Introduction
Empower your library services and workflows with our essential Coding for Librarians (Python, JavaScript) Training Course. This program equips library professionals with foundational programming skills in two of the most versatile languages for library applications: Python for data manipulation and automation, and JavaScript for enhancing website interactivity. Mastering basic coding opens up a world of possibilities for streamlining tasks, creating custom tools, and better understanding the digital landscape of information science. Our library coding training course provides a practical and accessible introduction to these powerful technologies.
This Coding for Librarians (Python, JavaScript) training will guide you through the fundamentals of programming, starting with Python for data handling, scripting, and API interactions relevant to library data. You will then transition to JavaScript to learn how to enhance library websites with dynamic features and interactive elements. The course focuses on practical applications within a library context, enabling you to automate repetitive tasks, work with library APIs, and create engaging user experiences online. Whether you are a reference librarian, systems librarian, digital services librarian, or any library staff member eager to learn coding, this Coding for Librarians (Python, JavaScript) course will provide you with valuable and transferable digital skills.
Target Audience:
Course Objectives:
DURATION
5 Days
Course Content:
Module 1: Introduction to Programming for Libraries
Module 2: Python Fundamentals for Library Tasks
Module 3: Interacting with Library APIs using Python
Module 4: JavaScript Fundamentals for Web Interactivity
Module 5: Manipulating HTML and CSS with JavaScript
Module 6: Building Simple Library Web Tools
Module 7: Next Steps in Coding for Librarians
Training Approach
This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.
Tailor-Made Course
This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Training Venue
The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.
Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant
Certification
Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.
Airport Pickup and Accommodation
Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 7 working days before commencement of the training.
Dates | Fees | Location | Apply |
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23/06/2025 - 27/06/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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07/07/2025 - 11/07/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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14/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 | $3500 | Johannesburg |
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21/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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04/08/2025 - 08/08/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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11/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 | $1750 | Mombasa |
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18/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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25/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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01/09/2025 - 05/09/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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08/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 | $3500 | Dar es Salaam |
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15/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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22/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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06/10/2025 - 10/10/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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13/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 | $3000 | Kigali |
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20/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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27/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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03/11/2025 - 07/11/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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10/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 | $1750 | Mombasa |
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17/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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24/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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01/12/2025 - 05/12/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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08/12/2025 - 12/09/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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15/12/2025 - 23/01/2026 | $1500 | Nairobi |
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