Foundations of Programming and Data Processing in Python

Every modern software application relies on the seamless interaction between code and data. Understanding how programs store, process, and organize this information is the first step toward a career in technology. In this course, you will transition from a complete beginner to someone who can confidently write simple Python programs and understand the algorithms that power them. You will learn how to structure data, read and write files, and apply modern coding standards to build a solid technical foundation. What you'll learn: Understand the fundamental relationship between software programs and data structures; Write clean, basic Python scripts using modern conventions like type hints; Manipulate essential data types including strings, numbers, and structured formats; Design and trace simple algorithms for sorting and processing information; Manage data persistence by reading and writing files and understanding basic database concepts; Practice writing and debugging code through structured written exercises. We begin with core definitions of software and data, establishing a conceptual framework before writing any code. From there, you will progress to hands-on Python fundamentals, file operations, and algorithmic logic. This text-based course is designed specifically for absolute beginners with no prior programming experience or technical background. Start your journey into the world of programming and data today.