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Module 0 — Python Primer

This is prerequisite/self-study material so the main course can focus on object-oriented programming.

Run the notebook: Open Module 0 — Python Primer in Google Colab

Minimum Python prerequisites

Learners should be comfortable with:

• variables and expressions;
• if / elif / else;
• for and while;
• functions and parameters;
• lists, tuples, and dictionaries;
• basic imports/modules;
• reading Python errors.

Materials

• Python Primer notebook
• Readiness check
• Mastery checks with worked feedback

Reference

OpenStax, Introduction to Python Programming: use the relevant introductory chapters before Module 1.

Module 0 is intentionally Python prerequisite material. It does not introduce formal OOP concepts yet.

Readiness example

Before Module 1, you should be able to read and explain code like:

students = ["Aisyah", "Budi", "Siti"]

def greet(name):
    return f"Hello, {name}"

for student in students:
    print(greet(student))

You should also be able to modify a list/dictionary, write a short function, use a conditional, and interpret a basic Python error message.

If this is difficult, review the primer notebook and introductory Python material before continuing to Module 1.

Next

Continue to Module 1 — Introduction to OOP & Thinking in Objects.

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