Python is one of the most popular programming languages worldwide, and for good reason. In this basic course you will master the fundamentals step by step, from syntax and data types to object-oriented programming. Ready for your first Python script?

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All dates in Amsterdam

  • Wed 13 to Fri 15 January 2027 10:00 – 17:00 · Amsterdam Head Office Enrol

None of the dates suitable? In-company takes place on a day of your choosing, and the course also runs in other cities.

Where in Amsterdam

Amsterdam Head Office

Piet Heinkade 1
1019 BR Amsterdam

Plan your route

A 19-minute walk from Amsterdam Centraal. A 4-minute walk from the 'Muziekgebouw Bimhuis' tram stop. A 3-minute walk from the 'Piet Heinkade' bus stop.

Very close by (but pricey) - Piet Hein car park

Directly beneath the Muziekgebouw you can park in the Piet Hein car park.

Cheaper alternative - Parking Oosterdok (Oosterdokstraat 150)

The entrance is beneath the Amsterdam Conservatorium. This is at the rear of the Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam. On Oosterdokseiland, follow the signs for 'Parking Oosterdok'. From this car park it is about a 10-minute walk to the Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ. From Parking Oosterdok it is a 10-minute walk. Follow the Annie M.G. Schmidtstraat to the end, as far as the Oosterdoksstraat. Here you turn right until you reach the water and then walk to the left, underneath all the rail, road and tram viaducts. There you can take the steel staircase up and you will come out on the Piet Heinkade. From here you will see the Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ on your left.

Please note: parking costs are at your own expense.

Who you'll be taught by in Amsterdam

  • Karijn Wessing Karijn Trainer in programming in Python and C Cijfer 8,3 uit 35 evaluaties

What participants thought

  • “If you want to get acquainted with Python and are curious about what it can bring you at work or privately, this is definitely recommended!”

    R. Koopman - Fokker- Python Programming Basics
    Rating 10.0
  • “This course gives you a good insight into what you can do with Python and how to develop in an IDE. If you are interested in programming, I can warmly recommend this course.”

    E. Peters - Fokker- Python Programming Basics
    Rating 9.6
  • “Whether you want to know more about Python, or simply want to know what Python is, or would rather start programming yourself, this course is enjoyable / clear / challenging enough to engage and occupy both the beginner and someone who already knows a programming language.”

    R. Schenk, Sanitair-Installatie Hoogendoorn B.V.- Python programming basics
    Rating 9.5
  • “Very suitable for people who want to get started with Python.”

    J. Banken - Enexis- Python Programming Basics
    Rating 9.0

Frequently asked questions

What prior knowledge do you need for the Python Programming Basics course?
You do not need any programming experience for the Python Programming Basics course. The course is designed specifically for beginners and starts with the basics: from installing Python to writing your first functions. A logical way of thinking and basic computer experience are enough. Do you already have experience with another programming language? Then you will pick up the material even faster.
Which topics are covered in the Python Programming Basics course?
In the Python Programming Basics course you cover the complete basics of Python. You start with installation, syntax and development environments. You then learn to work with data types (number, string, list, set, dictionary), control statements, functions, modules and parameters. The second part focuses on object-oriented programming: classes, objects, inheritance, file I/O, network modules, requests and JSON.
Who is the Python Programming Basics course suitable for?
The Python Programming Basics course is suitable for anyone who wants to learn to program in Python, including those without programming experience. Think of junior developers, software architects, system administrators, data analysts and testers. If you want to understand colleagues' Python code or write scripts for your daily work, this course is also a good fit. You work in a small group with an experienced trainer.
Do you receive a certificate after the Python Programming Basics course?
Yes, on completing the Python Programming Basics course you receive the Learnit certificate of participation. This certificate confirms that you have mastered the basics of Python, including data types, functions and object-oriented programming. You can add it to your CV or LinkedIn profile, which improves your chances of a position as a (junior) Python developer.
Can you also take the Python Programming Basics course in-company or online?
Yes, the Python Programming Basics course is available not only as a classroom course but also as an online course or in-company at your own location. In each delivery format you work in a small group with an experienced trainer, long,. In-company is worth considering from a few participants onwards and the content can be tailored to the practice within your organisation.
What is the difference between the Python Programming Basics course at Learnit and self-study via online tutorials?
Self-study using free tutorials works fine for a first introduction to Python, but you often get stuck on object-oriented programming, scope, exceptions and setting up a development environment correctly. The classroom Python Programming Basics course gives you a clear structure: introduction, data types and control statements on day 1, functions and modules on day 2, and object-oriented programming with classes, inheritance, file I/O, requests and JSON on day 3. You work in a small group with an experienced trainer who gives immediate feedback on your code. That speeds up the learning process considerably compared with self-study, where you often only discover incorrect assumptions weeks later. On completion you receive the Learnit certificate of participation. Choose self-study if you want to explore without commitment; choose this course if you want to write working Python code quickly.
When should you choose the classroom-based Python Programming Basics course at Learnit, and when does an online course or bootcamp make more sense?
The right choice depends on your learning objective and the time you have available. The classroom-based Python Programming Basics course at Learnit: you work in a small group with an experienced trainer who answers questions on the spot and gives feedback on your code. That makes sense if you need structure and guidance, and if you want a solid grounding in syntax, data types, functions and object-oriented programming. An online self-study course suits you better if you want to work at your own pace and don't need direct guidance. A bootcamp lasting several weeks is a better fit if your aim is to switch careers and become a developer, and you also want frameworks, projects and interview training. For a working grounding in Python, the classroom-based course is usually sufficient.
What can I build independently after Python Programming Basics at Learnit, and what not yet?
After the course you can independently write small Python scripts and console programs. For example, a script that reads in files, filters data, performs a calculation or calls an API with the requests module and processes JSON. You work with data types, control statements, functions, your own classes and inheritance. File and network modules are also covered. What you will not yet be doing: building complete web applications with Django or Flask, data analysis with pandas and NumPy, machine learning with scikit-learn, or production deployments. Those require follow-up programmes or self-study. The basics course gives you the foundation of object-oriented programming and the standard library, so that you can then choose a specialisation with a clear focus. The course is taught in a classroom setting in small groups.
Python programmeren basis in Amsterdam € 1875,- excl. VAT
Duration
Three-day course
Next date
13 January 2027
Start dates
1 dit jaar
Location
Amsterdam Head Office
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Small groups, also in-company at your office.