COM SCI X 414.20 - Fundamentals of Software Development and Programming
Course Description
The course provides a comprehensive introduction to computer programming (coding) and software app development. It benefits individuals pursuing programming and software development as a career, as well as anyone in the IT field who works with programmers and systems analysts in important areas that precede actual programming, including problem-solving approaches; specifications and requirements; user interface design and structured program design using such tools as hierarchy, Nassi-Schneiderman, pseudocode and UML charts. Instruction covers coding concepts common to modern languages, including Python, Visual C#, Java, macro development and shell scripting. In addition to exploring procedural and object-oriented concepts (using Python and Visual Basic), students produce several small applications in these two environments, plus a commercial-level application by the course's end. This introductory course presents programming fundamentals, including variables and expressions, looping, selection, functions and parameter passing, file processing, use of OOP objects, event-driven programming in the Windows .net environment and modular development. Examples of Python advanced data types, Visual C#, Java and SQL code are also presented. The course also covers the software development cycle, including SCRUM, unit test and integration, alpha/beta testing and software defect tracking and classification. This introductory course requires weekly coding assignments and prepares students for future coursework in Python, Visual C#, Java or any other high-level language.
Course Outline
This course provides an introduction to computer programming and software development using Python and Visual Basic. Great for individuals pursuing coding and software development, preparing them for Python, Visual C#, Java, Javascript, shell scripting and macro development.Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Applications Programming : Elective Courses, Suggested Electives
- Database Management : Electives
- Study Abroad at UCLA Program : Required
- Systems Analysis : Required Courses, Electives
