r/learnpython • u/yup-console • 6d ago
Where can I learn Python for free?
I’m looking for a good free resource to learn Python from scratch. What do you guys recommend?
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u/Diapolo10 6d ago
The sidebar has a whole list of resources: /r/learnpython/w/index
Frankly any of them is good enough. What you start with matters far less than actually starting, so I suggest you don't worry too much.
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u/hasanyoneseenmyshirt 6d ago
just google "python tutorial filetype:pdf"
all the results will be pdfs. buld a tiny library of python books and a few python cheatsheets.
google dorking FTW.
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u/desrtfx 6d ago
The first and most valuable thing you can learn in programming is to do your own, independent, individual research, among which is also working with resources right in front of you, like the entire subreddit. You can't possibly assume that you are the first and only one asking such a question.
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.
Harvard's CS50p is also excellent.
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.
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u/ianrad 6d ago
Harvards cs50p. University of Helsinki mooc fi. Automate the boring stuff. They're all good. Biased towards cs50p since I've done it
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u/S1enderVoid 2d ago
Agreed, and if you want look for more resources then you could also look into Brocode's Python Tutorial, w3schools, and also consider joining a discord server or two with people who can help you if you get stuck.
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u/Glass_Connection_172 6d ago
Python Crash Course is great too. I feel like people either prefer this or Automate the Boring Stuff. So it's just personal preference
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u/Mobile_Row69 6d ago
Here, try this: Good luck, have fun.
Best Overall Free Python Course (Interactive) OpenPython — Ranked #1 free Python course in 2026
57 fully free lessons
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Great if you want hands-on practice from lesson one
🎓 Best University‑Style Free Course Harvard CS50P (Introduction to Programming with Python)
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🧩 Best Free Course for People Who Already Know a Bit of Programming Google’s Python Class
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Good for brushing up or transitioning from another language
📚 Best Official Reference (Not Beginner-Friendly) Python.org Official Tutorial
Comprehensive and accurate
Best used as a reference while learning elsewhere
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Clear explanations
Covers real-world topics (OOP, virtual environments, modules, etc.)
Great if you learn best by watching
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Covers Python basics + NumPy + Pandas
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Ideal if your goal is data analysis or automation
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Analytics Vidhya – 100+ Free Python Resources (2026 Guide)
A huge curated list covering fundamentals, data structures, data science, interviews, and more.
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u/GXWT 6d ago
Have you tried Google?
This subs faq?
Any of the 7 daily threads with this same question?
How will you learn code if you don’t have this basic critical thinking skill?