MIT 6.0001: Introduction to Computer Science with Python
MIT's rigorous first course in computation and Python programming.
9h 58m
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38
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This course includes:
- 9h 58m on-demand video (free)
- 38 lessons
- Full lifetime access
- Access on mobile and TV
- Certificate of completion
What you'll learn
- Use computation to solve real problems
- Write, test, and debug Python programs
- Understand recursion, complexity, and core data structures
- Build a foundation for further CS study
Official study guide
The complete 48-page companion book for MIT 6.0001: Introduction to Computer Science with Python, covering every module with worked examples, key terms, self-check questions, and a full glossary. Print it or read it offline.
Tools & technologies
Industry-standard tools you'll work with in this course.
PythonCourse content
5 sections · 38 lessons · 9h 58m- 1. What is Computation?Preview43m
- Shell vs. Editor1m
- Python vs. Math1m
- Bindings1m
- 2. Branching and Iteration43m
- Strings53s
- Comparisons1m
- Branching1m
Requirements
- •No prior experience required
About this course
MIT's rigorous first course in computation and Python programming. This curated learning path is organized into 5 modules and 38 lessons, taught by MIT OpenCourseWare. MegaCourse adds structure, learning outcomes, progress tracking, and a shareable certificate of completion.
Who this course is for
- Beginning programmers
- STEM students
Instructor
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Licensing & attribution
License: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Source: MIT OpenCourseWare 6.0001 (Ana Bell, Eric Grimson, John Guttag) - CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
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