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Don't Just Vibe Code It; Understand It

Aimée Gott, Learning Solutions Architect at DataCamp, shows you how to get started with Python and SQL using ChatGPT as your guide.
May 29, 2025
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AI tools like ChatGPT are opening the door to data analysis for total beginners—but to truly learn, it’s not enough to copy and paste. The real magic happens when learners use AI to understand what code is doing, not just generate it. By turning ChatGPT into an interactive tutor, newcomers can break down complex ideas, build intuition, and develop confidence as they code.

In this hands-on code-along session, Aimée Gott, Learning Solutions Architect at DataCamp, will show you how to get started with Python and SQL using ChatGPT as your guide. You’ll learn how to prompt AI to explain key concepts, clarify each line of code, and support your learning as you explore your first dataset. Whether you’ve never coded before or just want a gentler entry into data work, this session will help you take your first steps—with understanding, not overwhelm.

Key Takeaways:

  • Learn to use ChatGPT as a coding tutor, not just a code generator
  • Build confidence in Python and SQL—even if you’ve never written a line of code.
  • Develop the skills to keep learning independently with AI.

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