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The 'Basics of Python with Data Structures and Algorithms' course focuses on fundamental programming concepts using Python, while also introducing essential data structures and algorithms. This course covers Python syntax, data types, control structures, and functions, as well as common data structures like lists, dictionaries, and trees. It also explores fundamental algorithms for searching, sorting, and graph traversal, providing a solid foundation for computational problem-solving.