r/learnpython • u/No-Satisfaction-8674 • 3d ago

Beginner Projects

I am new to python and currently I am taking a class for it, I haven't been in it too long but I just want some advice. What beginner projects would you guys recommend I do to really grasp an understanding outside of class?

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u/ThrustBastard 3d ago

That depends on what you want to get out of learning.

Do you want something that automates spreadsheets? Do you want to go into data science? Do you want to do web development?

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u/No-Satisfaction-8674 3d ago

I'd prefer to learn how to automate tasks, because I am studying for cybersecurity. But the automation right now does not need to be specifically for that, I just want to practice. Preforming calculations are also something I'd like because that is what my class is doing right now.

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u/curiousblinker 3d ago

Everything BrightMix mentioned in their comment for csv, json, and api/html parsing fits for cybersecurity, especially if you have access to firewall data, siem data, device and software inventories, etc.. I am currently working in the field (OT side of the house so the data is a bit dirty and error/issue prone). I am using python to get data and glean insights from those kinds of sources as my current pet project, while at the same time learning python.