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: Upon successful enrollment of a section, students will receive a confirmation email from our Student Services team. This email will include a link to an authorization form that is required to be completed within 72-hours of enrollment. 

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)