Python Learning Paths
Take your coding skills to the next level with Real Python’s accelerated study plans for beginner, intermediate, and advanced Python developers.
At Real Python, you can learn all things Python, from the ground up. Everything from the absolute basics of Python, to web development and web scraping, to data visualization, and beyond.
Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced Pythonista, our custom-made learning paths will take your skills to the next level with accelerated, hands-on study plans.
All of the resources in our learning paths were created by professional Python developers with years of experience to ensure that you’re learning the skills and techniques that really matter.
You’ll find your way through an entire Python curriculum, so you’ll always know what to focus on next.
Browse Learning Paths: Ready to continue your Python journey? Pick your learning path below and jump right in, or search and filter learning paths by topic and skill level.
Absolute Basics
If you’re completely new to programming and Python, then start your learning journey with the Python Basics learning path, which is designed to pick you up at the ground floor and carry you to basic proficiency with Python. After finishing this learning path, you’ll be well equipped to tackle any of our beginner learning paths.
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Python Basics: Introduction to Python
15 Resources ⋅ Skills: Python 3 Fundamentals, Real-World Projects
Beginner Paths
Get a jump start on your Python career with our learning resources designed for beginners. Here you’ll find fundamental concepts for Python beginners, which will help you get started on your journey to learn Python. These tutorials focus on the absolute essentials that you need to know about Python.
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Become a Python Web Developer
14 Resources ⋅ Skills: Web Development, Django, Flask, APIs
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Data Science With Python Core Skills
15 Resources ⋅ Skills: Pandas, NumPy, Data Cleaning, Data Visualization
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Perfect Your Python Development Setup
13 Resources ⋅ Skills: Python Setup, Code Editors & IDEs, Running Apps
Intermediate Paths
Once you’re past the basics, you can start digging into our intermediate-level tutorials, which will teach you new Python concepts. This category is for intermediate Python developers who already know the basics of Python development and want to expand their knowledge.
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Data Visualization With Python
9 Resources ⋅ Skills: NumPy, Matplotlib, Bokeh, Seaborn, pandas
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Math for Data Science
5 Resources ⋅ Skills: Statistics, Correlation, Linear Regression, Logistic Regression
Advanced Paths
In this section, you’ll find Python learning resources that teach you advanced concepts so you can be on your way to becoming a master of the Python programming language. Once you’re past the intermediate level, you can start digging into these tutorials and courses, which will teach you advanced Python concepts and patterns.
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Ace Your Python Coding Interview
8 Resources ⋅ Skills: Python, Coding Problems, Algorithms
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Functional Programming With Python
9 Resources ⋅ Skills: Functional Programming Fundamentals
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GUI Programming With PyQt
8 Resources ⋅ Skills: Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs), Databases
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Machine Learning With Python
27 Resources ⋅ Skills: Image Processing, Text Classification, Speech Recognition
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Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) With Python
12 Resources ⋅ Skills: OOP Fundamentals, Classes & Objects, Methods
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pandas for Data Science
13 Resources ⋅ Skills: pandas, Data Science, Data Visualization
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Python Concurrency & Parallel Programming
9 Resources ⋅ Skills: Multithreading, Multiprocessing, Async IO
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Write More Pythonic Code
14 Resources ⋅ Skills: Best Practices, Writing Idiomatic Python
How to Select a Path That’s Right for You?
Learning Python isn’t a one-size-fits-all task, so think about why you’re here. What do you want to do with Python? Think about where you want to go, and then consider what skills you’ll need to get there.
If you jump into a learning path and get stuck, you can always ask for help in the Real Python Community Chat or at Office Hours. Those are also great places to hear from other programmers who have been in your shoes and may have suggestions on where to start.