Python 101: Programming with Jupyter Notebook

Python is one of the most feature-packed coding languages ever! At the same time it boasts of a clean syntax and programming style that encourages step-by-step compositional programming.

Several complex applications, including games, chatbots and robot navigators are being programmed in Python.

This course will provide a thorough introduction to Python by taking you gently through the language. You will be introduced to using Python as a calculator, manipulating text in your Python programs and developing basic control structures.

We will finish the course by coding our very own text-based game!

What you need to know

Students are expected to be able to navigate files and directories in a desktop environment, install software, and use a browser. Prior experience with coding or programming languages is NOT required.

What you will learn

Basics of the Python programming language
The Jupyter notebook environment
Using Python as a calculator
Numbers, strings, and arrays
Conditional statements
Control constructs
Functions and iterators
Responding and reacting to user input
Creating simple games

System Requirements

1. We will be using the Python programming language version 3.x and the Jupyter notebook browser based editor.

2. Both Python 3.x and Jupyter are open-source software that work on all major platforms (Windows, Mac, and Linux).

3. Detailed download and installation instructions are included in the course.

4. Recommended browsers for the Jupyter notebook environment are Chrome, Firefox or Safari.