Python

Basic syntax and semantics, output, comments

Reading

Think Python 2e

1. The way of the program



Video

Learn to Program (starting at 37:00 to end, 5 minutes total)

Code and Transcript

Most Important Concepts

  • Install latest version of Python. (Uncheck box for all users on classroom computers.)

  • Configure IDLE to Open Edit Window (Options - Configure IDLE - General).

  • Save Python program files with a .py file extension.

  • Start all files with a comment including your name and a description of the file.

Sample Program

# Prof. Vanselow

# An integration of everything I have learned about programming

print("Welcome to my Integration Project!")