Introduction to Programming for Information and Data Science

4 credits

Introduces fundamentals of computer programming as used for data science. Covers foundational skills necessary for writing stand-alone computer scripts, including programming syntax, data structuring, and procedural definition (functions). Includes programming tools and environments (e.g., command-line). Emphasizes skills in language syntax, debugging, algorithmic thinking, and data comprehension. Assumes no previous programming background. Course equivalent to: LIS 511.