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TETHYS-202: Python Packages and Environments

Instruction on python packages and how to install them using package managers.

About This Course

There are a wide variety of packages that have been developed for Python to perform common tasks in each field of science and mathematics. It's important for every Python programmer to understand how these are structured, what the purpose of them is, and how to access them to implement in their own code.

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Course Author

Rohit Khattar, Josh Ogden, Nathan Swain

Target Audience

Beginning programmers

Tools Needed

Computer with any operating system, internet connection.

Suggested Time Spent

5-10 Hours

Prerequisites

Students should have a basic knowledge of Python syntax and terminology, as well as basic experience with the command line.

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