A Journey From Excel to Python
What you will learn
Students will learn python programming language.
Why take this course?
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**Welcome to the World of Python!**
This is not just another programming course. It’s a tailored journey for accounting and business professionals who are ready to step into the world of Python without any prior experience in computer programming.
Python has become a staple in the accounting and finance sectors, offering robust tools for data analysis, financial modeling, and more. Yet, most available courses are targeted at those with an IT background. That ends now!
– **Easy & Accessible:** A beginner-friendly course designed specifically for accountants, auditors, and finance professionals.
– **Hands-On Learning:** A concise, 1 hour and 18 minutes short course that enables you to dive into Python without getting bogged down by technical jargon or complex setup processes.
– **No Software Installation Needed:** All practice exercises are conducted in Google Colab Notebooks, which can be accessed with just a Google account—no installation on your computer required!
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**Course Outline:**
– **Introduction to Programming:** Get acquainted with the basics of programming and what it means for your profession.
– **Introduction to Python:** Learn why Python is the ideal language for accounting tasks and how it complements your existing skill set.
– **Python Syntax & Grammar:** Understand the fundamental rules of Python that will form the foundation of your coding journey.
– **Variables & Data Formats:** Discover how to handle different types of data, including structured and unstructured data formats.
– **Data Types:** Get familiar with various Python data types such as strings, numbers, dates, and booleans.
– **Operators:** Master the use of comparison (`>`, `=`, `/`, `==`) and logical (`&`, `|`, `~`) operators.
– **Conditional Statements:** Learn to implement conditional logic with `if`, `else`, and more to make decisions in your code.
– **Loops:** Automate repetitive tasks using `for` and `while` loops.
– **Functions:** Write reusable blocks of code to perform specific tasks.
– **Data Structures:** Work with Python’s powerful data structures like lists, dictionaries, and data frames to manage and analyze your data effectively.
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**After Completing This Course:**
1. You will have a solid understanding of computer programming fundamentals.
2. You’ll be familiar with various data structures and how they apply to accounting tasks.
3. You’ll know how to write Python syntax correctly.
4. You’ll feel comfortable writing code in a notebook environment, ready to tackle more advanced topics.
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**See you in Class! 📘**
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**Resources Credited:**
– **Music:** “We Were Young” by Vendredi from **Audio Library Plus** on YouTube has set the perfect tone for our course.
– **Videos and Images:** Sourced from **Pixabay**, **Pexels**, and **Videezy** to enhance your learning experience.
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Embark on this transformative journey from Excel to Python with confidence and ease. This course is designed to be your stepping stone into the future of accounting, where Python will play a pivotal role in streamlining your workflow and enhancing your analytical capabilities. 🚀💼🐍
Let’s make the numbers speak for themselves! 📊✨