Programming in Python: Code Quality and Best Practices 5 credits
About the course
The course provides an introduction to object-oriented programming in Python. The course also covers practices that support writing good code, such as version control, documentation, and unit testing. The course content is applied in programming assignments.
About the course
Upon completion of the course, you will be be familiar with fundamental concepts of object-oriented programming and be able to apply these concepts in simple Python programs. Additionally, you will be able to make use of version control, documentation, and unit testing.
This course is one of three in a package of courses that are given across different universities, entirely online, to facilitate access to Python and AI expertise in Sweden. This course is provided by Humlab at Umeå University.
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Form of instruction
The course is conducted entirely remotely via the course's learning platform in the form of individual exercises, lectures and supervision. Active participation via the learning platform is required, as well as independent work with mandatory assignments and exercises.
The course is divided into two modules which have both theoretical and practical elements:
- Module 1 (1 credit) Introduction to code quality and programming principles
- Module 2 (4 credits) Problem-solving and application
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What are the technical requirements?
The students are required to have access to a computer with Internet connection, and the ability to participate in digital meetings with a microphone and camera.