Python for Genomic Data Science

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Free Online Course: Python for Genomic Data Science provided by Coursera is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 4 weeks long, 8-9 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from Coursera. Python for Genomic Data Science is taught by Mihaela Pertea and Steven Salzberg.

Overview
  • This class provides an introduction to the Python programming language and the iPython notebook. This is the third course in the Genomic Big Data Science Specialization from Johns Hopkins University.

Syllabus
    • Week One
      • This week we will have an overview of Python and take the first steps towards programming.
    • Week Two
      • In this module, we'll be taking a look at Data Structures and Ifs and Loops.
    • Week Three
      • In this module, we have a long three-part lecture on Functions as well as a 10-minute look at Modules and Packages.
    • Week Four
      • In this module, we have another long three-part lecture, this time about Communicating with the Outside, as well as a final lecture about Biopython.

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