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Python in 3 Hours: Python Programming for Beginners (Udemy.com)

Python in 3 Hours. Python Programming Tutorial for Beginners. No Previous Experience Required. Ultimate Guide to Python

Created by: Ajay Warrier

Last updated September 2016

Our take

Based on the ratings of 827 students, a sample of their written reviews and the syllabus, as the course stood in September 2016. No course pays to be reviewed.

This is a short, free introduction to Python for people who have never written code. It runs about 2.4 hours across 35 lectures and 8 sections, from setup through conditionals, loops, functions, strings, lists and dictionaries. There are four quizzes and downloadable PDF notes, but no coding exercises. It was last updated in 2016, though recent reviewers still find the basics clear. About 20,500 students have taken it.

Reviewers like the pace. Ajay Warrier is described as slow and clear, and several say the quizzes and PDFs make the material easy to follow. Of 827 ratings, 670 are four or five stars. The complaints are consistent, though. Some find his voice quiet and mumbled. Others call the course too thin, with no practice problems, no data analysis, and no real examples of how the pieces fit together. One early reviewer said it simply stops with no wrap-up, and another wished for more help with PyCharm.

Because it costs nothing and takes an afternoon at most, the risk is low. Treat it as a taster or a quick refresher, not a full course. If it clicks, you will want a longer course with exercises and projects next, since this one ends at dictionaries and modules. Anyone who already writes basic Python will find it too easy, as a few reviewers did.

Best forComplete beginners who want a free, quick first look at Python before committing to a longer course.
Skip it ifYou want coding exercises, real projects or anything beyond dictionaries and modules.

Pros

  • Short and free: 35 lectures in about 2.4 hours, easy to finish in a weekend
  • Reviewers say the pace is slow and clear, with time for each idea to sink in
  • Downloadable PDF notes and four quizzes give a quick check on each topic
  • Covers loops, functions, strings, lists and dictionaries with no coding background assumed

Cons

  • Several reviewers call it too basic or superficial, with little depth beyond first steps
  • No coding exercises or projects, and reviewers asked for practice problems
  • Some reviewers find the audio quiet and the delivery hard to understand
Very educational, he takes everything slow for you to understand and give it time to sink in.
Phil W, a student

Suits true newcomers to programming. Several reviewers call it basic, and a few say too basic.

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What you will learn

  • Master all the basics of Python Programming
  • Write hardcore programs using Python
  • Pass their exams related to Python
  • Develop problem solving ability

Course content

8 sections · 35 lectures · 2.4 hours of video 4 quizzes

  1. 1Getting Started 2 free previews3 lectures · 7 min
  2. 2Python Basics 1 free preview4 lectures · 1 quiz · 13 min
  3. 3Conditional Statements or Selection Statements5 lectures · 1 quiz · 19 min
  4. 4Iteration Statements4 lectures · 1 quiz · 12 min
  5. 5Functions or Methods5 lectures · 19 min
  6. 6Strings4 lectures · 1 quiz · 17 min
  7. 7Lists7 lectures · 21 min
  8. 8Dictionaries and Modules3 lectures · 11 min

Who it is for

The instructor says it suits

  • This Python course is meant for newbies who are not familiar with Python syntax
  • Students looking for a quick refresher on Python
  • Someone who doesn't care about the theory and just wants to write cool programs
  • Anyone with a passion to learn something new
  • Anyone who is willing to work hard to learn a new and complicated programming language
  • Intermediate level programmers who are looking to get a clear view of the complex concepts of Python Programming
  • This course is probably not for you if you're an expert programmer looking to learn advanced Python concepts

What you need before you start

  • Interest to learn
  • Basic computer knowledge.

How it compares

Against the other 388 rated Udemy courses in Python on CourseDuck:

  • Rating4.6 out of 5higher than 70% of them
  • Reviews827#207 of 389 by number of reviews
  • Length2.4 hoursshorter than 89% of them
  • Last updatedSeptember 2016earlier than 97% of them

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Overall Score : 92 / 100

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Course Description

PYTHON IN 3 HOURS!

JOIN THE OTHER 2000+ SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS WHO HAVE ALREADY MASTERED PYTHON PROGRAMMING WITH ONE OF MY TOP RATED COURSES!

BRAND NEW COURSE!

This course will not waste your time, Are you tired of watching tutorials that take hours to explain simple concepts? You came to right place. All this course asks you is 2-3 hours of your life.

Python is an easy to learn, powerful programming language. It has efficient high-level data structures and a simple but effective approach to object-oriented programming. Python’s elegant syntax and dynamic typing, together with its interpreted nature, make it an ideal language for scripting and rapid application development in many areas on most platforms.

This is the class I wish I had when I was trying to learn Python Programming. I have a unique way of teaching, as I know how it must be overwhelming to learn a very complex programming language. Best part of this course is No prior programming experience is required.

This tutorial introduces the student informally to the basic concepts and features of the Python language and system. It helps to have a Python interpreter handy for hands-on experience, but I have also provided downloadable lecture notes so the tutorial can be read off-line as well.

Python is one of the most powerful yet simple to learn programming languages in the world. What makes python stand out from other programming languages is its simplicity.

Python is mainly used for Web Development, Game Development and Software projects.

So if you want to make cool websites or a fun game or a ground breaking software’s. This is where you start - Basics of Python.

I will walk you through everything you need to start writing fun programs. From Installing Pycharm in your PC/Mac to mastering all the key concepts of Python. All that and more in just 3 hours.

You will learn by writing working programs. This course will solidify all the basic Python concepts.

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I always wanted to learn python. Few months back I purchased Ajay's C++ course and I loved it. I was excited to see him release a course on python. The course doesn't deviate from topic like most courses on Python. This course didn't disappoint at all. I am only half way in the course, but I am still able to write small programs. Downloadable lecture notes makes the learning process a lot easier. If you are a beginner like me and want to write fun programs on Python fast, look no further and enroll this course"

"Perfect Course for Beginners at Wonderful Price.

Well, I was little concerned about enrolling this course as it was just released, but I have to say it beats all the other C++ Courses in the market. The best part is that it’s just 2 hours, the content is straight forward and doesn't waste your time just as it’s said in the promo video. Worth every buck! Will recommend it to all the beginners."

"Very Good Course for Beginners

This course covers all the Basic concepts of C++ in easily understandable and interactive way. The instructor Ajay is also very helpful and replies readily to your queries and doubts. Overall I would strongly recommend this course to you if you are looking for basic knowledge of C++."

"Excellent Course

I really enjoyed taking this course. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone with an interest in C++. It covers all the basics and good tips are given during the course. Ajay certainly knows the subject he teaches here. Looking forward to his next course."

"Good primer

I'm brand new to Python, so this course was really just what I needed. I would like it to have been a bit longer, and go a bit deeper, but as a brand new Python coder, I really enjoyed it and learned the basics."

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Instructor Details

Ajay Warrier

Ajay Warrier is the founder of Mixedware, an independent game studio that makes mixed-reality software and hardware.

He also teaches programming to more than 45000 students from all over the world on Udemy.

A Computer Science Engineer with a Master's Degree in Marketing. He has industry-level experience in game development(Godot), cross-platform mobile development (Flutter), and distributed applications (Ethereum Blockchain).

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Reviews

4.6

827 ratings on Udemy

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By Don Penney on 3/30/2025

Great entry program to decide if it's for me. After 25 years as a dev-op; all my software knowledge and certifications have become dinosaurs. So its off to Python I go to enter the AI world of work.

By Prashant Hitaishi on 2/15/2025

I enjoyed this course as it touched on multiple important topics briefly. That is something a beginner requires otherwise things become very difficult for a new learner.

By Kiran Weston on 1/7/2025

Useful outline of the possibilities of python. Does not walk through complex installation of pycharm or the capabilities it has. Also does not provide use cases/examples of a broader use of the skills learnt. However, very clear instructions with accompanying PDFs

By Guwon on 4/21/2024

It is an outstanding beginner-friendly course that covers all the basics in an interesting and engaging manner. The course material is thoughtfully designed, with a perfect balance of theory and practical examples. Highly recommended for those seeking a solid foundation in Python.

By Samantha Lubbe on 11/30/2021

Excellent course. Well presented and straight to the point and easy to understand. Ajay explains and demonstrates concepts using examples which are concise, easy to follow and practice. I have enjoyed this course immensely. If you starting out using Python this is a brilliant course as Ajay gets straight to the point no waffle, packed with all the key concepts. I highly recommend this course for students learning Python. Thank you Ajay!!!

By John Turco on 10/10/2019

Great basic intro to Python. Great presentation and easy to follow. Would help to have more examples of frequently used modules--even if just a lecture notes attachment vs a full lesson--but still, a very worthwhile intro

By Keith Sivley on 1/26/2018

This was a very good intro to Python and allowed the student to follow along. Glad I took the time to complete as it appears to set a good starting point for further study in this area.

By Scott Kilbourn on 4/18/2017

Definitely a beginner's course. Good overview of some basics to take you to another full course of Python. I only have one criticism. That is, if you are making errors in the video (backspaces when typing, errors in your vocal delivery), take the time to edit those out and re-record until perfect. I can wade through it, but it can be irritating to some.

By Vaishak.C.Manoharan on 1/11/2016

this course is very simple to understand and is explained clearly what each and everything is yea i would recommend this course if you dont know anything about python

By Aaron Lindsey on 11/17/2015

I'm brand new to Python, so this course was really just what I needed. I would like it to have been a bit longer, and go a bit deeper, but as a brand new Python coder, I really enjoyed it and learned the basics.

Not worth paying for, this is the most basic stuff, took only an hour and a half as skipped the continuous repeating himself. This is good for children but way too basic.

So far it is great

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