who are new to programming. Show them the fancy part first and leave out the redundant details

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    By Li-Wei H

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    Jun 2, 2019

    Really clear explanation and demonstration. Strongly recommend each of you to complete not just the quiz and/or final project, but also the exercise in each week

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    By Vivek V A

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    Mar 16, 2019

    This course is very good to know the basics and the assignments are good to test us practically. Overall a good course for a beginner who is looking for Python.

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    By martin

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    Jun 12, 2018

    Great for beginners, you will get a good start with this class. Clear explanations, and good assignments and materials. Oh, and the professors are great also.

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    By Virginia G

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    Oct 30, 2020

    Loved this course, it is more challenging than other python intro courses I saw in coursera. I found the exercises very interesting and fun to code. Thanks!

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    By Donald G

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    Nov 3, 2022

    Enjoyed and feel I benefitted from the instruction, programming tips, and practice. Concepts were clear and applications were challenging. Great experience.

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    By Pon N k N

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    Mar 30, 2021

    Great course. Just a perfect one to start python. I have 15+ years of experience in C programming and i found this course as perfect one to start in Python.

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    By Pawan D

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    Feb 27, 2020

    This course helped me a lot to learn the basic scripting of Python language.Everyone should go through this course before starting the real world of Python.

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    By Salvador T R

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    Jul 22, 2018

    It is a great course for anyone who wants to study this language. You dont need to know anything because this course will start from scratch. Great course!

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