# Python Virtual Labs

Welcome to our Python Virtual Labs. Our Virtual Labs were first launched for [PyCon online](https://us.pycon.org/2020/online/) and are being run for [PyCascades 2021](https://2021.pycascades.com/).

Here is how you can complete our [Python Virtual Labs](https://aka.ms/python-labs) with us **interactively**.

## 1. Join our Microsoft Python Discord
- Visit [http://aka.ms/python-discord](http://aka.ms/python-discord) to join the Microsoft Python Discord.
- Join the **\#python-virtual-labs** channel for further instructions and to ask questions.

## 2. Select and complete a Python Virtual Lab from GitHub
- Visit [https://aka.ms/python-labs](https://aka.ms/python-labs) and select and complete a virtual lab from the README in the GitHub repository (github.com/Azure-Samples/azure-python-labs).
- Some labs may require an **Azure Subscription**. You can sign up for an [Azure free account](https://azure.microsoft.com/free/?WT.mc_id=oss-share-aawislan) or request a temporary account for lab completion via the **\#python-virtual-labs** channel (current status: **available on request**).

## 3. Confirm lab completion and redeem your code for PyCascades 2021 Swag Giveaway.
- You must complete at least **one** lab to qualify for the PyCascades 2021 Swag Giveaway.
- Follow the instructions in **\#python-virtual-labs** to upload your screenshot / confirm completion.
- Available while supplies last (current status: **available**).