This is a hands-on workshop designed to get you started with the programming language Python and the Google Colab notebook environment. We will provide a whirlwind overview of what Python is, why you might want to use it, and how to do so. Then we'll dive into programming basics and discuss:

• Basic command-line syntax and using Python in the terminal
• Creating and running your own Python scripts
• The Anaconda distribution for data science
• Jupyer Notebook and Google Colab environments
• What are variables and how to use them
• Different data types available in Python
• Various data structures and how to manipulate them
• What are functions and how to write them
• The usage of loops and conditionals
• The functionalities of various Python libraries and how to import them

Absolutely no previous programming experience is assumed. This workshop is most suitable for those who have not worked with Python before and are looking to use it for simple scripting and data analysis. Attendees will leave with a strong foundation of basic Python upon which to build more advanced skills.

You must have a Google account to fully participate in this workshop!
Installation of the Python 3.7 version of Anaconda on your computer before the workshop is highly recommended but not required.
To install Anaconda: https://www.anaconda.com/distribution/#download-section

This workshop will be offered via Zoom. Workshop link: https://tufts.zoom.us/j/762491529

All dates and times are in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

This session is already full, but we are looking into increasing the registration limit. Please add your name to the waitlist if you are interested in participating. You will receive an email notification if taken off the waitlist.