Learn and explore computer basics, its history, hardware, software, number systems, and the anatomy of a computer.

Computer Science Bootcamp

This module covers the basics of computers and delves into software development. We’ll start by studying the essentials of computers, including their history, hardware, and software. Next, we’ll explore information representation and number systems, including the binary representation of text, colors, and images. Then, we’ll understand the anatomy of a computer, from logic gates to input/output devices, memory, and the central processing unit. Finally, we’ll dive deep into the software side of computers, including computer programming, the lifecycle of a program, and software application development. By the end of this module, we’ll have gained foundational skills to advance our careers in computer technology.

Computing Basics

## Number system tool

Use our tool to create your own number system. Notice how all the patterns we've learned so far in this course come into play in the practical implementation.

**Select your number system base and play around with the widget below. Click on a square repeatedly to go from one symbol to the next.**


# Number system tool

Use our tool to create your own number system. Notice how all the patterns we've learned so far in this course come into play in the practical implementation.

**Select your number system base and play around with the widget below. Click on a square repeatedly to go from one symbol to the next.**


An exercise to create your own number system.

Introduction

Computer Basics

Binary System

Essential Number Systems

Binary Arithmetic

Using Binary to Represent Information

Getting to Know Computers

The Software - Computer Programming

Building a Software Application

Conclusion

Exercise: Create Your Own Number System

Number system tool