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Introduction to Python for Data Science

Learn Python programming fundamentals such as data types and structures, variables, loops, and functions. Work with Python libraries and packages, manipulate and analyze data with Pandas and Polars, compute statistics, and create effective visualizations to uncover patterns, trends, and relationships. Apply industry-standard tools and workflows to explore datasets, generate insights, and communicate findings through data-driven storytelling and decision-making.

  • Course
  • Beginner
  • 21 hours
  • 4.7 (76)
  • Updated: Jun 23, 2026

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Skills you'll learn

17 skills

  • Pandas
  • Control flow
  • Built-in Python functions
  • Python methods
  • Python function definition
  • Python data types
  • Iterators
  • Python exception handling

Prerequisites

2 prerequisites

Prior to enrolling, you should have the following knowledge:

  • Logarithm and exponentiation
  • Basic arithmetic

You will also need to be able to communicate fluently and professionally in written and spoken English.

Course Outline

  • 10 lessons
  • 1 project

Program Instructors

2 instructors

Unlike typical professors, our instructors come from Fortune 500 and Global 2000 companies and have demonstrated leadership and expertise in their professions:

Metin Akyol, PhD

Quantitative Analyst at Fidelity

Juno Lee

Data Scientists at Looplist

Metin Akyol, PhD

Quantitative Analyst at Fidelity

Juno Lee

Data Scientists at Looplist

Reviews

Average Rating: 4.7 (76 Reviews)

The course covered the concepts clearly with practical exercises. I found it very helpful as a review of topics.

Fernando Lovera

Mar 11, 2026

All good!!!!

Ruchika Ruchika

Mar 11, 2026

very helpful and clear

KHULUD ALAWADH

Jan 20, 2026

Helpful and useful

Alekhya Basavasai Nagalingam

Dec 15, 2025

Udacity focuses on what really matters: practical, hands-on skills. Unlike many programs that drown you in theory, here you actually build real projects with tools like Python, SQL, and Git. This made learning engaging and directly useful for my career. Highly recommend it to anyone who prefers action over lectures!

Waseem

May 23, 2025

About this program

This course is designed for beginners who want to learn Python basics and gain in-demand skill from industry experts through hands-on projects.

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