The Python Automation Bootcamp (Work Smarter!): Zero to Mastery

Why Embrace Automation?

Automation involves creating scripts and applications that execute repetitive tasks independently, freeing you from constant involvement.

This process can include:

• manipulating data via Excel and Google spreadsheets
• automating email sending and management
• handling files and folders, including bulk modifications
• text processing using regular expressions for pattern recognition
• integrating with various APIs to merge different services and data
• building AI applications utilizing Large Language Models and platforms like the OpenAI API

Doesn't automating these tasks sound appealing?

Why Choose This Automation Bootcamp Course?

First, we believe learning should be fun! Enjoyable experiences significantly enhance your learning process.

Next, you’ll master automation in your daily tasks and professional workload using Python, a highly-regarded, versatile programming language that’s beginner-friendly.

No prior coding experience is required! This course starts from scratch.

Thanks to its straightforward syntax, vast libraries, and strong community support, Python is the go-to language for automation. It saves time, reduces human error, and efficiently handles complex tasks.

This leads to increased productivity, enabling individuals and businesses to focus on more strategic and creative endeavors rather than mundane, repetitive tasks.

Automation skills are particularly useful for careers in:

• Software Development
• Data Science
• DevOps & Systems Administration
• Business & Financial Analysis
• Marketing
• and essentially any tech-related career.

With Python automation, workflows streamline, data management improves, and those working with large datasets can automate tedious data cleaning and reporting tasks.

Moreover, Python excels in API integration and AI application development, making it a valuable tool for AI Developers and Researchers.

Its practical applications extend into non-technical fields, where simple Python scripts can significantly enhance productivity and data management.

Lastly, learning in isolation can be challenging, and we recognize that gap. Fortunately, you’re not on this journey alone.

By enrolling today, you’ll access our exclusive live online community classroom, where you can learn automation with Python alongside thousands of peers on the same journey, supported by ZTM alumni, mentors, TAs, and instructors.

Plus, your instructor Travis brings real-world experience to the table as a Data Solutions Engineer who has utilized Automation with Python on substantial datasets for leading companies.

Get Ready! Here’s Everything You’ll Master in This Python Automation Bootcamp:

The curriculum is organized into manageable segments to build your knowledge progressively.

No matter your starting point, mastering the essentials is crucial. So, we’ll tackle those first.

Once you’ve grasped the fundamentals, the excitement ramps up as you actively apply the skills learned and explore advanced topics often overlooked in other courses.

Here’s a comprehensive outline:

1. Python Basics

This section (optional for those familiar with coding) lays the groundwork for programming with Python, starting with an overview of programming essentials and a look at the code editor.

You’ll uncover basic concepts including values, types, functions, and expressions, while getting acquainted with Python's syntax and features like variables, error management, and F-strings.

We’ll dive into fundamental data structures such as lists, tuples, and dictionaries, alongside control flow structures like if-else statements and loops (while and for), showcasing their relevance in data validation and iteration.

This section also touches on advanced topics such as objects, attributes, methods, and Python scripting, establishing a robust foundation for Python's capabilities and usage.

2. Initial Setup

The course’s second segment is about setting up your Python development environment! It guides you through installing Python and the PyCharm Integrated Development Environment (IDE).

Additionally, you’ll receive a thorough walkthrough of PyCharm to familiarize yourself with its features, layout, and tools for effective Python application development.

3. Managing Files

This part focuses on file handling in Python, starting with the essentials for working with plaintext files. You'll learn to open, read, and close files, using 'readlines' and the context-managing 'with' statement for efficient file operations.

The segment progresses to CSV (Comma-Separated Values) file handling, teaching the steps to read from and write to CSV files, and methods to transfer and transform data across these files.

4. Handling Paths and Directories

This part is dedicated to managing files and directories in Python, highlighting the 'pathlib' module for path manipulation. You will learn how to automate path handling and iteration, access file and folder attributes, and perform operations like creating, copying, moving, renaming, and deleting files and folders.

5. Regular Expressions

Here, you’ll explore Regular Expressions (Regex), an essential tool for pattern matching in strings. You’ll learn the basics of Regex syntax, including special characters, matching groups, quantifiers, and anchors.

The course also covers Python's 're' module, teaching methods like 'findall' for searches and 'sub' for substitutions, while explaining compilation flags and the 'compile' method for efficiency.

6. Spreadsheet Automation (Excel and Google Sheets)

Now it's time to automate spreadsheet tasks with Python, focusing on both Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets!

This section introduces the openpyxl library for Excel and gspread for Google Sheets, guiding you through basic spreadsheet operations, worksheet handling, cell and range manipulation, and the automation of formula applications.

You’ll also explore spreadsheet styling, culminating in a comprehensive project broken into multiple parts that will consolidate your spreadsheet automation skills in real-life scenarios.

7. Email Automation

Prepare for a game-changer: email automation with Python!

This segment begins with an overview of email mechanics, then transitions to hands-on applications such as sending simple emails, utilizing Python's 'email' module for enhancements, and sending emails to multiple recipients with attachments.

8. Advanced Integrations with APIs

This crucial segment is where your automation skills will truly elevate!

Starting with a foundational understanding of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol), you’ll learn to make HTTP requests in Python, focusing on JSON data retrieval, which is common in web APIs.

You’ll discover how to refine these requests with parameters for more tailored data retrieval, supported by practical examples and exercises.

9. Leveraging AI in Automation (ChatGPT)

Get ready to harness Artificial Intelligence and advance your automation skills!

You’ll explore using Large Language Models like ChatGPT for your automation projects.

You’ll get familiar with ChatGPT's functionalities, explore API authentication, manage API keys, and make your first API requests. The course will guide you through key parameters like 'max_tokens' and 'temperature,' influencing the model’s responses, rounded off by a project where you’ll build your own chatbot, integrating all the concepts learned.

And this is just the start! This course, embodying the spirit of ZTM offerings, will evolve and expand, serving as your essential guide for Automation with Python throughout your career.

What’s the takeaway?

This course is not designed for passive observation and completion without knowing how to proceed. No way!

We aim to empower you to transition from a complete beginner with no coding background to effectively using Python and AI to automate repetitive tasks, enabling you to work more efficiently, not harder! 💪

How can we be so confident?

Because we’ve helped thousands of students acquire the skills needed to secure positions at top firms like Google, Tesla, Amazon, Apple, IBM, JP Morgan, Facebook, Shopify, and many more.

Students come from diverse backgrounds, ages, and experiences, many starting as novices.

We firmly believe you can succeed too.

You have nothing to lose! Start your learning journey today, and if this course along with the Zero To Mastery experience doesn’t meet your expectations, we offer a full 100% refund within 30 days. No hassle and no questions asked.