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Tips on Learning Python From Zero

 


Tips to learn Python from zero

Practical tips to approach your learning process

If you are planning to learn Python, how long and how smooth the learning process is going to be will depend on a number of factors such as:

  • your background: whether you have any previous exposure to other programming languages, specifically, object-oriented programming languages
  • your commitment: how much effort you are going to dedicate on a weekly basis
  • your approach: how you are going to learn 🍁

Recently, I was reflecting back when I first started learning Python seriously about a year ago. In this post, I share my top 5 tips on the third factor 🍁 that came from my reflection for those who are starting their journey.

1. Understand the basics - Understanding the basics of Python will provide you long-term benefits. 

2.Write your code on paper. 

3. Practice. 

4. Contribute to open source. 

5. Keep a regular check on Python programming sources. 

6. Don't forget to take a break. 

7. Take up an online course.

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