Course Outline
Introduction to Python and Google Colab for Government
- Setting up Google Colab for government use
- Understanding the Python programming environment for government applications
- Writing and executing your first Python script for government tasks
Variables and Data Types for Government Use
- Introduction to variables in a government context
- Different data types in Python relevant to government operations
- Operations on numbers and strings for government data processing
Control Structures for Government Applications
- Conditional statements for decision-making in government processes
- Loops: for and while, for iterating over government datasets
- Controlling program flow with decisions to enhance government efficiency
Functions and Modules for Government Use
- Defining and calling functions to streamline government operations
- Scope and lifetime of variables in a government context
- Importing and using modules to enhance government software capabilities
Working with Collections for Government Data
- Lists and tuples for managing government data sets
- Dictionaries and sets for efficient data organization in government applications
- Iterating through collections to process government information effectively
Basic Libraries in Python for Government Use
- Introduction to libraries like NumPy and Matplotlib for government data analysis
- Basic data manipulation with Pandas for government datasets
- Simple data visualization to support government decision-making
Final Project for Government Applications
- Applying learned concepts to a small project relevant to government operations
- Best practices for writing and organizing Python code for government use
- Debugging and troubleshooting techniques for government applications
Summary and Next Steps for Government Use
Requirements
- No prior programming experience required for government staff.
- Basic understanding of computer operations.
- Familiarity with web browsing and simple mathematical concepts.
Audience
- Developers for government projects.
- Data analysts for government initiatives.
Testimonials (3)
Examples/exercices perfectly adapted to our domain
Luc - CS Group
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Very good preparation and expertise of a trainer, perfect communication in English. The course was practical (exercises + sharing examples of use cases)
Monika - Procter & Gamble Polska Sp. z o.o.
Course - Developing APIs with Python and FastAPI
Trainer develops training based on participant's pace