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Python is a high-level programming language that is widely used in a variety of fields, including web development, data analysis, scientific computing, artificial intelligence, and more. It is known for its simple syntax, which makes it easy to learn and use, even for those with little or no programming experience. Python also has a large and active community, which means that there are many resources available for learning and troubleshooting. Some of the features that make Python popular are its extensive libraries and modules, object-oriented design, and its ability to handle multiple programming paradigms. Furthermore, Python is a cross-platform programming language, which means that it can run on a variety of operating systems such as Windows, MacOS, and Linux. Coursework: - Why Python? - Python installation - Concept of Variables - Data types - Type casting - Operators - Conditional statements - Loops - Functions/sub routines - Modules in python - File handling (especially biological file formats such as FASTA, FASTAQ and GenBank) - Concept of Classes and Objects (Object Oriented programming)