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

## Basic skills for software development
The basic skills and knowledge needed to develop an industry-strength software application include the following:
### Problem-solving skills
**Problem-solving** involves several steps, including identifying the problem, defining it, gathering information, analyzing it, developing the solutions, implementing those solutions, and evaluating the results. Practicing and developing these skills plays an important role in devising an appropriate and decent solution for the problem at hand.



### Algorithms and data structures
**Algorithms** are step-by-step procedures used to solve a particular problem or perform a specific task. **Data structures** are ways of organizing and storing data so it can be accessed and manipulated efficiently. Algorithms and data structures are essential for developing software applications and systems with efficient and effective utilization of computer resources.




# Basic skills for software development
The basic skills and knowledge needed to develop an industry-strength software application include the following:
## Problem-solving skills
**Problem-solving** involves several steps, including identifying the problem, defining it, gathering information, analyzing it, developing the solutions, implementing those solutions, and evaluating the results. Practicing and developing these skills plays an important role in devising an appropriate and decent solution for the problem at hand.



## Algorithms and data structures
**Algorithms** are step-by-step procedures used to solve a particular problem or perform a specific task. **Data structures** are ways of organizing and storing data so it can be accessed and manipulated efficiently. Algorithms and data structures are essential for developing software applications and systems with efficient and effective utilization of computer resources.




Learn about basic skills used for software development. 

Software Development—What does it take?

Learn about basic skills used for software development.

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

Software Development—What does it take?

Basic skills for software development

Problem-solving skills