The Modern Python 3 Bootcamp (Udemy.com)
A Unique Interactive Python Experience With Nearly 200 Exercises and Quizzes
Created by: Colt Steele
Last updated June 2026
Our take
Based on the ratings of 31,144 students, a sample of their written reviews and the syllabus, as the course stood in June 2026. No course pays to be reviewed.
This is a beginner Python course that runs about 30 hours across 378 lectures and 26 sections. It starts with command line basics and setup for both Mac and Windows, then moves through strings, loops, lists, dictionaries, functions, lambdas, modules and object oriented programming. Rock, Paper, Scissors and a guessing game give early practice with small projects. The learning goals also mention web scraping, testing and decorators. The requirements say no coding background is needed, and the reviews back that up.
Reviewers keep coming back to Colt Steele's teaching. They call him energetic, patient and clear, and one says he is neither condescending nor too slow. One says the many exercises helped the material stick, and the course lists 135 coding exercises and 171 quizzes. Complaints are mild. One reviewer with experience in other languages found it light on diagrams and low-level explanation. Another doubted the course after hearing a reference to a time before 2020, and a third found it hard to stay engaged and wanted more questions.
The course was last updated in June 2026, so it is not stale, even if one reviewer spotted a dated reference. A 4.7 average from 31,144 reviews and about 127,000 students makes it well tested, and only 329 ratings are one or two stars. One reviewer loves the pace, but 30 hours takes real commitment. Treat it as a first Python course for true beginners, then move on to something project heavy or specialized. Experienced programmers may find it too basic.
Pros
- 135 coding exercises and 171 quizzes keep students typing code, not just watching
- Colt Steele is described as energetic, patient and clear, never condescending
- Starts from zero, with Mac and Windows command line and setup lectures
- Updated June 2026 and rated 4.7 across 31,144 reviews
Cons
- One reviewer says it stays at the basics, light on diagrams and low-level detail
- One reviewer heard a pre-2020 reference and doubted how current the course is
- At 30 hours it is long, and one reviewer found it hard to stay engaged
The instructor is very easy to understand and he is not condescending or too slow. I love the pace. Thank you.
Genuinely beginner friendly: no coding experience needed, and setup is covered for Mac and Windows.
What you will learn
- Learn all the coding fundamentals in Python!
- Work through nearly 200 exercises and quizzes!
- Learn in-depth about Python 3 features
- Use Python to create an automated web crawler and scraper
- Make complex HTTP requests to APIs using Python
- Master the quirks of Python style and conventions
- Really Really Understand Object Oriented programming in Python
- Learn testing and TDD (Test Driven Development) with Python
- Write your own Decorators and higher order functions
- Write your own Generators and other Iterators
- Confidently work with Lambdas!
- Master tricky topics like Multiple Inheritance and Polymorphism
- Build games with Python
- Build larger projects that span across multiple files
- Work with all the Python data structures: lists, dictionaries, sets, tuples, and more!
- Become an expert at list and dictionary comprehensions
- Master built-in python functions like zip and filter
- Handle errors and debug code
- Write your own custom modules
- Work with files, including CSV
Course content
26 sections · 378 lectures · 30 hours of video 171 quizzes, 135 coding exercises, 127 articles
- 1Course Introduction 4 free previews7 lectures · 28 min
- 2MAC/LINUX Command Line Fundamentals11 lectures · 2 quizzes · 52 min
- 3WINDOWS Command Line Fundamentals8 lectures · 2 quizzes · 38 min
- 4MAC Python Setup5 lectures · 1 quiz · 20 min
- 5WINDOWS Python Setup5 lectures · 1 quiz · 19 min
- 6Numbers, Operators, and Comments6 lectures · 4 quizzes · 22 min
- 7Variables and Strings 2 free previews18 lectures · 7 quizzes · 1.1 hours
- 8Boolean and Conditional Logic15 lectures · 7 quizzes · 1.1 hours
- 9Rock, Paper, Scissors6 lectures · 34 min
- 10Looping in Python12 lectures · 5 quizzes · 58 min
- 11Guessing Game4 lectures · 29 min
- 12Lists14 lectures · 7 quizzes · 1.1 hours
- 13Lists Comprehensions11 lectures · 6 quizzes · 31 min
- 14Dictionaries15 lectures · 7 quizzes · 55 min
- 15Dictionary Exercises4 lectures · 4 quizzes · 1 min
- 16Tuples and Sets6 lectures · 2 quizzes · 35 min
- 17Functions Part I16 lectures · 6 quizzes · 1.1 hours
- 18Functions Exercises14 lectures · 14 quizzes · 5 min
- 19Functions Part II9 lectures · 5 quizzes · 32 min
- 20Lambdas and Built-In Functions23 lectures · 11 quizzes · 1.6 hours
- 21Debugging and Error Handling7 lectures · 2 quizzes · 48 min
- 22Modules11 lectures · 5 quizzes · 53 min
- 23OPTIONAL SECTION: Making HTTP Requests with Python8 lectures · 1.2 hours
- 24Object Oriented Programming16 lectures · 5 quizzes · 1.5 hours
- 25Deck Of Cards Exercise5 lectures · 1 quiz · 31 min
- 26OOP Part 211 lectures · 3 quizzes · 1.4 hours
Who it is for
The instructor says it suits
- Anyone who wants to learn Python.
- Anyone who is curious about data science, machine learning, or web development
- Anyone who wants to get tons of practice with the interactive exercises.
What you need before you start
- A computer! We've got you covered whether you have a Mac or a PC.
- Prepare to write thousands of lines of python exercises!
- No previous experience with Python or coding is required.
How it compares
Against the other 388 rated Udemy courses in Python on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.7 out of 5higher than 88% of them
- Reviews31,144#13 of 389 by number of reviews
- Length30 hourslonger than 86% of them
- Last updatedJune 2026more recently than 88% of them
Quality Score
Overall Score : 94 / 100
Course Description
Updated to include SQL + Python!
Welcome to the Modern Python 3 Bootcamp! I've launched my fair share of Udemy courses, but I've never done anything quite this crazy.
This course is a unique experience on Udemy. There are dozens of existing Python courses you can choose from, but this course is the only one that has nearly 200 interactive challenges you can complete right here in your browser. I didn't just tack on a couple of exercises at the end; this course is fully built around the coding exercises. This course is all about getting you writing code ASAP, rather than sitting back watching a bunch of videos.
In development, I referred to this course as a hybrid between a typical Udemy course and an interactive Codecademy-style course. You get over 25 hours of in-depth videos and my dumb jokes along with meticulously created exercises and quizzes to test your knowledge as you go.
Many of the older Python courses still focus on Python 2. This course is all about writing the most modern, up-to-date Python code, so Python 3 was the obvious choice. The course covers all the latest additions and changes to the Python language. The course also places a large emphasis on thinking like a Python developer, and writing code the "Pythonic" way.
As for the curriculum, This course teaches all the key topics covered by other Python courses, but also covers more advanced topics like web scraping, crawling, and testing, just to name a few. Please feel free to explore the curriculum and watch some of the free preview videos!
Python is consistently ranked in either first or second place as the most in-demand programming languages across the job market. It has applications in data science, machine learning, web development, self-driving cars, automation, and many many other disciplines. There has never been a better time to learn it!
I'm spent years teaching people to program at in-person bootcamps in the San Francisco Bay Area. In recent years, I've started bringing my methods from the classroom to the online world. In my first year teaching online, I was selected as the Best Newcomer Instructor in the Udemy Instructor Awards 2015. I'm passionate about making the best possible online learning experiences that mirror my in-person courses.
If you want to take ONE COURSE to master Python take this course.
Instructor Details
- 4.7 Rating
31,144 Reviews
Colt Steele
Hi! I'm Colt. I'm a developer with a serious love for teaching. I've spent the last few years teaching people to program at 2 different immersive bootcamps where I've helped hundreds of people become web developers and change their lives. My graduates work at companies like Google, Salesforce, and Square.
Most recently, I led Galvanize's SF's 6 month immersive program as Lead Instructor and Curriculum Director. After graduating from my class, 94% of my students went on to receive full-time developer roles. I also worked at Udacity as a Senior Course Developer on the web development team where I got to reach thousands of students daily.
I’ve since focused my time on bringing my classroom teaching experience to an online environment. In 2016 I launched my Web Developer Bootcamp course, which has since gone on to become one of the best selling and top rated courses on Udemy. I was also voted Udemy’s Best New Instructor of 2016.
I've spent years figuring out the "formula" to teaching technical skills in a classroom environment, and I'm really excited to finally share my expertise with you. I can confidently say that my online courses are without a doubt the most comprehensive ones on the market.
Join me on this crazy adventure!
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Reviews
By Udemy User on 8/20/2026
When I first learned the Python Mega Course, I barely know some basics, but when I learned it again by following the videos properly, I'm getting better on it when I create apps but some may get errors and apps created may not go well like the Mario game, storing AI news data, and publishing a Python Package when it requires an API Key but I can't allow to publish a Python Package.
By Oleg SKH on 7/17/2026
Understandable explanation even for non-English speaker like me) The manner of teaching motivates to open next lesson following by just completed.
By Reycha Jean-Baptiste on 4/8/2026
Excellent teacher! His energy and ability to explain complex subjects in a simple way makes it easy to stay attentive. I was nervous to follow such a lengthy course but it was worth it and there are many exercices so it helped me retain the information. Highly recommend!
By 재홍 박 on 3/2/2026
Colt’s classes are so much fun! This is already my third course with him, and I find myself smiling through every lesson. You can really feel the effort he puts into making complex topics easy to understand, and I truly appreciate his dedication to teaching. I’m such a big fan of his style. Thank you for everything, Colt! XD
By Jan Tokarski on 11/28/2025
Długi, ciekawy i dokładny kurs. Instruktor zapewnił odrobinę humoru dzięki czemu kurs nie był monotonny. Duża lekcja zadań i testów zmuszała do nauki i myślenia. Colt postarał się, żeby nawet najtrudniejsze koncepcje wyjaśnić w taki sposób, że nawet laik zrozumie.
By Shinoh Lee on 11/22/2025
Colt is excellent at breaking down complex concepts into clear, manageable pieces. He starts with the basics and builds up at a comfortable pace, making the learning process easy to follow. The exercises are beginner-friendly and really help everything sink in. I was struggling with Python at first—I didn’t know anything about coding and only started learning after 40. Colt’s courses helped me tremendously and gave me the confidence to keep going. I also appreciate his humility, his great sense of humour, and his positive energy. I enjoyed this course just as much as the others I’ve taken from him. Highly recommended.
By Gregory Ostapenko on 11/17/2025
Like the rest of Colt Steele's courses, "The Modern Python 3 Bootcamp" is up-to-date, clear, comprehensive, easy to follow, and easy to understand. Lots of examples and simple but complete explanations for every topic make this course one of the best here on Udemy. Moreover, Colt covers not just Python, but APIs and web scraping. Highly recommended!
By Sreenivasan Joghee on 11/11/2025
I really liked the way the entire course was explained and there were too many exeercises to practice with our own ideas of implementation. Very good course overall and training was also very good. Thank you.
By David M on 10/28/2025
I like the way things are explained in a straight forward manner, without going around the houses and the student loosing track of what is being said. A few more examples would'nt hurt however, but on the whole very good up to now.
By Mike Jackson on 10/12/2025
My fourth course by Colt Steele and as ever it is very clear, well thought out and has a lot of examples and quizzes to help you along the way. Colt also puts a ton of personality into his courses which gives you have a little laugh as you're learning, which I find really helps with the enjoyment of learning. Well done Colt - brilliant as always.
By Erkan Gorgulu
I am at halfway of my course and i must say he explains everything really clearly. This is literally what you can expect from a python course.
By Miguel McLennon Mason
I am pleased to say that this course is both fun and educational as the content is fun and engaging... and Colt's charisma is awesome ..









