98-381 ISBN: 978-1-64459-005-8
MTA: Basics of Python Programming (98-381 & PCAP-31-02)
Prepare for the MTA 98-381 and PCAP-31-02 certification exams with the Basics of Python Programming for 98-381 and PCAP-31-02 course and lab. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience in a safe, online environment. The Microsoft Python certification course and lab cover the 98-381 and PCAP-31-02 exam objectives and include topics such as Python basics, Data structure, Python modules, errors and exceptions, object-oriented programming, input and output, Python functions, control flow tools in Python, and more.
The PCAP Certified Associate in Python Programming certification is an independent, vendor-neutral credential targeted at professionals who are starting a career in the field of Python programming. This certification validates candidates' skills and knowledge of general computer programming concepts such as conditional execution, loops, and Python programming language syntax.
Microsoft MTA certification is an entry-level training program designed to ensure proficiency and technical knowledge in mission-critical IT job roles. The MTA 98-381 exam validates candidates' skills to perform operations using data types and operators, control flow with decisions and loops, perform input and output operations, document and structure code, perform troubleshooting and error handling, and perform operations using modules and tools.
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02 / Lessons & labs
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Lessons
13 Interactive Lessons · 51 topics01 Introduction 5 topics +
- About Python
- Getting Started with Python
- Running Python
- Basic Syntax
- Lesson Summary
02 Python Basics 3 topics · 7 LiveLab +
- Data Types
- Python Operators and Expressions
- Lesson Summary
7 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
03 The Control Flow Tools in Python 3 topics · 11 LiveLab +
- Decision Making
- Loops
- Lesson Summary
11 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
04 Data Structures 7 topics · 5 LiveLab +
- Lists
- Tuples
- Sets
- Dictionaries
- Sequences
- Looping Techniques
- Lesson Summary
5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
05 Functions in Python 4 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Functions
- More on Defining Functions
- Intermezzo: Coding Style
- Lesson Summary
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
06 Modules in Python 6 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Modules
- Detailed Study on Modules
- Standard Modules
- The dir() Function
- Packages
- Lesson Summary
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
07 Input and Output 5 topics · 8 LiveLab +
- Input from User
- Output Formatting
- Reading and Writing Files
- Directories in Python
- Lesson Summary
8 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
08 Errors and Exceptions 4 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Syntax Errors
- Exceptions
- Defining Clean-Up Actions
- Lesson Summary
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
09 Object Oriented Programming 9 topics +
- Names and Objects
- Scopes and Namespaces
- Classes
- Data Hiding
- Inheritance
- Private Variables and Methods
- Odds and Ends
- Iterator and Generator
- Lesson Summary
10 What's Next in Python 3 topics +
- More on Python
- Applications of Python
- The Complete Python Program
11 Appendix A: Resources/Works Consulted 2 topics +
- Books
- Online Resources
12 Appendix B: The Python Standard Library +
13 Appendix C: PCAP and 98-381 Exam Objectives +
Hands-On Labs Our edge
40 LiveLabs- Exchanging the numbers
- Converting float data type to integer data type
- Using the len() built-in function
- Using arithmetic operators
- Using the exponentiation operator
- Using the bitwise operator
- Truncating the decimals
- Using the if-elif-else statement - Part 1
- Using the if-elif-else statement - Part 2
- Using the if-else statement
- Checking whether a string is palindrome
- Truncating vowels from a string
- Comparing two variables
- Using the for loop to print a pattern
- Using the break statement
- Using the while statement
- Finding LCM of two numbers
- Sorting words from a string
- Finding elements of a list
- Concatenating tuples
- Modifying a set
- Creating a dictionary
- Finding the cube of a number
- Creating a function
- Creating a function with its default value
- Using an anonymous function
- Using the math module
- Using the datetime module
- Obtaining a year from the date
- Using old string formatting
- Printing the pattern
- Using the format() method
- Retrieving all the files from a folder
- Printing the first line from a file
- Writing the text to a file
- Reading a file
- Performing different operations on file
- Correcting the errors
- Rectifying the errors - Part 1
- Rectifying the errors - Part 2
03 / Exam details
MTA: Basics of Python Programming (98-381 & PCAP-31-02) Details
Prepare for the MTA 98-381 and PCAP-31-02 certification exams with the Basics of Python Programming for 98-381 and PCAP-31-02 course and lab. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience in a safe, online environment. The Microsoft Python certification course and lab cover the 98-381 and PCAP-31-02 exam objectives and include topics such as Python basics, Data structure, Python modules, errors and exceptions, object-oriented programming, input and output, Python functions, control flow tools in Python, and more.
- For PCAP-31-02: 40
- For 98-381: 40-60
- For PCAP-31-02: 65 minutes (exam) + 10 (Non-Disclosure Agreement/Tutorial)
- For 98-381: 45
- For PCAP-31-02: 70%
- For 98-381: The passing score varies from exam to exam and is provided on the score report.
- For PCAP-31-02: USD 295
- For 98-381: USD 127
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