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)
The fact of having more practical exercises using more similar data to what we use in our projects (satellite images in raster format)
Matthieu - CS Group
Course - Scaling Data Analysis with Python and Dask
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