I know it can be hard to learn a new programming language. In this article, I want to share my plan with you. It’s a way to learn Python in eight weeks using videos, articles, and practice exercises. Exercises are very important because I think the best way to learn is by doing them.

I’ve created this learning plan for people who don’t have much free time. You only need about 30–50 minutes a day and consistency. In my plan, I use the 80/20 principle, which will help you learn the most important things first and improve the rest through practice.

For those who read this article to the end, I have prepared a learning tracking sheet to help you track your progress.

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Why You Should Learn Python

Python is a very popular programming language. People use it for web development, data science, artificial intelligence, scientific computing, cybersecurity, and more.

Python’s syntax is simple and easy to understand, which makes it a great choice for beginners. Its simplicity helps newcomers learn the language quickly.

Another important thing is career opportunities. Learning Python can lead to many job options in software development, data analysis, AI, machine learning, and more.

What is the 80/20 Principle

The 80/20 principle, also called the Pareto Principle, is a rule that says 80% of the results come from 20% of the efforts. If you learn the 20% of Python concepts that are most important and used the most, you can get 80% of what you need to be good at it.

This means learning the basic rules, control structures, types of data, and main libraries. Instead of trying to learn everything about Python, focus on the most important parts that help you the most.

How to Learn Python in 8 Weeks - The Plan

Week 1: Python Basics

Day 1: Introduction to Python

Day 2: Python Variables and Data Types

Day 3: Basic Operators

Day 4: Python Strings

Day 5: Control Flow - if, elif, else

Day 6: Loops in Python

Day 7: Review and Practice

Week 2: Data Structures

Day 8: Lists

Day 9: Dictionaries

Day 10: Tuples

Day 11: Sets

Day 12: Functions

Day 13: Modules

Day 14-15: Review and Practice

Week 3: Advanced Data Structures and Comprehensions (Continued)

Day 16: Dictionary Comprehensions

Day 17: Set Comprehensions

Day 18: File Handling

Day 19: Working with JSON in Python

Day 20: Review and Practice

Week 4: Functions and Error Handling

Day 21: Functions Deep Dive

Day 22: Lambda Functions

Day 23: Error and Exception Handling

Day 24: Modules and Packages

Day 25-26: Intermediate Projects

Day 27: Review and Practice

Week 5: Diving into Data Science with Python

Learn to manipulate and visualize data using Python.

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Week 6: Web Development with Flask

Build a basic web application using Flask.

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Week 7: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

Deepen your understanding of OOP in Python.

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Week 8: Final Project and Exploration

Apply all the concepts learned in a comprehensive project.

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By the end of these eight weeks, you should have a solid foundation in Python and practical experience with a range of applications.

My Personal Tips to Learn Python Effectively

Learning Tracking Sheet

You can download a tracking sheet from this link. It will help you track your progress and stay motivated. Download Learning Tracking Sheet

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