This course assumes some familiarity with python. We assume that you have worked with lists, written for loops and defined functions.
This course will cover the basics of python, including these topics:
- functions
- scope and modules
- data types including lists, strings, tuples, dicts, sets
- file I/O
- efficiency
- classes and object oriented programming
Topics covered:
- functions
- lists
- strings
- tuples
- mutable vs. immutable types
- importing modules
- file I/O
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9 | Welcome and Introductions |
| 9-10 | Lecture |
| 10-12 | Work on exercise |
| 12-1:15 | Lunch |
| 1:15-2 | Lecture |
| 2-5 | Work on assignment |
Topics covered:
- dictionaries
- sets
- defaultdict and Counter
- efficiency
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9 | Review Assignment Solutions |
| 9-10 | Lecture |
| 10-12 | Work on exercise |
| 12-1:15 | Lunch |
| 1:15-2 | Lecture |
| 2-5 | Work on assignment |
Topics covered:
- classes
- object oriented programming
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9 | Review Assignment Solutions |
| 9-10 | Lecture |
| 10-12 | Work on exercise |
| 12-1:15 | Lunch |
| 1:15-2 | Lecture |
| 2-5 | Work on assignment |
Topics covered:
- structuring a program
- review of topics
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9 | Review Assignment Solutions |
| 9-12 | Final exercise |
| 12-1:15 | Lunch |
| 1:15-2 | Review solutions |