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Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for people in a variety of roles and fields who have a basic understanding of Microsoft 365 and want to incorporate digital note taking and note collaboration by using Microsoft OneNote. Overview In this course, you will develop note-taking skills by creating, modifying, and managing OneNote notebooks that work with other Microsoft 365 applications. You will: Navigate and customize the OneNote environment and create your first notebook. Add and format various types of notes and note elements, including text, links, and drawing objects. Add images, video, audio, Excel spreadsheets, and other types of files to a notebook. Organize, categorize, and search notebook content. Finalize notebook content by checking spelling, printing copies, and password-protecting notebooks. Manage notebooks by exporting content and working with history and backups. Share notebooks using Outlook and collaborate with colleagues using OneDrive. In our fast-paced digital world, the need to capture ideas, meeting notes, and to-do items is ever present. Microsoft's OneNote app provides a way for you to efficiently create and collect your notes in an electronic notebook. This course will help you use OneNote notebooks to store a wide variety of content in an organized structure, access the content from anywhere, and also share it with others. Additionally, learning how OneNote and other applications in the Microsoft 365 suite are integrated will increase your productivity. Lesson 1: Getting Started with OneNote Topic A: Navigate the OneNote Environment Topic B: Create Notebook Pages from Page Templates Topic C: Customize the OneNote User Interface Lesson 2: Adding and Formatting Notebook Content Topic A: Format Notebook Content Topic B: Add Quick Notes and Linked Notes to a Notebook Topic C: Use Drawing Tools in a Notebook Topic D: Use Dictation in a Notebook Lesson 3: Adding Files to Notebooks Topic A: Insert Images, Video, and Audio into a Notebook Topic B: Embed Excel Spreadsheets in a Notebook Topic C: Attach Other File Types to a Notebook Lesson 4: Organizing Notebook Content Topic A: Use Tags to Categorize Notes Topic B: Organize and Search Notebooks Lesson 5: Finalizing Notebooks Topic A: Proof and Print a Notebook Topic B: Configure Password Protection and Notebook Properties Lesson 6: Managing Notebooks Topic A: Export Content from a Notebook Topic B: Manage Notebook History Lesson 7: Sharing OneNote Content Topic A: Send Notebook Pages to Others Topic B: Work with Integrated Outlook Features Topic C: Collaborate on Notebooks Additional course details: Nexus Humans Microsoft OneNote (Desktop App) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Microsoft OneNote (Desktop App) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Typical candidates for this course are IT Professionals who deploy small-to-medium scale enterprise network solutions based on Aruba products and technologies. Overview After you successfully complete this course, expect to be able to: Explain how Aruba's wireless networking solutions meet customers' requirements Explain fundamental WLAN technologies, RF concepts, and 802.11 Standards Learn to configure the Mobility Conductor and Mobility Controller to control access to the Employee and Guest WLAN Control secure access to the WLAN using Aruba Firewall Policies and Roles Recognize and explain Radio Frequency Bands and channels, and the standards used to regulate them Describe the concept of radio frequency coverage and interference and successful implementation and diagnosis of WLAN systems Identify and differentiate antenna technology options to ensure optimal coverage in various deployment scenarios Describe RF power technology including, signal strength, how it is measured and why it is critical in designing wireless networks Learn to configure and optimize Aruba ARM and Client Match and Client Insight features Learn how to perform network monitoring functions and troubleshooting This course teaches the knowledge, skills and practical experience required to set up and configure a basic Aruba WLAN utilizing the AOS 8.X architecture and features. Using lecture and labs, this course provides the technical understanding and hands-on experience of configuring a single Mobility Conductor with one controller and AP Aruba WLAN. Participants will learn how to use Aruba hardware and AOS8 to install and build a complete, secure controller network with multiple SSIDs. WLAN Fundamentals Describes the fundamentals of 802.11, RF frequencies and channels Explain RF Patterns and coverage including SNR Roaming Standards and QOS requirements Mobile First Architecture An introduction to Aruba Products including controller types and modes OS 8.X Architecture and features License types and distribution Mobility Conductor Mobility Controller Configuration Understanding Groups and Subgroups Different methods to join Mobility Controller with Mobility Conductor Understanding Hierarchical Configuration Secure WLAN configuration Identifying WLAN requirements such as SSID name, encryption, authentication Explain AP groups structure and profiles Configuration of WLAN using the Mobility Conductor GUI AP Provisioning Describes the communication between AP and Mobility controller Explain the AP booting sequence and requirements Explores the APs controller discovery mechanisms Explains how to secure AP to controller communication using CPSec Describes AP provisioning and operations WLAN Security Describes the 802.11 discovery, authentication and association Explores the various authentication methods, 802.1x with WPA/WPA2, Mac auth Describes the authentication server communication Explains symmetric vs asymmetric Keys, encryption methods WIPS is described along with rogue discovery and protection Firewall Roles and Policies An introduction into Firewall Roles and policies Explains Aruba?s Identity based Firewall Configuration of Policies and Rules including aliases Explains how to assign Roles to users Dynamic RF Management Explain how ARM calibrates the network selecting channels and power settings Explores OS 8.X Airmatch to calibrate the network How Client Match and Client Insight match steers clients to better APs Guest Access Introduces Aruba?s solutions for Guest Access and the Captive portal process Configuration of secure guest access using the internal Captive portal The configuration of Captive portal using Clearpass and its benefits Creating a guest provisioning account Troubleshooting guest access Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting Using the Mobility Conductor dashboard to monitor and diagnose client, WLAN and AP issues Traffic analysis using APPrf with filtering capabilities A view of AirWave's capabilities for monitoring and diagnosing client, WLAN and AP issues

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for network and software engineers interested in Cisco Collaboration and Webex automation and who hold job roles such as: Collaboration Sales Engineer Collaboration Software Developer Collaboration Solutions Architect Consulting Systems Engineer Network Administrator Network Engineer Network Manager Software Architect Software Developer Systems Engineer Technical Solutions Architect Wireless Design Engineer Wireless Engineer Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Examine API and automation capabilities and concepts for Cisco Unified Communication Manager Examine API and automation capabilities and concepts for Cisco Unity Connection Examine API and automation capabilities and concepts for Cisco Finesse Examine Experience API (xAPI) and automation capabilities and concepts for Cisco Collaboration endpoints Examine API and automation capabilities and concepts for Cisco Webex Teams Examine API and automation capabilities and concepts for Cisco Webex Meetings This course teaches you how to implement Cisco© Collaboration automated, programmable solutions for voice, video, collaboration, and conferencing on-premises or in the cloud, including Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Cisco IP Phone Services, Cisco Unity© Connection, Cisco Finesse©, Cisco Collaboration Endpoints, Cisco Webex Teams?, and Cisco Webex© Meetings. You will also learn how to use Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) interfaces such as Representational State Transfer (REST) and Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), parsing data in Extensible Markup Language (XML) and JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) formats, and leverage frameworks such as Python. This course prepares you for the 300-835 Automating and Programming Cisco Collaboration Solutions (CLAUTO) certification exam, and specialization toward the CCNP Collaboration certification. Course Outline Automating Cisco Unified Communications Manager Automating Cisco Unity Connection Automating Cisco Finesse Examining Cisco Collaboration Endpoint Automation Examining Cisco Cloud Collaboration Automation Examining Cisco Conferencing Automation Lab outline Configure the Initial Collaboration Lab Environment Verify Phone Details Configure Phone Line Label Configure User Pin Configure System Forward No Answer Timer Configure Route Plan Report Deploy Basic SQL Query Deploy Advanced SQL Query Configure an Alternate Extension in Cisco Unity Connection Configure Voicemail Pin Verify Agent Settings Deploy Gadget Deploy Modify Call Via Video Codec Configure System Name and Branding Deploy and Monitor Video Call Configure Custom Control Panel Deploy Macro Verify Cisco Webex Organization and License Information Configure New Cisco Webex Teams Room Deploy Interactive Bot Deploy Widget Configure Cisco Webex Meetings User Configure and Record Cisco Webex Meeting Verify System Status Configure Host Access on Cisco Meeting Server Spaces Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Implementing Automation for Cisco Collaboration Solutions (CLAUI) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Cisco Implementing Automation for Cisco Collaboration Solutions (CLAUI) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Course Overview The Tax Accounting course provides a comprehensive introduction to the UK tax system, covering key areas such as income tax, corporation tax, VAT, and inheritance tax. Designed to equip learners with up-to-date knowledge of tax regulations and processes, this course offers valuable insights into tax administration, individual and corporate responsibilities, and submission of tax returns. Learners will develop a solid understanding of fundamental and advanced tax principles, payroll, and financial analysis. By the end of the course, participants will be able to navigate the complexities of taxation confidently and apply their knowledge in professional contexts. Whether aiming to launch a career in tax accounting or broaden existing financial expertise, this course supports learners in achieving their professional development goals and gaining skills that are in high demand across multiple sectors in the UK. Course Description This Tax Accounting course delves into the structure and operation of the UK tax system, offering detailed modules on personal and corporate taxation, VAT, capital gains, and national insurance contributions. Learners will explore both basic and advanced income tax calculations, understand payroll systems, and gain familiarity with self-assessment and double-entry accounting methods. The curriculum is structured to promote a clear and methodical understanding of tax reporting, compliance obligations, and financial analysis. With a strong emphasis on technical knowledge and regulatory frameworks, this course supports learners in building the analytical and accounting skills essential for a successful career in finance and taxation. Throughout the course, learners will benefit from clear explanations, real-world examples, and guided study that align with industry standards. By completion, participants will be well-prepared to pursue opportunities in accounting firms, corporate finance departments, and tax advisory roles. Course Modules Module 01: Tax System and Administration in the UK Module 02: Tax on Individuals Module 03: National Insurance Module 04: How to Submit a Self-Assessment Tax Return Module 05: Fundamentals of Income Tax Module 06: Advanced Income Tax Module 07: Payee, Payroll and Wages Module 08: Capital Gain Tax Module 09: Value Added Tax Module 10: Import and Export Module 11: Corporation Tax Module 12: Inheritance Tax Module 13: Double Entry Accounting Module 14: Management Accounting and Financial Analysis Module 15: Career as a Tax Accountant in the UK (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to develop a strong foundation in tax accounting. Professionals aiming to enhance their accounting and financial expertise. Beginners with an interest in taxation, finance, or business management. Entrepreneurs wanting to understand tax obligations for businesses. Students planning a career in accounting, auditing, or tax consultancy. Career Path Tax Accountant Payroll Administrator VAT Specialist Income Tax Advisor Financial Analyst Management Accountant Corporate Tax Consultant Self-Assessment Practitioner Tax Compliance Officer Accounting Technician

Course Overview This comprehensive course offers a deep dive into three essential technologies for data science: Python, JavaScript, and Microsoft SQL. Learners will gain foundational knowledge and practical skills in each of these key areas, which are crucial for handling data, creating interactive websites, and working with databases. By the end of the course, students will be proficient in writing Python code for data analysis, creating dynamic web content with JavaScript, and managing data with Microsoft SQL. The course is designed to equip learners with the technical skills needed to succeed in data science, making it a valuable investment for anyone looking to excel in this growing field. Course Description In this course, learners will explore the core principles of Python, JavaScript, and Microsoft SQL, all tailored to the needs of data science professionals. The curriculum covers Python’s data structures, functions, and libraries essential for data analysis, while JavaScript introduces students to web development skills, including client-side validation and data visualisation. The Microsoft SQL section focuses on data management, including filtering, joining, and structuring queries. Learners will develop a solid understanding of these technologies, which will enable them to manipulate data, automate processes, and design interactive applications. The course also includes real-world applications, ensuring learners are well-prepared for future opportunities in data science and web development. Course Modules: Module 01: JavaScript Getting Started Module 02: JavaScript Fundamentals Module 03: JavaScript Strings Module 04: JavaScript Operators Module 05: JavaScript Conditional Statements Module 06: JavaScript Control Flow Statements Module 07: JavaScript Functions Module 08: Data Visualization (Google Charts) Module 09: JavaScript Error Handling Module 10: JavaScript Client-Side Validations Module 11: Python Introduction Module 12: Python Basic Module 13: Python Strings Module 14: Python Operators Module 15: Python Data Structures Module 16: Python Conditional Statements Module 17: Python Control Flow Statements Module 18: Python Core Games Module 19: Python Functions Module 20: Python Args, KW Args for Data Science Module 21: Python Project Module 22: Publish Your Website for Live Module 23: MS SQL Statements Module 24: MS SQL Filtering Data Module 25: MS SQL Functions Module 26: MS SQL Joins Module 27: MS SQL Advanced Commands Module 28: MS SQL Structure and Keys Module 29: MS SQL Queries Module 30: MS SQL Structure Queries Module 31: MS SQL Constraints Module 32: MS SQL Backup and Restore (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to enhance their skills in data science. Professionals aiming to expand their knowledge in programming and database management. Beginners with an interest in Python, JavaScript, and SQL. Anyone looking to enter the field of data science or web development. Career Path Data Scientist Web Developer Database Administrator Data Analyst Front-End Developer Full Stack Developer Data Engineer

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This course starts with the basics then moves seamlessly to an intermediate level. It includes a comprehensive yet balanced look at the four main components that make up Power BI Desktop: Report view, Data view, Model view, and the Power Query Editor. It also demonstrates how to use the online Power BI service. It looks at authoring tools that enables you to connect to and transform data from a variety of sources, allowing you to produce dynamic reports using a library of visualisations. Once you have those reports, the course looks at the seamless process of sharing those with your colleagues by publishing to the online Power BI service. The aim of this course is to provide a strong understanding of the Power BI analysis process, by working with real-world examples that will equip you with the necessary skills to start applying your knowledge straight away. 1 Getting started The Power BI process Launching Power BI Desktop The four views of Power BI Dashboard visuals 2 Connecting to files Connect to data sources Connect to an Excel file Connect to a CSV file Connect to a database Import vs. DirectQuery Connect to a web source Create a data table 3 Transforming data The process of cleaning data Column data types Remove rows with filters Add a custom column Append data to a table Fix error issues Basic maths operations 4 Build a data model Table relationships Manage table relationships 5 Merge queries Table join kinds Merging tables 6 Create report visualisations Creating map visuals Formatting maps Creating chart visuals Formatting chart Tables, matrixes, and cards Control formatting with themes Filter reports with slicers Reports for mobile devices Custom online visuals Export report data to Excel 7 The power query editor Fill data up and down Split columns by delimiter Add conditional columns Merging columns 8 The M formula Creating M functions Create an IF function Create a query group 9 Pivot and unpivot tables Pivot tables in the query editor Pivot and append tables Pivot but don't summarise Unpivot tables Append mismatched headers 10 Data modelling revisited Data model relationships Mark a calendar as a date table 11 Introduction to calculated columns New columns vs. measures Creating a new column calculation The SWITCH function 12 Introduction to DAX measures Common measure categories The SUM measure Adding measures to visuals COUNTROWS and DISINCTCOUNT functions DAX rules 13 The CALCULATE measure The syntax of CALCULATE Things of note about CALCULATE 14 The SUMX measure The SUMX measure X iterator functions Anatomy of SUMX 15 Introduction to time intelligence Importance of a calendar table A special lookup table The TOTALYTD measure Change year end in TOTALYTD 16 Hierarchy, groups and formatting Create a hierarchy to drill data Compare data in groups Add conditional formatting 17 Share reports on the web Publish to the BI online service Get quick insights Upload reports from BI service Exporting report data What is Q&A? Sharing your reports 18 Apply your learning Post training recap lesson

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for any individual who might need to perform project management activities in their job role on either a formal or informal basis, or any individual who wants to build upon their current project management knowledge to be more productively involved on a project team. This course is not specifically designed for students who are seeking project management-related certification. Rather, it is designed to introduce a structure to help students more effectively manage projects as well as participate fully on a project team. Overview In this course, you will apply recognized practices of project management to manage a project from start to finish. You will: - Identify the basic concepts of project management. - Launch a project. - Estimate project work. - Create a project schedule. - Plan project costs. - Plan for project risks. - Plan for project quality and compliance. - Manage human and physical resources for the project. - Manage project procurements. - Plan for change management and monitor the project scope. - Monitor and optimize project schedule and cost. - Monitor the quality of the project work and the risks involved. - Plan communication strategies and manage stakeholder relationships. - Close a project. If you are taking this course, you probably have some exposure to managing projects, or you may be considering embarking on a career as a professional project manager. Your ability as a project manager to demonstrate best practices in project management on the job is becoming the standard to compete in today's fast-paced and highly technical workplace. In this course, you will apply the generally recognized practices of project management to successfully manage projects. Project managers are always under severe pressure to complete projects on time and within budget. However, most projects fail to meet these demands, and, as a result, many projects are terminated early. Successful project management requires knowledge and experience. This course is designed to provide you with the skills needed to be a successful project manager in today's rapidly changing world. The skills and knowledge you gain in this course will help you avoid making costly mistakes and increase your competitive edge in the project management profession. Getting Started with Project Management Define Project Management Basics Identify Influencing Factors Define Project Management Certifications Launching Projects How Organizations Choose the Right Project Identify Project Stakeholders and Their Expectations Authorize a Project Identify the Project Scope Estimating Project Work Develop a WBS Identify the Relationships Between Work Packages Identify Resources Estimate Time Creating a Project Schedule Develop a Project Schedule Create a Schedule Baseline Planning Project Costs Establish Project Costs Establish the Cost Baseline Reconcile Funding and Costs Planning for Risk Create a Risk Management Plan Identify Risks and Their Causes Analyze Risks Develop a Risk Response Plan Planning for Quality and Compliance Deliver the Desired Project Results Verify Compliance Requirements Managing the Project Team Plan Your Project Team Assemble the Team Develop the Team Manage the Team Managing Project Procurements Plan for Project Procurements Obtain Responses from Vendors Select the Right Vendor Manage Vendors and Procurements Managing Change During Project Execution Prepare for Project Execution Manage Project Changes Monitor the Project Scope Monitoring and Controlling Project Schedule and Cost Monitor and Control the Project Schedule Optimize the Project Schedule Monitor and Control Project Cost Monitoring and Controlling Risk and Quality Monitor and Control Risks Put Quality Plans into Action Control Project Quality Communicating and Reporting Communicate During a Project Distribute Project Information Manage Stakeholder Relationships and Expectations Report on Project Performance Closing the Project Deliver the Final Product Close Project Procurements Close the Project

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is as follows: Channel Partner System Engineers System Administrators Architects Security Professionals Overview Upon successful completion of this course, the student will gain the following knowledge:How to describe and position Cisco UmbrellaDiscuss Secure Internet Gateway and Ransomware ProtectionLearn about DNS & IP layer enforcement & Intelligent ProxyDescribe Command and control callback blockingDiscuss Threat IntelligenceCompare Umbrella PackagesUnderstand Roaming SecurityBasic understanding of Cisco Roaming ClientUnderstand how to use Cisco Umbrella Virtual ApplianceExplain the ease of Integrating Cisco Umbrella into Active DirectoryDiscuss Umbrella ReportingUnderstand Utilize Multi-Organization Tools Cisco Umbrella? is a cloud security platform that provides the first line of defense against threats on the Internet. Being able to understand and position how Cisco Umbrella? works and what are the features is the key focus of this 2-day Cisco© online IT class. Students who enter the course with a basic understanding of Cisco© products and IT solutions will be able to describe the Cisco Umbrella?, understand Secure Internet Gateway and Ransomware Protection, discuss Threat Intelligence, use Cisco© Roaming Client. Cisco Umbrella- Security Solution Discuss Security Internet Gateway Explain Ransomware Protection DNS & IP layer enforcement Intelligent Proxy Command & control callback blocking Threat Intelligence Umbrella Packages Implementing Cisco Umbrella Overview of Cisco Umbrella How do you Protect your network Review how to Point your DNS to Cisco Umbrella What are the custom policies? Discuss Intelligent Proxy Umbrella Policy Tester Policy Precedence Roaming Client Introduction to Umbrella Roaming Client Prerequisites Downloading and Installing Adding IP Layer Enforcement Status, States, and Functionality Virtual Appliances Internal Domains Umbrella Roaming Security AnyConnect: Cisco Umbrella Roaming Security Client Administrator Guide Cisco Umbrella Dashboard at a glance Cisco Certificate Import Virtual Appliance Setup Guide Discuss Deployment Guidelines How to Deploy the VAs Review via VMware Review via Hyper-V Understand Your VAs Local DNS Forwarding Overview of DNS Explain Sites and Internal Networks Sizing Active Directory Overview of Active Directory Discuss Up DNS Forwarding with your VAs Active Directory Environment Route DNS Traffic Communication Flow Multiple Active Directory and Umbrella Sites Reporting Overview Reporting Basics Understanding Security Categories Scheduled Reports: Overview Security Overview Report Activity Search Report Security Activity Report Destinations Report Identities Report Cloud Services Report Admin Audit Log Report Umbrella Multi-Org Overview Cisco Umbrella Multi-Org Overview Centralized Settings Centralized Reports: Service Status Centralized Reports: Cloud Services Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Administering and Positioning Cisco Umbrella Operations (ADMUMB) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Cisco Administering and Positioning Cisco Umbrella Operations (ADMUMB) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This introductory-level Python course is geared for experienced web developers new to Python who want to use Python and Django for full stack web development projects. Overview Working in a hands-on learning environment, guided by our expert team, attendees will learn to: Develop full-stack web sites based on content stored in an RDMS Use python data types appropriately Define data models Understand the architecture of a Django-based web site Create Django templates for easy-to-modify views Map views to URLs Take advantage of the built-in Admin interface Provide HTML form processing Geared for experienced web developers new to Python, Introduction to Full Stack Web Development with Python and Django is a five-day hands-on course that teaches students how to develop Web applications using the Django framework. Students will explore the basics of creating basic applications using the MVC (model-view-controller) design pattern, as well as more advanced topics such as administration, session management, authentication, and automated testing. This comprehensive, practical course provides an in-depth exploration of working with the programming language, not an academic overview of syntax and grammar. Students will immediately be able to use Python to complete tasks in the real world. The Python Environment Starting Python Using the interpreter Running a Python script Getting help Editors and IDEs Getting Started Using variables Built in functions Strings Numbers Converting among types Writing to the screen Command line parameters Flow Control About flow control Conditional expressions Relational and Boolean operators while loops Lists and Tuples About sequences Lists and list methods Tuples Indexing and slicing Iterating through a sequence Sequence functions, keywords, and operators List comprehensions Working with Files File overview The with statement Opening a file Reading/writing files Dictionaries and Sets About dictionaries Creating and using dictionaries About sets Creating and using sets Functions Returning values Function parameters Variable Scope Sorting with functions Errors and Exception Handling Exception overview Using try/catch/else/finally Handling multiple exceptions Ignoring exceptions Modules and Packages Creating Modules The import statement Module search path Creating packages Classes About OO programming Defining classes Constructors Properties Instance methods and data Class/static methods and data Inheritance Django Architecture Django overview Sites and apps Shared configuration Minimal Django layout Built in flexibility Configuring a Project Executing manage.py Starting the project Generating app files App configuration Database setup The development server Using cookiecutter Creating models Defining models Related objects SQL Migration Simplel model access Login for Nothing and Admin for Free Setting up the admin user Using the admin interface Views What is a view HttpResponse URL route configuration Shortcut: get_object_or_404() Class-based views Templates About templates Variable lookups The url tag Shortcut: render() Querying Models QuerySets Field lookups Chaining filters Slicing QuerySets Related fields Q objects Advanced Templates Use Comments Inheritance Filters Escaping HTML Custom filters Forms Forms overview GET and POST The Form class Processing the form Widgets Validation Forms in templates Automated Testing Why create tests? When to create tests Using Django's test framework Using the test client Running tests Checking code coverage