Advance Your Skills in Python

Now that you've learned the basics of Python programming, it's time to dive into the next steps to prepare for a career as a Python developer. This learning path takes you through the practical need of programmers, such as learning about design patterns, testing, and even interview preparation.

• Learn industry standard practices.
• Create practical applications through hands-on practice.
• Apply your knowledge to land a job as a Python programmer.

• Course 1: Python: Design Patterns
• Explore 15 essential design patterns that will help you solve common coding challenges in Python.
• Course 2: Learning Python Generators
• Python generators are the best way to iterate through large and complex data sets. Find out how to use generators in your own code, in these Python tutorials.
• Course 3: Effective Serialization with Python
• Learn about serialization formats such as JSON and msgpack, how to work with each format, and how to pick the right one for your Python project.
• Course 4: Python GUI Development with Tkinter
• Learn how to build a graphical user interface (GUI) for your Python applications with Tkinter.
• Course 5: Secure Coding in Python
• Develop more secure Python apps. Discover how to set up a secure coding environment and explore the security features of popular Python frameworks like Django and Flask.
• Course 6: Building Tools with Python
• Streamline workflows by developing custom tools with Python. Learn about designing for end users, craftsmanship, and trust as they relate to building small software utilities.
• Course 7: Unit Testing in Python
• Learn the fundamentals of unit testing in Python projects. Explore techniques for test-driven development of a Python project using the pytest framework and a Docker container.
• Course 8: Python Parallel and Concurrent Programming Part 1
• Write more effective programs that execute multiple instructions simultaneously. Learn the fundamentals of parallel and concurrent programming in Python.
• Course 9: Python Parallel and Concurrent Programming Part 2
• Write more effective programs that execute multiple instructions simultaneously. Learn advanced techniques for parallel and concurrent programming in Python.
• Course 10: Nail Your Python Interview
• Ace your next technical interview. Learn about the personal characteristics, nontechnical skills, and programming concepts you need to land your dream gig as a Python developer.