By completing this course, learners will design, implement, and validate real-world Python projects while gaining hands-on experience in natural language processing, database-driven applications, and text-processing automation. They will develop a rule-based chatbot, build and enhance an expense manager app, and implement a full markup processing system with PDF generation.



What you'll learn
Build a chatbot with NLTK and rule-based logic.
Design an expense manager app with SQL and visualization.
Implement markup processing and PDF generation workflows.
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There are 5 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the foundations of chatbot development using Python and NLTK. It covers environment setup, the reflection dictionary, pairs, and validation methods to create a functional rule-based chatbot capable of handling real conversations.
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9 videos4 assignments1 plugin
This module focuses on designing and developing an expense manager app using Python, HTML, and SQL. Learners will build input forms, manage expense entries, and apply Bootstrap for user-friendly interfaces.
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9 videos3 assignments
This module extends the expense manager app with advanced category management, data visualization, and final refinements. Learners will implement IDs, build charts, query expenses, and refine Python class-based methods for efficient application design.
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10 videos4 assignments
This module introduces the Instant Markup project, where learners explore parsing, rules, filters, and handlers. It emphasizes text structuring and rule-based processing for automated document handling.
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9 videos3 assignments
This module finalizes the Instant Markup project by integrating scripts, preparing data, and generating outputs. Learners will apply rule scripts, implement the main program, and create final outputs including PDF generation and internet-based data gathering.
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10 videos3 assignments
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