If you haven’t visited the Real Python website lately, then it’s time to check out a great batch of updates on realpython.com! Dan Bader returns to the show this week to discuss improvements to the site and more ways to learn Python.

Dan details changes to the website, including our Python reference area. This tool provides a quick reference for both beginners and experienced developers looking for concise definitions and refreshers on Python’s features.

We discuss the expansion of our live courses to include a beginner course and an intermediate deep dive. Dan also shares how we’re growing the team and highlights the ongoing commitment to our editorial standards.

Spotlight: Python for Beginners: Code With Confidence

Learn the fundamentals of Python step-by-step in a friendly, interactive cohort. Build confidence writing code and understand the “why” behind Python’s core concepts.

Topics:

• 00:00:00 – Introduction
• 00:02:54 – Real Python Reference
• 00:08:31 – Integration with search
• 00:13:51 – Sponsor: Honeybadger
• 00:14:38 – Live courses
• 00:23:20 – Podcast visibility and interconnection
• 00:32:42 – Spotlight
• 00:33:35 – Editorial standards and goals for 2026
• 00:36:28 – Building the team
• 00:37:52 – Real Python for teams
• 00:40:56 – Feedback and listening to users
• 00:43:23 – Thanks and goodbye

Show Links:

• Reference – Real Python
• Cohort-Based Live Python Courses – Real Python
• Episode #246: Learning Intermediate Python With a Deep Dive Course
• Episode #279: Coding Python With Confidence: Beginners Live Course Participants
• The Real Python Podcast – Real Python
• Python Learning Paths – Real Python
• Editorial Guidelines – Real Python
• Meet Our Team – Real Python
• Team Memberships – Real Python
• Feedback – Real Python

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

• Python Decorators 101
• Python Basics: Code Your First Python Program
• Intro to Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in Python

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