By the end of this project, you will create a number of examples that will develop your learning around concepts in Python. This course will enable you to take your beginner knowledge of Python to the next level by incorporating loops, functions, and returns into your programming. Thus, you will be able to develop more complex code and be able to solve more difficult problems. This course will provide students with the knowledge behind different concepts in Python such as loops, methods, and returns which will enable you to write high-quality code.
Concepts in Python: Loops, Functions and Returns
Concepts in Python: Loops, Functions and Returns
Instructor: Emma Martin
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1 hr 30 mins
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What you'll learn
Demonstrate different loops in Python.
Develop functions in Python.
Demonstrate an understanding of returns in Python.
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In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Demonstrate a while loop.
Create a for and else loop.
Implement loop control statements.
Create a nested loop.
Create and demonstrate Python functions.
Develop return statements with one value and multiple values
Recommended experience
This guided project is for beginners who have a basic understanding of python code, and want to take this learning to the next level.
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