CS303e Startup - Things to Do
| Canvas | Ensure you can access the class on
Canvas account.
We will use Canvas to turn in assignments, provide feedback on
assignments, and post grades. |
| Ed Discussion | Verify you can access the course Question and Answer tool, Ed Discussion via Canvas. Canvas -> CS314 -> Ed Discussion. Post your questions regarding the course content and logistics to Ed Discussion. |
| Textbook | Starting Out With Python, 5th Edition by Tony Gaddis, ISBN: 9780135929032, Note, the access code is NOT required. Just the textbook. |
| Python | Download and install Python
per this page.
I also recommend downloading and installing the PyCharm Python, Educational Version, IDE (interactive development environment, an application that is a tool to write computer programs). You may use whatever IDE you want, but many students have found PyCharm superior to IDLE, the simple IDE that comes with Python. |
| Class Web Page | Familiarize yourself with
the class web page. Especially the syllabus, the schedule, and the programming assignments guidelines. Start on assignment 1. Post questions on these materials to Ed accessible via the course Canvas page. |
| Tips for Success | Review the tips for success in CS303e. |
| How to Ask Good Questions | Read the how to ask good question part of the So You Want to Be a Wizard 'zine. Written by Julia Evans |