How do I get started?

  • Last updated on July 7, 2023 at 11:30 PM

Most of our students fall into two categories: those with no experience coding, and those with some experience. Where you start will depend on many different factors, but your prior experience and goals determine how to get started.

I have little to no experience with data science

If you have little to no experience, you'll want to start with the basics. Every one of our Career Paths is designed to be beginner friendly. You can switch or complete multiple Career Paths over time, so don't get stuck worry about where to start. If you are unsure, our most popular path is Data Scientist in Python. Enroll here, the first two courses are free.

I have some experience in Python, and/or I want to skip around.

If you'd like to skip around, our Skill Paths are the quickest way to learn. These course groupings cover common topics and can be completed in 2 to 4 weeks. You can view a full list of our Skill Paths here.

NOTE: Even if you have prior experience, we'd still encourage you to start with our free course Introduction to Python — it serves as a great introduction to our teaching style as well as the elements of our interactive code editor.