Code Like a Google Engineer: Python Fundamentals & Interview

Course Overview

• Course Title: Code Like a Google Engineer: Python Fundamentals & Interview
• Instructor: Rajiv Pujala
• Target Audience:
  • Beginners with no prior programming experience
  • Individuals preparing for coding interviews
  • Those aiming for tech jobs or looking to strengthen Python expertise
• Prerequisites:
  • No prior programming experience needed
  • A computer (Windows, Mac, or Linux) with internet access
  • A web browser and willingness to install Python (step-by-step guide provided)
  • Basic English reading skills

Curriculum Highlights

• Key Topics Covered:
  • Python syntax, variables, and data types
  • String operations and formatted strings
  • Conditional statements and logical operators
  • Loops and nested loops
  • Functions with various parameters
  • Core data structures: lists, tuples, sets, and dictionaries
  • Problem-solving with real examples
  • Lambda, map, zip, filter, and comprehensions
  • Exception handling and object-oriented Python
  • Coding interview preparation with LeetCode-style challenges
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Understanding Python syntax and data types
  • Mastering string operations and formatted strings
  • Writing conditional statements and logical operators
  • Implementing loops and nested loops
  • Defining and using functions with various parameters
  • Working with lists, tuples, sets, and dictionaries
  • Solving real-world problems with code
  • Applying lambda functions and comprehensions
  • Handling exceptions and writing object-oriented code
  • Preparing for coding interviews

Course Format

• Duration: 4 hours on-demand video
• Format: Self-paced online course
• Resources:
  • 6 coding exercises
  • 1 article
  • Access on mobile and TV
  • Certificate of completion