The FDP curriculum provides breadth and depth by requiring Candidates to complete online Python training classes as part of the FDP Charter.

In order to receive the FDP Charter, Candidates must successfully complete the FDP Exam and complete online classes covering the basics of Python programming. No programming background is required to complete the online classes. 

The classes can be completed before or after the FDP exam. There are no Python programming questions on the exam.

Python classes for the 2025-Q2 cohort will be available end Feb.