1. Introduction to Python#
1. Why Python?#
Note
Python is the most popular programming lanuage. It is a language for AI.
2. Variables and Data Types#
Basic Operators and Expressions
Input and Output Functions
Comments and Docstrings
3. Conditional Statements: if, elif, and else#
Looping: for and while Loops
Loop Control: break and continue
List Comprehensions
Functions and Modules
4. Defining Functions#
Function Arguments and Return Values
Variable Scope
Importing Modules and Libraries
5. Data Structures#
Lists
Tuples
Dictionaries
Sets
6. Strings#
String Basics
String Formatting
Common String Methods
Regular Expressionss
7. Project: A Simple Flask App#
Python programming
: Flask is a Python framework, so students will gain experience in Python programming. They will learn how to write Python functions and how to use Python libraries, in this case, Flask.Web Development Basics
: Students will learn the basics of web development, including how web servers work, how HTTP requests are handled, and the request-response cycle. They will understand the basic structure of a web application.Flask Framework
: Students will get a hands-on introduction to Flask. They will learn how to create routes and view functions in Flask, how to run a Flask application, and understand the purpose of the if name == ‘main’: block.Project Management
: By creating a requirements.txt file, students will learn the importance of managing project dependencies and how to use them to ensure that their code can run in different environments.Debugging
: By running their application in debug mode, students will learn basic debugging techniques and understand the importance of reading and understanding error messages.