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Introduction to Programming in Python (Austin)

Introduction to Programming in Python (Austin)

Date and Time

June 5, 2023 - June 7, 2023

Registration Closes: May 29, 2023, noon

Location

Texas Advanced Computing Center (UT Austin)

Event Address

J.J. Pickle Research Campus, Building 205
10100 Burnet Road (R8700)
Austin, Texas 78758-4497

Contact

Contact NameNathalie Beausoleil

Contact Emailnathalie.b@tacc.utexas.edu

Event Description

This introductory programming class will provide foundational knowledge of computational thinking and in coding using the trinket.io platform, and will encompass transitioning from block to text based coding in Python.

"This program has helped me to develop a greater desire to learn more about computer science. I find myself telling children and parents about CS and the importance of learning it. Even if it’s not a chosen career path, I think everyone should have some exposure to CS." - Intro to Programming participant

Registration Notes -

  • Registration fee includes training materials:
    • Trinket.io account
  • Refunds will not be issued for cancellations or those not in attendance. 
  • Event limited to 30 participants.
  • If a minimum of 12 participants are not registered two weeks prior to the event, this workshop may be canceled. 

Certificates of Participation - Certificates stating 21 hours of Continuing Professional Education hours (CPE credits) earned will be sent electronically after the participant has completed the online course evaluation. Any questions about certificates should be directed toward the contact person listed on this page.

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Schedule

June 5-7, 2023

9:00 am - 4:00 pm (Lunch Noon-1:00pm – Commons Café)

Topics for Monday, June 5 – Day 1

 

·       Intro and Computational Thinking 

·       Intro Block Programming

·       Turtle Block Programming

·       Truth Values and Conditionals

 

Topics for Tuesday, June 6 – Day 2

 

·       Intro to Python

·       Lists

·       For Loops

·       If Statements

 

Topics for Wednesday, June 7 – Day 3

 

·       If Statements

·       While Loops

·       Functions

 

 

 

 

 

 

Personal Registration

$600

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Registration Access Code

$600 / person

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