Introduction to Python Programming

Summer 2025

Syllabus

Lecture Notes and Outlines

Lecture Calendar

Learning Exercises and Fun Examples

• JavaScript Event Handling Practice - Look at the different types of JavaScript events and how they're used
• Event-Driven RGBa Color Space Retheming
• Slide Deck Creator - Uses JS library to create PPTX slides
• Pancake Recipe CSS Example
• [PT1] Interactive Storybook (Finished Version) - Complete storybook for 9 10 11 CSS lecture
• [PT1] Interactive Storybook (Skeleton Version) - Version for students to complete

Homework Assignments

• Coming soon...

Interactive Learning Tools

• ARM LEGv8 Simulator - Interactive tool to visualize ARM processor architecture

How-To Resources

Python Installation and Setup

• Installing Python on Windows, Mac, and Linux - Normal method
• Using Chocolatey Package Manager on Windows - WINDOWS ONLY
• Installing Python with Chocolatey on the Command Line - Another Python installation option for Windows users, I think this is easier personally
• Running Your First Python Program

Command Line Basics

• Terminal/Command Line Basics
• Running Python from the Command Line
• Installing the Nano Text Editor with Chocolatey - WINDOWS ONLY
• Installing the Nano Text Editor - FOR MAC AND LINUX ONLY
• Using the Nano Text Editor - An easy-to-use text editor for the command line

Python Learning Resources

• Official Python Tutorial - Start your journey with official docs
• W3Schools Python Tutorial - Simple, beginner-friendly lessons
• Real Python: Python First Steps - Great practical tutorials
• Invent with Python - Free books about Python game programming

Helpful Tools and References

• Python Cheatsheet - Quick syntax reference
• Notepad++ Quickstart Guide - Simple yet good text editor for coding
• Thonny - A simple Python IDE for beginners (I highly recommend this option for newcomers)
• Basic Debugging Guide - Understanding and fixing common errors