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Variables, Control Flow & Functions

Python Foundations

Build the programming fundamentals every quant analyst needs - from representing portfolio data to writing reusable financial calculators.

9 lessons ~1h total 0 completed+900 XP available
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Curriculum

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Module 1: Getting Started

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Your very first Python programs - no prior experience needed.

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Hello, Finance World!

Beginner3 min
2

Your First Return Calculation

Beginner5 min
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Module 2: Variables & Data Types

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Represent financial data with Python primitives.

1

Python Variables & Data Types

Beginner8 min
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Module 3: Control Flow

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Build trade logic with conditionals and loops.

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Trade Logic with if/elif/else

Beginner10 min
2

For Loops: Walk the Book

Beginner9 min
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Module 4: Functions

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Write reusable financial calculators.

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ROI & Sharpe Calculator

Beginner12 min
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Module 5: Data Structures

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Model portfolios with lists and dicts.

1

Portfolio as a Dictionary

Beginner12 min
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Module 6: List Comprehensions

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Filter and rank financial data with list comprehensions.

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List Comprehensions & Filters

Beginner8 min
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Module 7: Object-Oriented Finance

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Model financial instruments with classes.

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OOP: Bond & Stock Classes

Intermediate15 min

Certificate of Completion

Finish all 9 lessons to earn a Python Foundations certificate you can add to your LinkedIn and CV.

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What You'll Be Able To Do

  • Automate financial calculations & reports
  • Script data processing pipelines
  • Build tools for risk & return analysis

Difficulty Breakdown

beginner8 lessons
intermediate1 lessons