Compare 3 Python courses from top providers — filter by price, level, provider & certificate.
All 3 Python courses on Codecademy, compared by rating, level and price.
Same shortlist as below, side by side — including who runs it and why it stands out.
| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineering in Python I | Codecademy | 4.3★ | Free | 8h | Free — and still gives a certificate |
| Analyze Data with Python | Codecademy | 0.0★ | $29.99 | 13h | Cheapest paid option ($29.99) |
| Build Chatbots with Python | Codecademy | 0.0★ | $29.99 | 29h | Beginner-friendly · 29h |
For absolute beginners, Python for Everybody (University of Michigan, free to audit) and The Complete Python Bootcamp are the highest-rated. Both start from zero and build to real projects.
Yes. Python for Everybody can be audited free, and resources like freeCodeCamp are fully free. Paid courses add structure, projects, support and a certificate.
About 3-6 months at 8-10 hours a week to become job-ready, covering syntax, data structures, functions and a few portfolio projects.
A recognised certificate plus a portfolio of 3-5 real projects is a strong signal. Employers care most about what you can build.