Python for Genomics

Get started with Python by taking the following course from Johns Hopkins University:

Python for Genomic Data ScienceCoursera

With this course, you will learn:

• Gain a foundational understanding of Python programming, focusing on genomic data analysis.

• Learn to use Jupyter Notebooks for interactive coding, data visualization, and documentation.

• Master essential data structures like lists and dictionaries, as well as control flow mechanisms such as loops and conditionals.

• Develop skills to read, write, and parse files in formats commonly used in genomics.

• Explore the Biopython library for handling and analyzing biological data.

• Apply Python programming techniques to solve real-world genomic data science problems.

Access hints

To access this course, you’ll need to create a Coursera account. Financial aid is available, allowing you to take the course for free. The application process is simple and straightforward, so don’t hesitate—just go for it!