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Object Oriented programming with the Python language.

With Python, learning to program is easy and fun! Many Python programs are clear and concise, reading like plain English. This course will cover the fundamental aspects of Python including data types, flow control, encapsulation, inheritance, and helpful tools from the Python standard library.

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Flow Control [May 9, 2011, 6:47 p.m.]

Flow control consists of tools to determine the sequence of events in a program. The primary aspects of Python flow control include:

boolean logic
loops
iterators

Please review the Flow Control learning resources. Post answers to the practice exercises below.

Q: What are some everyday systems that exhibit flow control?

Q: Can you think of some examples where True/False logic may be too constraining?

Learning Resources

Python for Informatics -- Chapter 3 (Slides, Printable Slides, Streaming Video, Download Video, Lecture Audio)
Python for Informatics -- Chapter 5 (Slides, Printable Slides, Lecture Audio)