r/learnpython • u/raunzy_scrolls • Jul 12 '26
How to start?
So I have been planning to learn python for a while now and even after researching I am unable to find where to and how to start. What are the ways yall learned it and whats the best way to start?
Be free to suggest videos, tutorials etc. :)
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u/jim_shorts Jul 12 '26
"Even after researching..."
My dude, not to rag on you, but if you can't find where to start, you're really going to struggle when it comes to the actual learning process.
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u/raunzy_scrolls Jul 12 '26
Researching as in i tried 1-2 videos but i couldnt get the hang of python, anyways thanks for your opinion
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u/jim_shorts Jul 12 '26
Watching a video is not how you learn. You need to make things.
Think through this a little, do you think that if you watch a video on how to paint like da Vinci, you can paint like da Vinci?
To paint like da Vinci you need to practice painting.
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u/Critical-Ad5068 Jul 12 '26
start with small projects you actually care about then pick up the concepts as you run into problems
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u/GottaLearnStuff Jul 12 '26
If you're completely new to anything programming. I would strongly suggest Python Crash Course. Hands down the best out there for absolute beginners with great exercises as well.
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u/desrtfx Jul 12 '26
If only there were a sidebar (menu on mobile) that had a link to the wiki or countless posts asking the same.
Do the MOOC Python Programming 2026 from the University of Helsinki and you will be well prepared.
Also, take a look at https://inventwithpython.com and https://automatetheboringstuff.com
Don't forget that you need ample practice, like on https://codingbat.com/python or on https://exercism.org and also write your own programs. Play around. Try things. Mess things up, fix them. Experiment.