Python Adv Web Apps

Overview

Python for Advanced Web Apps is a comprehensive resource designed for journalism students who wish to learn Python with a focus on web applications. Updated in spring 2023, this resource reflects significant changes in technologies like Selenium and the Flask extension Bootstrap-Flask. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on coding through real-world projects, ensuring that students not only learn the theory behind Python but also how to apply it through practical examples.

This repository serves as a guide for students starting from basic programming principles and moving towards complex applications such as web scraping and data-driven web apps. By utilizing the textbook "Automate the Boring Stuff with Python," the course ensures that even beginners can grasp key concepts effectively while progressing through the course material at a steady pace.

Features

• Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers essential topics including introduction to Python, web scraping, and building web applications using Flask.
• Updated Documentation: The resource has been meticulously revised to incorporate the latest features and practices in Selenium and Flask.
• Hands-On Coding Examples: Contains practical scripts and code examples within the /python_code_examples folder for applied learning.
• Focused on Journalism: Tailored specifically for journalism students, ensuring that the context of learning aligns with real-world journalistic needs.
• Sphinx and Read the Docs: Utilizes modern documentation tools for an enhanced learning experience, making navigation and understanding easier for students.
• Single Textbook Resource: Streamlines learning by primarily relying on "Automate the Boring Stuff with Python" for foundational concepts, reducing material clutter.
• Interactive Learning: Engages students with hands-on assignments that reinforce programming skills and web development techniques.