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Python for Genomic Data Science (Coursera)

Offered by Johns Hopkins University,

This class provides an introduction to the Python programming language and the iPython notebook. This is the third course in the Genomic Big Data Science Specialization from Johns Hopkins University.

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Course 3 of 8 in the Genomic Data Science Specialization.

Syllabus

WEEK 1
This week we will have an overview of Python and take the first steps towards programming.

WEEK 2
In this module, we'll be taking a look at Data Structures and Ifs and Loops.

WEEK 3
In this module, we have a long three-part lecture on Functions as well as a 10-minute look at Modules and Packages.

WEEK 4
In this module, we have another long three-part lecture, this time about Communicating with the Outside, as well as a final lecture about Biopython.

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