Think Python - study group

ABOUT STUDY GROUP
✨ Self-study is encouraged, but not required to attend our monthly meetings.✨

📚 If you want to learn how to write code, Python is an excellent first programming language. At the start of 2024, we invited our group members to embark on the journey of mastering the foundational concepts of Computer Science with the textbook Think Python by Allen Downey. Its content is ideal for all beginners, high school and college students as well as self-learners.

⛰️ Each month we focus on several concepts and exercises to gradually gain a solid understanding of CS fundamentals as well as build problem-solving skills.

🤝 We allow plenty of time for questions and casual conversations to provide a safe and supportive learning environment.

🚀 Don't just copy code – comprehend. Let's start this journey together!

ORGANIZERS
This study group is co-hosted by Albus Code and PySWFL.

STUDY MATERIALS
Think Python, 2nd edition by Allen B. Downey
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ABOUT STUDY GROUP LEADS
Mark Barbour is a Data Scientist and a Lead Instructor at Flatiron School. His experience in data analysis ranges across a variety of industries, from real estate and telecommunications to computer vision security. His journey in tech began as a 911 dispatcher for a large metro area employing technology to increase efficiency and productivity within his department.

Ethan Landers, an undergraduate senior at Old Dominion University, is passionate about computer science. Working towards his master's degree in computer science, he's excited to explore Think Python with you, turning learning into an adventure!

Inessa Pawson, the founder of PySWFL and PyLaides SoFlo, is a dedicated Pythonista on a mission to empower people through education to create better present for themselves and their communities.