We'll begin the course by introducing you to four students
who're taking the course slightly ahead of you. They have opened
up their study group to you, as you'll see, to help you see how
they solved problems throughout the course. The course will
feature their insights and tips (vetted by us),
via audios and videos, peppered throughout the modules.
Maryam is a Creative Writing major looking for a little
inspiration. Although most of her days are full of creating new
plotlines and situations for her characters to explore, she's
enrolled in this Computer Science class to diversify her
undergraduate knowledge and learn more about Python for a
short story she's writing. When not in class, Maryam enjoys baking,
watching TV, and coming up with new ways to combine genres of writing.
Molly is a physics major hoping to get acquainted with
programming to see if it can make tough problems a little easier.
She loves animals, and reading, and when she's not studying
Python, you can find her immersed in a favorite book.
Ryan is an International Affairs major fascinated by
the ever evolving world of technology and hopes to learn more
about its use and function in the world. Ryan enjoys hiking,
reading, and hopes to one day travel to Alaska and spot a wild moose.
Sam is working on finishing up a BA in philosophy.
He loves the arts, surrounding himself in nature, and deep,
inquisitive conversations. Lately he's been looking to diversify
some, and a programming class seems like just the change for him.
Audio: Meet Maryam and Ryan
Audio: Meet Molly and Sam
Now it's time for you to get started, beginning with Module 0 below.