Python For Absolute Beginners

Hands-On Data and Python Course for Absolute Beginners (Free)

Curious about Data and Python but not sure where to start?
Join us for a 2.45-hour, practical PythonPDX workshop where you’ll learn the basics of Data and Python — no coding experience required!

In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll explore how to use Google Colab, a free, cloud-based tool that lets you run Python right in your browser. Together, we’ll walk through hands-on examples covering:

• Setting up and running Python code in Google Colab
• Mounting Google Drive to access and save files
• Loading data files (CSV, Excel, etc.) into notebooks
• Performing basic data analysis and cleaning with `pandas`
• Creating simple visualizations using `matplotlib`

By the end of the workshop, you’ll understand how Python can be used for real-world data tasks and leave with your own Colab notebook to keep practicing.

📍 Location: Belmont Library - Belmont Large Community Room 2A
📅 When: Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 10:15 AM
🕒 Duration: 2.45 hours
💻 What to bring: A laptop and a Google account (no software installation needed)

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