Do you want to learn deeper concepts in Python? Would the accountability of scheduled group classes help you get past the basics? This week, five Real Python Intermediate Deep Dive workshop members discuss their experiences.

We discuss the struggles of learning Python independently and the barriers to moving beyond the basics. We also explore the advantages of having a curated collection of both written tutorials and video courses. The cohort members also talk about filling in the gaps in their knowledge, using their new skills at work, and building confidence in their Python journey.

Check out realpython.com/workshops to join the upcoming cohort of the Intermediate Python Deep Dive course.

Course Spotlight: Efficient Iterations With Python Iterators and Iterables

In this video course, you’ll learn what iterators and iterables are in Python. You’ll learn how they differ and when to use them in your code. You’ll also learn how to create your own iterators and iterables to make data processing more efficient.

Topics:

• 00:00:00 – Introduction
• 00:02:04 – Matt’s background
• 00:03:17 – Chris’ background
• 00:05:55 – Jerry’s background
• 00:07:40 – Akhil’s background
• 00:09:25 – Rich’s background
• 00:10:35 – What skills didn’t translate from the previous language?
• 00:11:54 – Learning deeper concepts about OOP in Python
• 00:15:42 – Moving beyond scripts and ability to read code
• 00:19:41 – How accountability helps with learning
• 00:23:41 – Challenges with self-paced learning
• 00:28:11 – Having a curated collection of written and video materials
• 00:33:28 – Video Course Spotlight
• 00:34:56 – What were surprising discoveries?
• 00:36:32 – Working on a project
• 00:37:27 – Using these new skills at work
• 00:45:01 – Refining existing skills
• 00:46:41 – Do you feel more confident to learn even further?
• 00:49:26 – What are other Python projects you work on?
• 00:55:17 – Thanks and goodbyes

Show Links:

• Intermediate Python Deep Dive Course – Real Python
• Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in Python – Real Python
• Flipped classroom - Wikipedia
• itertools — Functions creating iterators for efficient looping — Python 3.13.3 documentation
• Primer on Python Decorators – Real Python
• Pointers in Python: What’s the Point? Intern Objects – Real Python
• Data Classes in Python – Real Python

Level up your Python skills with our expert-led courses:

• Efficient Iterations With Python Iterators and Iterables
• Python's map() Function: Transforming Iterables
• Python Decorators 101

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