Mark Lassoff – Programming for Absolute Beginners

Mark Lassoff – Programming for Absolute BeginnersYour Path to Programming ProfessionalWhether you plan on learning web, mobile or game development, there is a common foundation you need to master. Programming for Absolute Beginners is designed to teach you the common basics that will come in handy no matter what type of development you want to specialize in.In this fast-paced, easy-to-understand course, master trainer Mark Lassoff will take you through the basics of developing programs– and make it easy for you to learn. You’ll off learning input and output, conditionals, loops, and even basic data structures. The course uses the clear and concise Python programming language which has a common syntax with Javascript, C, Java, and many other modern languages. Learning the basics in Python will set you up for success—no matter what language(s) you use in the future.You’ll learn as you complete the engaging video lectures, followed by challenging lab exercises that will guide you through creating your first programs. Programming for Absolute Beginners is where your path to professional begins.Your HostMark LassoffMark Lassoff is the founder of and lead instructor at LearnToProgram.tv. Mark has always considered himself a teacher first and a technologist second. With over 20 years experience teaching computer science Mark knows how to make complex technical concepts understandably. Mark’s previous experience encompasses everything from ups to Fortune 500 companies.Mark is the author of six programming books and dozens of online courses. He lives in Connecticut where he’s redecorating his condo. Want to help?EpisodesHello WorldCourse Introduction with Mark (1:16)Setting up Your Environment (7:14)Writing Your First Program (9:55)Output with Print (11:32)Variables (13:26)Chapter 1 Lab ExerciseNow We’re Programmin’Chapter Preview (1:13)Input via Command Line Parameters (7:30)Input via Command Line Input Statement (8:50)Understanding Conditionals (11:48)Iterating With Loops (6:01)Chapter 2 Lab ExerciseLooking at DataChapter Preview (0:54)Lists (11:32)Tuples (7:54)Dictionaries (11:33)Chapter 3 Lab ExerciseObject Oriented ProgrammingChapter Preview (0:48)Creating Your First Class (13:04)Using a Class Instance (9:20)Goodbye From Mark (0:47)Chapter 4 Lab Exercise