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Introduction to programming with Python

Software Carpentries Workshop

This four day workshop introduces researchers to the fundamentals of Python for data analysis and visualization. It is aimed at learners who are new to programming, and focusses on applying these new skills to their own research. The workshop is offered free of charge, and will take place on 3, 10, 17 and 24 November, from 10:00 to 15:00.
Start date
3 November 2026
End date
24 November 2026
Time
10:00
Room
Het Laboratorium (UBVE - E-1.01)

The Library will be hosting a four day Python workshop in collaboration with the VU. The workshop aims to provide an introduction to programming with Python to broaden your skills for analyzing and plotting your data. Through live coding you will be introduced to the basics of Python, mostly following the software Carpentries curriculum. In addition, you will get guidance on applying your newly acquired skills to aspects of your own research (e.g. by doing some analysis and/or visualizing data). This latter element is still in the pilot phase. It is intended to underscore underlying principles and best practices, helping you gain more experience and building confidence in programming. At the end of the workshop, you will have created something useful for your own project and be ready to build on it. 

Workshop details

Date Time Subject
03-11-2026 10:00-15:00 CEST

Python basics; Working with tabular data; Making your first plot
10-11-2026 10:00-15:00 CEST Repeating actions; Implementing conditions
17-11-2026 10:00-15:00 CEST Creating your own functions; Recognizing and avoiding errors; Applying python in the context of your own research
24-11-2026 10:00-15:00 CEST

Solving errors; Applying python in the context of your own research

Required workshop preparation
Installation of the software and required set-up.

Required prior knowledge
No prior knowledge is required.  

Language
English

Registration 
This workshop is free of charge and open to all researchers from the UvA and VU. The registration will open 6 weeks prior to the first day of the workshop. Coffee, tea and lunch will be provided. If you have any questions about the workshop or need to cancel your registration, please contact us at dsc@uva.nl. By signing up you agree to comply with The Carpentries Code of Conduct.  

Register here!
University Library

Room Het Laboratorium (UBVE - E-1.01)
Vendelstraat 2-8
1012 XX Amsterdam