Introduction to Programming

Programming is like giving instructions to a computer to make it do what you want. Think of it as writing a recipe. Just as a recipe tells you how to make a dish step by step, a program tells the computer how to perform a task.

In this course, we'll use a language called Python. It's a bit like learning to speak and write in another language, but instead of talking to people, you're talking to the computer. With Python, you can create games, solve math problems, or even make your own apps.

Don't worry if it sounds tricky at first. We'll start with easy steps and build up your skills gradually. Soon, you'll be able to write your own programs and see the computer follow your instructions. It's fun, and you can create amazing things. Welcome to the world of programming!

Preparing Breakfast

Let's think of making a yummy breakfast which is quick and tasty. It needs to be prepared in a particular sequence.

The operation could have been performed in any order, but to get the toast swimming, it is better to spread butter after toasting the bread warm. Programming can be done in many ways and each way certainly gives an answer when the grammar is correct. However, there are only a few sequences that give us the desired results. We are trying to achieve the same.

The sequence of operations is termed an Algorithm - the step-by-step actions that one has to perform to achieve a result. In the next page, we will set out a task and work out the algorithm for the same.