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Introduction to Computers & Programming

Gain insights into basic computer anatomy, binary systems, and program lifecycles. Delve into logic building and core programming concepts with hands-on exercises and quizzes to reinforce learning.

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This language-agnostic course is your guide to programming and acquiring problem-solving skills. You will start reviewing the anatomy of computers and the binary number system. You will then look at the lifecycle of a program before moving on to the core concepts of programming. Overall, the primary focus of this course is logic building within the context of computer science and programming. Throughout each chapter, you will get hands-on experience with exercises and quizzes to solidify what you’ve learned. If you’re looking to build strong programming fundamentals then this course is the perfect place to start.

This language-agnostic course is your guide to programming and acquiring problem-solving skills. You will start reviewing the an...Show More

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Learning the anatomy of a computer

Learning how information is represented in a computer

Understanding the lifecycle of a program

Learning the key steps to solving problems

Learning to write pseudocode

Learning to draw flowcharts

Discovering how conditional statements are used in programs

Understanding how repetition is achieved in programs

Learning the anatomy of a computer

Content

30 Lessons6 Quizzes

Introduction

1 Lessons

Get familiar with fundamental programming concepts, computer anatomy, and basic problem-solving tools.

Who is this Course for?

Getting to Know Computers

5 Lessons

Look at computer components, binary data, programming basics, and program lifecycles.

The Anatomy of a Computer

Information Representation in a Computer

How to Write Computer Programs?

The Lifecycle of a Program

Quiz on Computer Basics

Problem Solving

5 Lessons

Break apart problem-solving steps, pseudocode, flowcharts, and practical programming challenges.

Introduction to Problem-Solving

Pseudocode

Flowcharts

Challenge: Calculate the Average of Two Numbers

Quiz on Problem-Solving

Variables

5 Lessons

Enhance your skills in understanding variables, calculations, and swapping values using pseudocode.

Variables and Data Types

Calculate the Cost of Fuel for a Trip

Swap the Values of Two Variables

Challenge: Swap the Values Without Using an Extra Variable

Quiz on Variables

Decision in Programs

8 Lessons

Map out the steps for decision-making using conditional statements and flowcharts in programming.

Introduction to Conditional Statements

Find the Larger Number

Determine if a Number is Odd or Even

Challenge: Compute the Absolute Value of a Number

Determine the BMI Category

Compute the Cost of Booking a Workspace

Challenge: Check Job Eligibility

Quiz on Conditional Statements

Repetition in Programs

5 Lessons

Simplify complex topics such as loops, prime checks, and factorial computation.

Introduction to Repetition in Programs

Determine if a Number is Prime

Display the First 'n' Prime Numbers

Challenge: Compute the Factorial of the Given Number

Quiz on Repetition

Conclusion

1 Lessons

Build on foundational knowledge to start coding in C++, Java, JavaScript, and Python.

Where to Go from Here

Certificate of Completion

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Test your skills in a simulated interview setting. Receive personalized feedback based on your performance. Available for Coding Interviews, System Design, and more.

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Build prompt engineering skills. Practice implementing AI-informed solutions.

Code Feedback

Evaluate and debug your code with the click of a button. Get real-time feedback on test cases, including time and space complexity of your solutions.

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