Python Mastery Journey 2026 🐍

Welcome to my Python learning repository! This is where I document my journey from beginner to master Python developer through hands-on, real-world projects.

🎯 Mission

To become a top-notch Python programmer by building increasingly complex projects, understanding fundamentals deeply, and applying knowledge to solve real problems.

📚 Learning Approach

• Project-Based Learning: Every concept learned through practical application
• Progressive Complexity: Starting simple, gradually increasing difficulty
• Documentation First: Every project thoroughly documented
• Public Learning: Sharing my journey, wins, and struggles

🗺️ Roadmap

Phase 1: Foundation Through Action (Weeks 1-3) 🟢

Status: Completed

• ✅ Personal Expense Tracker (CLI)
• ✅ Password Strength Checker
• ✅ Quiz Game with Score Tracking

Phase 2: Structured Programming (Weeks 4-6)

Status: Starting Soon

• Library Management System
• Weather Data Analyzer
• Contact Management System

Phase 3: Data Mastery (Weeks 7-10)

Status: Not Started

• Sales Data Dashboard
• Web Scraper for Job Listings
• Personal Finance Analyzer

Phase 4: Web Development (Weeks 11-14)

Status: Not Started

• REST API for Todo App
• Blog Platform
• Real-time Chat Application

Phase 5: Advanced Concepts (Weeks 15-18)

Status: Not Started

• Automated Testing Framework
• Web Crawler with Concurrency
• Microservices Architecture

Phase 6: Specialization & Mastery (Weeks 19-24)

Status: Not Started

• Path selection TBD

📂 Repository Structure

python-mastery-2026/
├── phase-1-foundation/
├── phase-2-structured-programming/
├── phase-3-data-mastery/
├── phase-4-web-development/
├── phase-5-advanced-concepts/
├── phase-6-specialization/
└── resources/
    ├── learning-notes.md
    └── useful-resources.md

🛠️ Technologies & Tools

Core:

• Python 3.11+
• Git & GitHub
• VS Code / PyCharm

Libraries (expanding as I learn):

• Phase 1-2: Standard Library
• Phase 3: pandas, matplotlib, BeautifulSoup
• Phase 4: Flask/FastAPI, SQLAlchemy
• Phase 5: pytest, asyncio, Docker
• Phase 6: TBD based on specialization

📈 Progress Tracking

Start Date: January 7, 2026 Current Phase: Phase 1 - Week 1 Projects Completed: 0/18+ Commits This Week: 0

📝 Learning Log

I maintain detailed notes on what I learn. Check out my learning notes for insights and reflections.

🤝 Contributions & Feedback

This is a learning repository, but I welcome:

• Suggestions for improvement
• Best practice recommendations
• Bug reports in my projects
• Encouragement! 😊

📫 Connect

• GitHub: @AlexWabita
• Open to collaboration and learning together!

📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

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"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single commit." 🚀

Last Updated: January 2026