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Workshop: Introduction to Python

Monday, February 12, 2024 10:00to12:00

Workshop Overview: ÌýAlthough it would be near impossible to learn all of Python in only 2-hours, the goal of this workshop is toÌýgive students a taste of the wonders of programming by learning the world's most popular programming language.Ìý

At the end of the workshop, you will be able to:
Ìý Ìý> Understand the different types of variables in Python (data types and data structures)
Ìý Ìý> Write simple scripts
Ìý Ìý> Use control flow to automate your scripts
Ìý Ìý> Understand how to load and use libraries
Prerequisites:

  • Students must have basic understanding and experience of programming & computer science.
    • For students with no prior knowledge of programming, we recommend watchingÌýÌýby CrashCourse andÌýÌýby freeCodeCamp on Youtube before taking this workshop.
  • Install Anaconda on your computer. You can find installation instructionsÌýhere. Please contact us (cdsi.science [at] mcgill.ca) if you are having trouble with installation.
  • If you attend the workshop in person, you must bring your own laptop.

Location:ÌýHYBRID. Online via Zoom, or in-person atÌýÌýroom 1104 (11th floor).
Instructor:ÌýAntoine Savard, PhD., Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences at ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ University

Registration:Ìý

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