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1. Introduction to Python#

1. Why Python?#

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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.