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Georgia Institute of Technology

Computing in Python I: Fundamentals and Procedural Programming

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This course starts from the beginning, covering the basics of how a computer interprets lines of code; how to write programs, evaluate their output, and revise the code itself; how to work with variables and their changing values; and how to use mathematical, boolean, and relational operators.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to write small programs in Python that use variables, mathematical operators, and logical operators. For example, you could write programs that carry out complex mathematical operations, like calculating the interest rate necessary to reach a savings goal, recommending apparel options based on weather patterns, or calculating a grade based on multiple percentages.

Structurally, the course is comprised of several parts. Instruction is delivered via a series of short (2-3 minute) videos. In between those videos, you'll complete both multiple choice questions and coding problems to demonstrate your knowledge of the material that was just covered.

Syllabus

Chapter 1: Computing. The fundamentals of how computers work, what program code is, and how to get setup for the rest of the course.

Chapter 2: Programming. The basic principles of computer programming: writing and running code, evaluating results, and compiling vs. executing.

Chapter 3: Debugging. The common results of running program code, and how to use those results to inform revision of your code.

Chapter 4: Procedural Programming. The fundamental approach to program code: writing sequences of lines of code that run in order to accomplish an objective.

Chapter 5: Variables. Creating and modifying variables, tracing how their values may change as a program runs, and understanding the role of data types.

Chapter 6: Logical Operators. Working with relational (greater than, less than, equal to) and logical (and, or, not) operators to make decisions in code.

Chapter 7: Mathematical Operators. Adding addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, modulus, and exponents to your code, and seeing how they work with unexpected data types.

Taught by

David Joyner

Reviews

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4.6 rating at edX based on 89 ratings

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  • Nhi Tran
    11
    This course is an excellent gentle introduction to computing for absolute beginners. All important concepts are explained clearly and succinctly, with easy-to-understand examples from everyday life. The lectures and smart book chapters are accompan…
  • Spalthoff Daniel
    13
    This course is really great, especially if you are new to coding or to Python. It advances very slowly, with a lot of practice in Python, and it's really fun! I'm actually sad it's over, and I'm looking for the next Python course.
  • Neville A. Cross
    17
    I highly recommend this series from David Joyner and Georgia Tech. It is well explained why you program the way you do. It builds complexity as you move along the courses. If you want to learn to program using Python this is the best course. If you…
  • Anonymous
    This course enhanced my knowledge lot more than i can think of regarding programming language. Python being the simpler and lot better than other languages are one of my favorite things now.
  • I am going to Start my course in Python, Lets see . I promise to share my complete journey & experience with you..

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