This course gently introduces programming to new programmers. There are plenty of opportunities to apply and practice what you learn, and ask questions in a safe place. Furthermore, surprise yourself by building a substantial project over the 3 course weeks. We use the popular Python programming language to prepare you for real-world research application of what you learn.

Objectives

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Understand some fundamental programming concepts
• Understand Python programs written by your colleagues
• Make useful changes to existing Python programs
• Write new, useful Python programs
• Take more advanced Python courses