Anton is an ARSC HPC Specialist. Python is a general-purpose, high-level programming language available on almost all modern platforms that is gaining popularity very quickly. Python's core syntax and semantics are minimalist, while the standard library is large and comprehensive. It designed to support multiple programming paradigms (primarily functional, object oriented and imperative). This 2-day introduction class is intended to teach python programming ideas, core syntax and semantics, and important libraries. The first day will be a more theoretical introduction to the language and its specific programming techniques. The second day will be more practical development training with some neat exercises and practical examples. There will be a list of exercises provided between and after the classes. Pre-registration is required for this course.