Unit 2: Python Language Overview

Learning Objectives

In this unit, we will take a high-level guided tour of the Python programming language. We'll start by familiarizing ourselves with some introductory Python reference materials, then we'll illustrate and apply these concepts as we work through a guided Python exercise.

Discussions and Notes

• Python Programming:

  • Syntax and Style

  • Comments

  • Printing and Logging

  • Debugging

  • Variables

  • Functions

  • Conditionals and Control Flow

Activities and Exercises

• "Custom Functions" Exercise (Colab) and Solutions

• "Rock Paper Scissors" Exercise