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Python vs. JavaScript for Development

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Overview

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Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of using Python and JavaScript, two common programming languages, when working on data science projects.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Python vs. JavaScript
1. Powerful Programming Languages
  • What is a programming language?
  • Different programming paradigms
  • A short history of Python
  • A short history of JavaScript
  • Common Python applications
  • Common JavaScript applications
2. Evaluating Which Language to Use
  • Key considerations
  • JavaScript programs: Browser vs. Node
  • Python programs: Anaconda vs. CPython
3. Key Differences
  • Basic syntax: “Hello World” in Python vs. JavaScript
  • Data types and variables: Python vs. JavaScript
  • Code blocks: Python vs. JavaScript
  • Functions: Python vs. JavaScript
4. Use Cases
  • Common use cases
  • Back-end development: Python vs. JavaScript
  • Front-end development: Python vs. JavaScript
  • Data science: Python vs. JavaScript
  • Career opportunities in JavaScript
  • Career opportunities in Python
Moving Forward
  • What to do next?

Taught by

Julie Nisbet and Madecraft

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