Programming in Action

Catalog description

Building upon the skills learned in HARP 150, this course aims to teach students, with minimal prior programming experience, to learn how to apply Python within problem-solving and real-life projects they may encounter in the field. Python is a coding language with a simple, easy-to-learn syntax, emphasizing readability and is a great starter language for non-programmers. We will cover web scraping, website development, and running Python scripts within projects and solving real-world problems that are of interest to them. This course will include discussions, guest lecturers, and hands-on coding practice. Students will gain an understanding of how coding stimulates skills such as problem solving, team skill-building, imagination, and critical thinking. Restricted to Harpur College students or permission of instructor. Prerequisite: HARP 150 or some programming background (or some Python background) .