Introduction to Python Programming: Game On!

Program Your Own Games with Python

 

Join us for an Introduction to Python, a powerful general-purpose programming language. Learn basic computer science concepts as you use Python to create your own games.

As students learn to write code using Python, they will become familiar with concepts that apply to other coding languages, including variables, looping and condition statements. Students will consider what makes a good and then apply what they have learned by using Python to create simple games. They will practice debugging their code, and then they will share their games with classmates. The class is designed to be fun as well as informative.

What You Will Learn

Learn the basics of Python programming and use it to make your own games.

• Understand what Python is and how it differs from other programming languages.
• Get familiar with variables, looping and condition statements.
• Consider what features make a good game and outline your own game design.
• Learn methods for debugging a Python program.
• Complete creation of your own game and share it with classmates.

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Note: In response to COVID-19 health guidelines, we have restructured our in-person Junior Academy workshops as
online courses. Contact us at srs@ucsd.edu if you have questions.

Course Number: CSE-90045
Credit: 1.50 unit(s)

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7/19/2021 - 7/23/2021

$175

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• SECTION ID:

  156483

• CLASS TYPE:

  Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

• INSTRUCTOR:
  

  Han, Shirley

  Shirley Han studied cognitive science with a specialization in machine learning and neural computation, and computer science at UC San Diego. Shirley is now a data scientist at IBM. Her goals include improving STEAM education and resources in underserved communities and narrowing the gender gap in technical fields. She enjoys painting and photography during her free time.

• TEXTBOOKS:

  No textbook required.

• POLICIES:

  1st meeting mandatory.
  Early enrollment advised.
  No UCSD parking permit required.
  No visitors permitted.
  Pre-enrollment required.
  No refunds after: 7/12/2021.
  

• NOTE:

  Grade Level: 3rd-5th Instructor will contact students 24-hours in advance of class with Zoom information. Students have the option of logging on to Zoom from 1-1:30pm to have office hours with the instructor. In addition, students have the option of staying on Zoom after class ends from 3-4pm for additional support. Please note that some courses require supplies. Supply information will be posted here by 4/15/21. We recommend you check back at this point for further details.

DATE	DAY	START	END	LOCATION
7/19/2021	Mon	1:30 p.m.	3:00 p.m.
7/20/2021	Tue	1:30 p.m.	3:00 p.m.
7/21/2021	Wed	1:30 p.m.	3:00 p.m.
7/22/2021	Thu	1:30 p.m.	3:00 p.m.
7/23/2021	Fri	1:30 p.m.	3:00 p.m.