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Python Task Automation

The Task Automation with Python training course teaches Python programmers how to automate tasks using the core Python skills needed to write almost any automation script. Attendees learn how to work...

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$1,000 USD
Duration 2 days
Course Code PYTH-268
Available Formats Classroom

Overview

The Task Automation with Python training course teaches Python programmers how to automate tasks using the core Python skills needed to write almost any automation script. Attendees learn how to work with environment variables, the file system, high-level file operations, regular expressions for extracting data from and manipulating text, and asynchronous programming.

Skills Gained

  • Understand what task automation is and how Python supports automating tasks
  • Dive deep into essential skills of leveraging Python to utilize system resources
  • Strengthen text processing skills using Python, Reading/Writing File Formats, and Regular Expressions
  • Run subprograms from Python and perform tasks such as capturing program output and configuring environment variables
  • Improve task performance through asynchronous programming
  • Leverage network resources to enable tasks to communicate vital information

Prerequisites

All students must be able to comfortably write Python scripts using basic data types, program structures, and the standard Python library.

Course Details

Training Materials

All students receive comprehensive courseware.

Software Requirements

  • Any Windows, Linux, or Mac OS X operating system
  • Standard Python 3.x or Anaconda Python 3.x
  • Visual Studio Code (other editors may be used, but only Visual Studio Code will be configured for a complete Python programming environment)

Outline

  • Introduction
  • Development Environment Overview
    • Configure Visual Studio (VS) Code for Python script development
    • Code Reformatting with Black
    • Debugging Python Scripts with VS Code
  • Environment Variables
    • Setting Environment Variables for a Script (Windows, macOS, and Linux)
    • Reading Environment Variables
  • Files, Folders, and Operating System
    • Current Working Directory
    • File/Folder Paths
    • Reading and Writing Files
    • Asynchronous Reading and Writing Files
  • High-Level File Operations
    • ShUtil Module
    • Copy/Move/Delete Files
    • Copy/Move/Delete Directory Tree
    • Determine Disk Usage
    • Working with File Archives
    • Create, Remove, and List Directories
  • Command Line Arguments
    • Arg Parse Module
    • Positional Arguments
    • Named Arguments
    • Default Arguments
    • Argument Data Types
    • Argument Documentation
  • Regular Expressions (Regex)
    • Regex syntax overview
    • Regex objects
    • Searching and matching
    • Compilation flags
    • Groups and special groups
    • Replacing text
    • Splitting strings
  • Subprocess
    • Run Method
    • POpen Class
    • Running Subprocesses
    • Capture and Use Subprocess Output
  • Concurrent and Network Programming
    • Orchestrating Subprocesses
    • Access Data Sources Asynchronously
    • Send Emails
    • Send SMS Messages
    • Use FTP to Download/Upload Files
    • Use SSH to run Remote Commands
    • Use SSH to Download/Upload Files
  • Conclusion
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Schedule

Upcoming Course Dates

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FAQ

Does the course schedule include a Lunchbreak?

Classes typically include a 1-hour lunch break around midday. However, the exact break times and duration can vary depending on the specific class. Your instructor will provide detailed information at the start of the course.

What languages are used to deliver training?

Most courses are conducted in English, unless otherwise specified. Some courses will have the word "FRENCH" marked in red beside the scheduled date(s) indicating the language of instruction.

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GTR stands for Guaranteed to Run; if you see a course with this status, it means this event is confirmed to run. View our GTR page to see our full list of Guaranteed to Run courses.

Does Ascendient Learning deliver group training?

Yes, we provide training for groups, individuals and private on sites. View our group training page for more information.

What does vendor-authorized training mean?

As a vendor-authorized training partner, we offer a curriculum that our partners have vetted. We use the same course materials and facilitate the same labs as our vendor-delivered training. These courses are considered the gold standard and, as such, are priced accordingly.

Is the training too basic, or will you go deep into technology?

It depends on your requirements, your role in your company, and your depth of knowledge. The good news about many of our learning paths, you can start from the fundamentals to highly specialized training.

How up-to-date are your courses and support materials?

We continuously work with our vendors to evaluate and refresh course material to reflect the latest training courses and best practices.

Are your instructors seasoned trainers who have deep knowledge of the training topic?

Ascendient Learning instructors have an average of 27 years of practical IT experience and have also served as consultants for an average of 15 years. To stay current, instructors spend at least 25 percent of their time learning new, emerging technologies and courses.

Do you provide hands-on training and exercises in an actual lab environment?

Lab access is dependent on the vendor and the type of training you sign up for. However, many of our top vendors will provide lab access to students to test and practice. The course description will specify lab access.

Will you customize the training for our company’s specific needs and goals?

We will work with you to identify training needs and areas of growth.  We offer a variety of training methods, such as private group training, on-site of your choice, and virtually. We provide courses and certifications that are aligned with your business goals.

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Will I get access to content after I complete a course?

You will get access to the PDF of course books and guides, but access to the recording and slides will depend on the vendor and type of training you receive.

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Reviews

The course was informative, and I learnt a new skill. The instructor was up to the point.

very good and spcecific course and above all a very good instructor. In few days I have learned a lot.

Topics, material and specially instructor (Graham Godfrey) was beyond my expectations.

Class was very informative, although one lab didnt but will try again later

Good Course. We covered a lot of material in a short amount of time. This course had useful labs that built upon each other.