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The Coding Bootcamp focuses on teaching problem-solving and programming logic using Python, with no prerequisites required. The program consists of 12 sessions from Nov 20 to Dec 3, featuring hands-on coding challenges and a collaborative environment. Key objectives include learning to write high-quality code and understanding the basics of testing and debugging, while daily attendance and feedback are mandatory for tracking progress.

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The Coding Bootcamp focuses on teaching problem-solving and programming logic using Python, with no prerequisites required. The program consists of 12 sessions from Nov 20 to Dec 3, featuring hands-on coding challenges and a collaborative environment. Key objectives include learning to write high-quality code and understanding the basics of testing and debugging, while daily attendance and feedback are mandatory for tracking progress.

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Coding Bootcamp: Day 1 –

Foundations of Problem Solving


Focus on Problem Solving and Logic
with Python as a Tool
Welcome to the Coding
Bootcamp
Kickstart Your Coding Journey
Program Overview
• - Designed for everyone: Predominant focus
on Beginners
• Gradually will get into Intermediate and
Advanced Levels
• - No prerequisites required.
• - 12 sessions: Nov 20 to Dec 3.
• - Daily sessions in slots: 5–7 PM, 7–9 PM, 9–11
PM.
What to Expect
• - Hands-on coding challenges (60 total).
• - Collaborative environment—share your logic
and learn.
• - Focus on coding without tools—write quality
code on your own.
Attendance and Participation
• - Mandatory attendance linked to credits.
• - Attendance taken at start, end, and random
checks.
• - Be on camera—pleasant background
required.
• - Unresponsive participants will be marked
absent.
Feedback and Improvement
• - Daily feedback forms to track progress.
• - Helps us improve the program.
• - Share your experience and suggestions.
Closing Thoughts
• - Enjoy the process—coding is fun and
creative!
• - Stay persistent—keep trying.
• - Discover your strengths: High-code, Low-
code, or No-code.
• - Get ready for an exciting journey into AI and
ML.
Q&A
• We’re here to answer your questions. Let’s get
started!
Objectives of the Program
Key Objectives:
- Learn problem-solving and programming logic.
- Write high-quality, logical code.
- Understand basics of testing and debugging.

What This Program is NOT About:


- Detailed Python language syntax or libraries.
- Python internals, operators, or advanced constructs.

Note: Python is just a tool for learning logic.


Day 1 Agenda
Topics Covered:
1. Structure of a Python program.
2. Input/output and data types.
3. Arithmetic operators and problem-solving.
4. Coding challenges:
- Sum and Average
- Simple Interest Calculator
- Sales and Discount Problem
- Swapping Numbers (with and without temporary variable)
- Farmer’s Problem
5. Feedback and Q&A.

Time Breakdown:
- Concept learning: 45 minutes.
- Challenges: 50 minutes.
- Feedback: 10 minutes.
Where to Write Python Code
- You can use any **online editor** to write and run Python code.
- Suggested online tools:
- Online GDB (https://www.onlinegdb.com/)
- Replit (https://replit.com/)
- If you already have Python installed with standard editors like:
- PyCharm
- VS Code
- Jupyter Notebook
That’s great but **not mandatory**.

Use what works best for you to practice and execute code.
Structure of a Python Program
• Key Elements:
• - Comments: Explain code using #.
• - Imports: Add optional modules or libraries (import math).
• - Variables: Declare and store data (num1 = 5).
• - Input/Output:
• - Input: input("Enter a number: ").
• - Output: print("Hello, World!").
• - Main Logic: The sequence of executable steps.

• Example Code:
• # A sample Python program
• num1 = int(input("Enter a number: "))
• print("You entered:", num1)
Basics of Display and Data Types
• Output Display: Using print() for:
• - Numbers: print(42)
• - Strings: print("Hello")
• - Floats: print(3.14)

• Basic Data Types:


• - Integer (int): Whole numbers (e.g., 10).
• - Float (float): Decimal numbers (e.g., 2.5).
• - Boolean (bool): True or False values.
• - String (str): Text (e.g., "Python").

• Basic Operators:
• - Arithmetic: +, -, *, /, **.
Challenge 1 – Sum and Average
• Problem Statement:
• - Input three numbers.
• - Calculate and display their sum and average.

• Focus: Input/output, variables, arithmetic operations.

• Example Inputs/Outputs:
• - Input: 3, 5, 7.
• - Output: Sum = 15, Average = 5.0.

• Hints:
• - Use input() for taking user values.
• - Perform addition and division for results.
Challenge 2 – Simple Interest
Calculator
• Problem Statement:
• - Input: Principal, time, and rate of interest.
• - Compute simple interest using the formula: SI = (P × T × R) / 100.
• - Display the result.

• Focus: Variables, formulas, and arithmetic logic.

• Example Inputs/Outputs:
• - Input: P = 1000, T = 2, R = 5.
• - Output: SI = 100.

• Hints:
• - Break down the formula into steps.
Challenge 3 – Sales and Discount
Calculator
• Problem Statement:
• - Input:
• - Item name, unit price, quantity, and percentage discount.
• - Calculate:
• - Total value of the sale.
• - Discount amount.
• - Final selling price.
• - Display the results.

• Example:
• - Input: Item: "Laptop", Price: 50000, Quantity: 2, Discount: 10%.
• - Output: Total: 100000, Discount: 10000, Final: 90000.
Challenge 4 – Swapping Numbers
• Problem Statement:
• - Swap two numbers using:
• - A temporary variable.
• - Without a temporary variable.

• Focus: Logic building and alternative approaches.

• Example:
• - Input: a = 3, b = 5.
• - Output: a = 5, b = 3.

• Hints:
• - Temporary variable: temp = a.
• - Without temporary variable: Use addition/subtraction or XOR.
Farmer’s Problem – Comprehensive
Challenge
• Problem Statement:
• - A real-world scenario provided as a detailed document (PDF).

• Step 1: Understand and extract mathematical equations.


• Step 2: Write the logic and implement the solution.

• Focus:
• - Requirement analysis and problem decomposition.
• - Transitioning from equations to code.

• Duration:
• - Solve the problem collaboratively in 30 minutes.
Wrap-Up and Feedback
• Key Takeaways:
• - Importance of problem-solving over syntax.
• - Focus on logic, not language details.
• - Real-world applications of coding.

• Feedback:
• - Open the floor for questions and reflections.
• - Discuss areas of improvement and next steps.

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