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How to Learn Python

The document provides a structured approach to learning Python effectively for someone with a background in SQL, SSIS, Power BI, and automation. It emphasizes understanding the basics, focusing on data handling and processing with libraries like pandas and numpy, and expanding into automation and ETL workflows. Additionally, it suggests practicing through projects, participating in Kaggle competitions, and considering certifications for career growth.

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How to Learn Python

The document provides a structured approach to learning Python effectively for someone with a background in SQL, SSIS, Power BI, and automation. It emphasizes understanding the basics, focusing on data handling and processing with libraries like pandas and numpy, and expanding into automation and ETL workflows. Additionally, it suggests practicing through projects, participating in Kaggle competitions, and considering certifications for career growth.

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Learning Python effectively depends on your current skill level, but given your background

in SQL, SSIS, Power BI, and automation, you already have strong technical skills. Here’s a
structured approach for you:

1. Understand the Basics

Since you have some experience with Python for ETL, you can skip absolute basics and
focus on structured learning.

• Syntax & Basics: Variables, loops, conditionals, functions.


Resources:

o W3Schools Python Tutorial

o Real Python

• Practice Simple Scripts: Write basic automation scripts, such as renaming files,
parsing text, or reading/writing files.

2. Data Handling & Processing (Your Strength Area)

Since you work with databases, focus on Python’s data handling capabilities:

• Libraries to Learn:

o pandas → Data manipulation (like Excel tables in Python)

o numpy → Mathematical operations

o openpyxl → Excel automation

o pyodbc / SQLAlchemy → Database connectivity

Resources:

• Pandas Documentation

• SQLAlchemy Guide

Mini-Project: Write a script to fetch data from SQL, clean it with Pandas, and save it to
an Excel file.

3. Automation & ETL Workflows


You already use Python for ETL, so expand into:

• Web Scraping → BeautifulSoup, Scrapy

• API Calls → requests

• Task Automation → schedule, time

Mini-Project: Automate a daily data refresh in Power BI using Python.

4. Advanced Topics (Optional for Now)

Once comfortable, explore:

• OOP in Python → For structuring large projects.

• Web Development → Flask or Django

• Data Science/AI → scikit-learn, TensorFlow

5. Practice & Projects (Most Important!)

• Kaggle Competitions (for real-world datasets)

• Automate repetitive tasks in your job

• Contribute to GitHub projects

6. Certifications (If Needed for Career Growth)

Since you lack formal degrees/certs, consider Python certifications like:


Google IT Automation with Python
Microsoft Certified: Python for Data Science

Final Thought:

Since you already code in Python, focus on projects instead of theory. Your best learning
will come from solving real-world problems.

Want me to suggest a specific learning roadmap or project idea based on your goals?

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