Starting Programming (using Python)

Python is an easy to use programming language that is ideal for teaching due to its wide range of capabilities (it is used for a variety of tasks), and simplicity of use. This series of tutorials will teach programming concepts, using Python as a tool to do so, while teaching the Python language as a whole.

Sections

  • Part 1: Setting up the Python environment – Installing the tools necessary to use Python and then using them to execute your first programme.
  • Part 2: Learning Python – Python’s mathematical abilities, the manipulation of strings of text, calling functions, and finally an explanation of the “Hello World!” programme from part 1.
  • Part 3: Control Flow – Causing different things to happen based on inputs given to the programme and repeating code until a condition is satisfied.