# Intro to computer science - Python

**Name**:  Intro to Computer Science - Python

**Category**: Education, Technology, Community Learning

**Type**: Study Jam

**Summary - oneliner**: A collaborative learning program where first-year students master computer science fundamentals through Python while building a strong peer learning community.

**Purpose**: To build a strong foundation in computer science fundamentals through Python programming in a peer-learning environment, while fostering a supportive campus tech community.

**Core CS Fundamentals Coverage**:

* Introduction to Programming Logic
* Variables and Data Types
* Control Structures (if/else, loops)
* Functions and Methods
* Lists and Arrays
* Basic Algorithms
* Debugging Fundamentals
* Problem-Solving Approaches
* Basic Object-Oriented Programming Concepts

**How**:

1. Program Registration via Hub App (minimum 10 students)
2. Weekly Study Sessions:
   * Session 1: Course content review
   * Session 2: Practice problems
   * Session 3: Peer programming and doubt clearing
3. Progress tracking through Khan Academy course completion
4. Physical meetups for collaborative learning
5. Group discussions and problem-solving sessions

**Expected outcome**:

* Solid understanding of computer science fundamentals
* Practical Python programming skills
* Experience with peer learning methodology
* Integration into the campus tech community
* Development of problem-solving skills
* Building connections with like-minded peers

**How to measure impact**:

* Weekly physical meetup discussions
* Course completion progress tracking
* Peer review sessions
* Group problem-solving success rates
* Active participation in discussions

**Pre-event checklist**:

* Register program on the Hub App
* Set up clear participant requirements
* Create study group guidelines
* Prepare meeting schedule
* Ensure access to necessary computing resources
* Set up communication channels
* Identify group coordinators

**Post-event checklist**:

* Collect feedback through the Hub App
* Connect participants to TinkerHub community
* Share success stories
* Introduction to campus tech communities
* Plan for continued learning paths
* Create documentation of the learning journey

**Curated by**: Kurian Jacob

**Ideal audience**: First-year students interested in computer science and programming, with no prior experience required but a strong commitment to learning.

**Resource Links**:

* Khan Academy Python Course: <https://www.khanacademy.org/computing/intro-to-python-fundamentals>


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