AD141 – Introduction to Python Programming  is Red Hat’s entry-level application development course that teaches the fundamentals of Python 3 on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9. Learners practice core language features including control flow, loops, functions, data structures, file I/O, regular expressions, JSON parsing, modules, and debugging with pdb, framed around practical automation and application scenarios. The content is designed for professionals who want to learn Python to support DevOps, system administration, data analysis, and modern application development. A certificate of course attendance is included. 

Python continues to be widely adopted across industry because of its readable syntax, rich standard library, and extensive ecosystem of third-party packages. This course focuses on hands-on skills: writing clear Python scripts, working with collections and objects, handling errors, structuring larger programs, and integrating libraries using pip. By learning on a RHEL 9 environment, you gain familiarity with Linux tooling and workflows commonly used in enterprise settings. There are no formal prerequisites, making AD141 a practical starting point if you are new to programming or transitioning from another language. 

AD141 is offered by Red Hat in multiple delivery formats (in-classroom and virtual). The skills learned in this course align with common industry needs such as scripting for automation, preparing data pipelines, and building small utilities and services. While AD141 does not lead to a certification exam, it provides a strong foundation for learners who wish to progress to more advanced development or automation training.