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Computer Programming for Absolute Beginners

Gain insights into programming fundamentals and language evolution. Learn about code basics, variables, conditional statements, loops, functions, and error handling.

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Programming is the art and science of writing instructions that a computer can follow to accomplish a task. This course will teach you the concepts you need to know to become a computer programmer. You’ll learn about the brief history of programming, what constitutes a computer program, and the evolution of programming languages, including the various types of applications currently being developed. Next, you’ll learn how to organize the code using modules, namespaces, and packages. You’ll then learn about the basic building blocks of a computer program and cover variable declaration and initialization, along with primitive data types. Next, you’ll cover how to change the program flow using conditional statements and learn how to use loops. You’ll finish by learning how to create functions and handle errors using exceptions. By the end of this course, you will have a solid understanding of how computer programming works, and be well equipped to learn any programming language you want.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Familiarity with computer programming in general

A working knowledge of the basic building blocks of a computer program

Hands-on experience using variables and control structures in programming

The ability to create functions in a computer program

An understanding of exception handling in programming

Familiarity with computer programming in general

Content

146 Lessons14 Quizzes

Introduction

1 Lessons

Get familiar with programming concepts, history, and technical aspects, adaptable to any language.

Course Overview

Introduction to Computer Programs

10 Lessons

Look at computer programming fundamentals, historical evolution, binary systems, and basics of machine code.

Introduction to Computer Programs

A Brief History Of Computing

A Brief History of Programming

What is a Program?

Understanding the Binary System

Understanding ASCII and Other Forms of Data

Boolean Algebra

Machine Code

Summary on Computer Programs

Quiz: Basics of Computer Programs

Introduction to Programming Languages

8 Lessons

Explore the evolution, diversity, and key concepts of programming languages for enhanced coding understanding.

Types of Applications

9 Lessons

Grasp the fundamentals of various computer applications, including standalone, web, mobile, distributed, and cloud-based applications.

Software Projects and Code Organization

6 Lessons

Deepen your knowledge of organizing, modularizing, and managing software projects for better code readability and maintenance.

The Basic Building Block of a Computer Program

13 Lessons

Investigate programming sequences, effective task breakdown, statements, indentation, and comments for clarity.

Working with Data: Variables

19 Lessons

Build on the foundational concepts of variables, data types, operators, and string manipulation in programming.

Program Control Structures

12 Lessons

Learn how to use program control structures for dynamic decision-making and iterations.

Understanding Functions

12 Lessons

Walk through creating and implementing functions, focusing on readability, reusability, and clarity.

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When Things Go Wrong: Bugs and Exceptions

11 Lessons

Work your way through understanding and managing bugs and exceptions in programming.

11.

Programming Paradigms

15 Lessons

Grasp the fundamentals of various programming paradigms, including structured, OOP, and functional programming.

12.

Programming Tools and Methodologies

11 Lessons

Deepen your knowledge of essential development tools, version control, testing, and methodologies.

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Code Quality

10 Lessons

Focus on writing efficient, readable, and maintainable code through best practices.

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Appendix: How to Translate the Pseudocode into Real Code

8 Lessons

Master translating pseudocode to various programming languages, including C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, PHP, and Python.

15.

Conclusion

1 Lessons

Learn how to use foundational computer programming concepts for versatile language application.

Certificate of Completion

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