Class Overview

Millions of people use computers every day, but not many people understand how computers do what they do. Even if you do not plan to be a professional programmer, you will gain an understanding of the basics of digital machines and learn to write basic programs in a managed but powerful environment. Understanding how a computer works and learning to think logically will help you write better applications and solve technical problems more efficiently.

This professional certificate will allow you to start at the very beginning with a teaching on the main binary language of modern computers. You will learn more about the Turing machine - a model for the digital computer. You will also learn the basics of analytic logic and how to learn and apply the basic principles of logic can help you work and work on technical solutions. You will work in a managed environment and learn how to code your first Python program - a powerful but straightforward programming language used by application developers and data scientists.

You will be able to track your progress through regular reviews, and concrete projects will provide you with the fundamental experiences needed to understand modern digital machines. Exercises and assessments will help you continuously assess your learning and focus on areas where you need to improve your skills. The courses in this certification program will provide a solid foundation for working with computers in any field.