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    Intro to Python

    and Computer
    Science
    Fall 2021 Science Honors Program
    Instructors: Serena Killion and Dorothee
    Grant
    Syllabus
    Week 1: Intro to CS, Setting up IDE, print hello world, and data types

    Week 2:More Data Types and Standard Python library

    Week 3: Logic: Booleans, Control Flow

    Week 4: Lists and Dictionaries

    Week 5: User input and Loops

    Week 6: Nested data and nested loops

    Week 7: Functions, Importing and Modular Code

    Week 8: File Input/Output

    Week 9: Object Orientated Programming


    Overview of Course
    ● Attain a working knowledge of the Python programming language
    and a basic foundation of the fundamentals of Computer Science
    ● Classes run from 10 to 12
    ● 45-60 minutes of lecture time and 45-60 minutes of coding time.

    ● We will adapt the syllabus to the needs of the students.


    ● Please turn on your video
    ● Use the chat or microphone to ask questions and interact
    ● No homework and no grades, this is all about learning and having fun
    ● Breakout rooms will be used for group work
    What is computer
    science?
    The study of algorithms
    The study of solutions to problems

    The study of problems with NO SOLUTIONS

    Includes the theory, design, development and


    application of computer hardware and software
    What is an algorithm?
    A process or set of rules to be followed in
    calculations or other problem-solving
    operations, especially by a computer.

    Let’s think of some real life examples.


    Algorithm for washing hair

    When would you stop washing your hair?

    If a robot was doing this when would they know


    when to stop?

    A problem is considered computable if there is an


    algorithm for it.
    What is Python?
    Popular programming language first released.

    - Readability → reusable and maintainable


    - Ease of use boosts developer productivity
    - Python code is typically ⅓ to ⅕ the size of equivalent
    C++ or Java code
    - Large collections of support libraries
    - Integration with other programs and frameworks
    - Enjoyment

    Downsides?
    - Execution speed
    Who uses Python

    - Google for search engine


    - Youtube
    - Lyft
    - Dropbox
    - Civilization IV Game
    - JPMorgan, Chase, Citadel apply Python to financial market forecasting
    - NASA for scientific programming tasks
    - And so on
    What is an IDE?
    (Integrated Development Environment )

    ● Software application for programmers that consolidates common


    developer tools into a single graphical user interface
    ● Includes:
    ○ Text editor
    ○ Compiler
    ○ Debugger
    ○ Syntax Highlighters
    ○ And perhaps more!
    Let’s get started!

    print(‘Hello world!’)

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