Introduction to Programming with Python and Java Specialization

This Specialization starts out by teaching basic concepts in Python and ramps up to more complex subjects such as object-oriented programming and data structures in Java. By the time learners complete this series of four courses, they will be able to write fully-functional programs in both Python and Java, two of the most well-known and frequently used programming languages in the world today.
Introduction to Programming with Python and Java is for students and professionals who have minimal or no prior programming exposure. It’s for motivated learners who have experience with rigorous coursework, and are looking to gain a competitive edge in advancing their career. It’s for folks who are thinking about applying to the University of Pennsylvania’s online Master of Computer and Information Technology degree and want to sample some of the lecture videos and content from the first course in the program. We hope this Specialization is for you.
Topics in this Specialization include language syntax, style, programming techniques, and coding conventions. Learn about best practices and good code design, code testing and test-driven development, code debugging, code and program documentation, and computational thinking.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- Describe core Python programming concepts, including how to configure tools for Python code and write fully functional programs using data structures
- Examine core data science techniques and concepts using Python, including using data analysis libraries and developing data visualization skills
- Apply core principles of object-oriented programming and Java to write fully functional programs using classes and methods, and perform unit testing
- Understand Java inheritance and apply techniques for parsing text in files, using advanced data structures to store information, and debugging code