How to Code: Simple Data
This course is part of Software Development Foundations.
This foundational programming course takes an innovative approach by focusing on systematic programming methodology rather than specific language syntax. Part of the Software Development MicroMasters Program, it teaches students how to design well-structured, testable programs that are easy to modify and maintain. The course covers fundamental concepts including data representation, program organization, testing strategies, and common design patterns. Through hands-on practice and culminating in an interactive game project, students learn to develop clear program requirements, create consistent program structures, and build integrated testing processes.
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What you'll learn
Master systematic program design methodology
Develop clear and maintainable code structures
Create effective testing strategies for reliable programs
Work with various data types and representations
Apply common programming patterns and best practices
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
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Graded assignments, Project work, Staff grading for verified track
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Module Description
This course introduces fundamental programming concepts through a methodology-first approach. Students learn systematic techniques for program design, focusing on data representation, program structure, and testing. The curriculum covers working with numbers, strings, images, and lists, teaching students how to organize code effectively and create reliable programs. Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on developing practical skills that can be applied across different programming languages.
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Software Development Foundations
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A Pioneering Computer Scientist Transforming Programming Languages and Software Design
Gregor Kiczales serves as Professor of Computer Science at the University of British Columbia, where he has been shaping the landscape of programming languages and software design since 2000. Born in 1961, he began his remarkable career at MIT's Lab for Computer Science before joining Xerox PARC, where he led teams that developed groundbreaking innovations including aspect-oriented programming (AOP) and AspectJ. His contributions to computer science include co-authoring the Common Lisp Object System specification and writing the influential book "The Art of the Metaobject Protocol." At UBC, he established the Software Practices Lab and revolutionized computer science education by designing CPSC 110, the foundational programming course focusing on systematic program design. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including the Senior AITO Dahl-Nygaard Prize and ACM Fellowship, while his research continues to focus on enabling programmers to write code that closely mirrors their design intentions. Beyond his academic role, he has served as UBC's Provost's Fellow for Flexible Learning Strategy and Executive Director of UBC Extended Learning, while his publications have garnered over 28,000 citations, cementing his position as a transformative figure in computer science education and programming language design.
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