By the end of this course, you will be able to
Understand programming fundamentals and their role in building digital solutions.
Use command-line tools in Windows and Linux to manage files and perform essential tasks.
Differentiate between programming languages, programming paradigms, compiled languages, and interpreted languages.
Apply algorithms and flowcharts to analyze problems and design solutions.
Choose the programming path that fits your goals and develop essential skills in critical thinking, time management, and teamwork.
Course Details
- 8h 12min / 93 lessons
- Course completion certificate
Course Content
Course Introduction
Definition and Purpose of Programming
Importance in Today’s Digital World - Part 1
Importance in Today’s Digital World - Part 2
Unit 1 Questions
Unit 1 Answers
Hardware vs. Software
How Computers Process Information
Binary Logic and Basic Computer Architecture
Binary and Gates
Unit 2 Questions
Unit 2 Answers
What is an Operating System?
Roles of OS: Process Management, Memory, and I/O
Introduction to Windows and Linux Environments
Unit 3 Questions
Unit 3 Answers
What is the Cloud?
Cloud vs. Local Computing
Benefits of Cloud for Developers
Benefits of Cloud for End Users
Common Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, and GCP
Unit 4 Questions
Unit 4 Answers
Introduction to CLI and Its Importance
CMD Windows: echo and cd
CMD Windows: dir
CMD Windows: Create and Delete Folder
CMD Windows: Create Folder and File
CMD Windows: System Information and Network
Batch File in Windows
Linux: echo
Linux: pwd, cd, and ls
Linux: Folder and File Basics
Linux: System Information and Network
Shell File in Linux
Recap: Commands
Unit 5 Questions
Unit 5 Answers
High-level vs. Low-level Languages
Compiled vs. Interpreted Languages
Different Programming Language Syntax
Documentation for Programming Languages
Unit 6 Questions
Unit 6 Answers
Procedural Programming
Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
Functional Programming
Event-driven Programming
Comparison of Programming Paradigms
Unit 7 Questions
Unit 7 Answers
What is an Algorithm?
Writing Step-by-step Logic
Introduction to Flowcharts and Symbols
Example 1: Turning on a Computer
Example 2: Adding Two Numbers
Example 3: Logging into an Email Account
Use Cases and Examples
Unit 8 Questions
Unit 8 Answers
What is SDLC?
SDLC Stages
Agile vs. Waterfall Methods
Unit 9 Questions
Unit 9 Answers
Tech Career Paths Overview
Programming Career Paths
Freelancing vs. Employment
Show Career Roadmaps and Learning Paths
Final Advice
Unit 10 Questions
Unit 10 Answers
Prompt Engineering
Simple Prompt Example
Real-world Examples
Unit 11 Questions
Unit 11 Answers
Persistence
Communication
Time Management
Critical Thinking and Problem-solving
Collaboration Tools
Unit 12 Questions
Unit 12 Answers
Graduation Project Data
Graduation Project
CLI Task: Windows
Solution: CLI Task Windows
Solution: CLI Task Linux
Flowchart Task
Solution: Flowchart Task Part 1
Solution: Flowchart Task Part 2
About this course
This course is designed to help you build a strong foundation in programming and understand the core concepts every developer needs before learning programming languages. You’ll explore how computers work, operating systems, cloud computing, the command line in Windows and Linux, algorithms, flowcharts, programming paradigms, and the software development lifecycle. You’ll also discover career paths in tech, Prompt Engineering, and the essential skills every programmer needs, with hands-on exercises and a final project to reinforce your learning.
Course requirements and prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course. Your interest in programming and commitment to learning are all you need to get the most out of it.
Instructor
Mostafa Saqly
Telecommunication & Electronics Engineer
2,078 Learners
5 Courses