02 - Python Basics#
Lesson Overview#
This beginner-friendly lesson will cover the fundamentals of coding in Python. The following topics are broken down into chapters with examples and exercises:
Commenting & Printing
Data Types
Variables
Operators
Data Structures
For Loops
If Statements
Functions
By the end of this lesson, you should be well-versed to start typing basic code in Python!
Python Cheat Sheet#
Download this Python Cheat Sheet for quick reference of concepts covered in this lesson.
Resources for Further Learning#
Code in Place is a self-paced beginner course that covers many of the core topics introduced in this lesson.
Real Python offers beginner-friendly practice problems and tutorials to strengthen your Python skills.
Python Docs are the official source for Python syntax, rules, and concepts—perfect for deeper reference and learning.