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Learn fundamental computer science concepts and programming skills through Python 3 in this comprehensive introductory course designed for students with little to no programming experience. Master essential programming constructs including strings, input/output operations, branching, and iteration while developing problem-solving abilities through hands-on coding exercises. Explore advanced topics such as functions, lambda expressions, data structures like tuples, lists, and dictionaries, along with object-oriented programming principles including classes and inheritance. Dive into algorithmic thinking with recursion, sorting algorithms, and complexity analysis using Big O notation. Gain practical experience with debugging techniques, exception handling, and program optimization while building confidence in writing useful programs regardless of your academic major. Apply computational thinking to real-world problems through examples like fitness tracker applications and data visualization with plotting, culminating in a solid foundation for further computer science studies or practical programming applications.
