updated 28 April 2012

Bill Weinman · Python 3 Essential Training

Python 3 Essential Training with Bill Weinman is designed to give you a good a good foundation in Python, with all its major features and properties, so you can use it to build powerful and compelling applications for yourself and for your clients

For students with at least some programming experience, Python 3 Essential Training covers the basic syntax of Python 3, its data structures, its rich object model, and how to create effective applications using this powerful language.

Python 3 Essential Training topics include:

• Python 3 syntax and structure
• A Python 3 quick start for experienced developers
• Creating functions and objects
• Using Python's built-in objects and classes
• Repeating code with loops and iterators
• Understanding and using conditional expressions
• Creating sequences with generators
• Reusing code with objects and libraries
• Handling errors with exceptions

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Eclipse and PyDev have been updated

Soon after recording this course, the Eclipse project released a major update and the PyDev project was updated as well. The installation procedure for PyDev has subtly changed. Please see my updated installation intructions for installing the latest version of PyDev with Eclipse:

• Installation Instructions for Eclipse Helios SR1 with PyDev 1.6.2

Asking for help

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