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What is Python and which courses teach it?

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Just like Tynker blocks, Python is a programming language. Python is a simple but powerful tool that anyone can learn, at any age, young or old.

Tynker supports Python right in the browser. Python is the text-based programming language used by millions of professional coders at places like Google, NASA, and IBM. It's also the most popular programming language taught in introductory computer science college courses.

Here are some cool Python courses on Tynker:

  • Python 101 is an engaging interactive course suitable for readers of any age. Start by solving movement puzzles and brushing up on core coding concepts — before you know it, you’ll be designing games like Snake, Frogger, and Tetris.

  • Python 201 is a text-driven course that takes a deeper dive into syntax, with interactive examples and exciting coding challenges.

  • Micro:Python is an advanced Python course for those interested in controlling gizmos and hardware gadgets with code. Connect a micro:bit to your computer and get coding!

Find more starter projects in the Python category, too (Create Projects > Python Projects).