Python for Students

Introduction

• Python for students

1. Python Basics

• What is Python?
• Why should you learn it?
• What can you do with Python?

2. Using Python Environment

• Getting set up on a Mac
• Getting set up on a PC using Windows
• Python 2 versus Python 3
• Using the Python shell
• Saving and running Python files

3. Basic Data Types

• Numbers and basic calculations
• Writing strings

4. Variables and Functions

• Creating variables
• Creating functions
• Completing the task

5. Lists

• What are lists?
• Creating your first loop
• Ranges of indexes

6. Making Decisions

• Using if statements
• Adding an else
• Putting it all together

7. First Python Project

• Drawing a line with Python
• Drawing a circle with Python
• Putting it all together with pizza

8. Python Community and Continued Learning

• Choosing the right code editor
• Python resources
• Stack Overflow
• Other resources

Conclusion

• Next steps