Lecture 1: Introduction to CS and Programming Using Python

MIT 6.100L Introduction to CS and Programming using Python, Fall 2022
Instructor: Ana Bell

An introduction to what computation is, python basics, mathematical operations, and python variables and types. We explore python objects and python programs.

License: Creative Commons BY-NC-SA

[mitocw]

MIT 6.100L Introduction to CS and Programming using Python, Fall 2022
Instructor: Ana Bell


An introduction to what computation is, python basics, mathematical operations, and python variables and types. We explore python objects and python programs.

License: Creative Commons BY-NC-SA

[vorsybl]

These courses released for free by MIT OCW have been invaluable to me. Thanks again. The content is nothing short of gold.

[TheAnimeist]

This is a solid course. Being an experienced programmer I still watched the entire lecture. It's a strong base to start from.

[sergemoktali]

From Africa thanks a lot. There's no way we might have such a qualitative (and it's free, may God bless you) content from our universities out here. This might make a big difference ❤

[tmo]

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
05:05 - Data and Algorithms
10:53 - Memory Storage
15:15 - Language
21:40 - Data Types
31:00 - Expressions
40:38 - Variables
55:33 - Python Tutor
1:01:40 - Summary

[Amingo]

Computer science student from Africa taking this course is really helpful.

[terencewong]

Dear Dr Bell, I am from Singapore. Never know about programming. After watching your 1st video, i am very keen to learn. Your explanation is super clear! Thank you

[josephcote]

I'm retired from a long career as a programmer and programming teacher. Learned and used a lot of languages along the way, but never happened to do Python. Enjoying this series to see what I might have been missing and how Python differs from what I already know.

[danielfox]

39:26 - Python gives floats in divisions to ensure precise results, even with fractional values. For integer results, use floor division (//).

[valentineobinikpo]

I love her lectures, I remember watching her teach OOP in Python like 5years ago for the time while learning and still on the journey. She actually set the foundation rolling..

[adwaeitdixit]

Awesome, was looking for something just like this for brushing up knowledge before I begin my masters

[oakleyorbit]

Already working as a SWE but coming back is really good for brushing up and sharpening your skills.

[Javy_Chand]

I liked the older version of this class, its great it has been updated!

It helped me a bit in my own intro to programming class, so definitely appreciated.

[pandaxpanther]

High School freshman here interested in a cs career, and this course so far seems amazing, fast paced but very helpful. Thank you very much for this free course.

[ShontasiaTheGOD]

Thank you MIT OCW for doing these classes! I love how Dr. Bell explains things so that even an absolute newcomer like myself can understand it! I'm forever grateful! 🙏🏾

[ARUNRAWAT-rhks]

Thank you, MIT OCW, for democratizing education and empowering learners worldwide.

[AskATony]

Nice to see Dr. Bell is back!
I saw an earlier version of this course like 8 years ago and it was very good!

[weixuanpks]

best course ever. took this few years ago to learn python

[Aryan]

"Wow, this introduction to computer science and programming using Python is simply fantastic! I love how the video covers everything from the basics to more advanced concepts in such a clear and engaging way. Whether you're new to coding or looking to sharpen your skills, this series is a must-watch. Can't wait to see what else is in store – let's code our way to success together!"❤

[Studentmaniac]

I watched half way now I will try to complete with the pace of MIT Schedules