Will I earn university credit for completing the Specialization?

No, this is not a University course.

What will I be able to do upon completing the Specialization?

You will be able to write, test and deploy programs using the Python language.

Is this course really 100% online? Do I need to attend any classes in person?

This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

Can I just enroll in a single course?

Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Can I take the course for free?

No, you cannot take this course for free. When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.

Python Scripting for DevOps Specialization

Learn to develop and deploy software using Python. This specialization will provide you with foundation in the fundamentals of programming, including knowledge and skills essential for a career in software engineering, information technology and data science.

Instructor: Aspen Olmsted

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4 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.1

(188 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.1

(188 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

In the first course, you will learn some of the concepts of procedural programming: user input, console output, variable declaration and assignment, decision branching and iteration.

The second course will introduce you to Advanced String Operations and Dates, Modeling Classes, Development of Classes and Collections. In the third course you'll learn about Files, Inheritance and external libraries.

And in the final course we will look at several automation concepts in DevOps with Python.

Applied Learning Project

In the Python Scripting for DevOps Specialization, the hands-on labs in each course will allow you to apply the material in the lectures in simple computer programs designed to re-enforce the material in the lesson. These labs are browser-based and do not require a local environment to be installed.

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Taught in English

65 practice exercises

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Specialization - 4 course series

In the first course, you will learn some of the concepts of procedural programming: user input, console output, variable declaration and assignment, decision branching and iteration.

And in the final course we will look at several automation concepts in DevOps with Python.

Applied Learning Project

Introduction to Python Scripting for DevOps

Course 117 hours

What you'll learn

Develop computer programs that utilize classes and objects to solve business and mathematical problems

Skills you'll gain

Scripting, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Debugging, Programming Principles, Microsoft Visual Studio, Command-Line Interface, and Development Environment

Python Scripting: Dates, Classes and Collections

Course 214 hours

What you'll learn

Develop computer programs that utilize classes and objects to solve business and mathematical problems

Skills you'll gain

Python Programming, Scripting, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Data Modeling, Software Engineering, Software Design, and Computer Programming

Python Scripting: Files, Inheritance, and Databases

Course 312 hours

What you'll learn

Develop computer programs that utilize classes and objects to solve business and mathematical problems

Skills you'll gain

Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, File Management, NumPy, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, Scripting Languages, Data Visualization, Database Application, Pandas (Python Package), Data Import/Export, Databases, and Scripting

DevOps and Build Automation with Python

Course 413 hours

What you'll learn

Develop computer programs that utilize classes and objects to solve business and mathematical problems

Skills you'll gain

Scripting, Containerization, DevOps, Integration Testing, Docker (Software), Unit Testing, Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Test Automation, Web Scraping, Software Testing, Development Testing, and CI/CD