Workshop: Introduction to Python, GitHub, and VSCode

This workshop aims to introduce Python, GitHub, and VSCode to students with no prior experience.

Agenda

1. General overview of Python, GitHub, and VSCode

   • What is Python?
     • What can it be used for?
     • Fun Fact: Named after a TV show Monty Python
     • Getting Python on your computer
   • What is GitHub?
     • What do people use it for?
     • Downloading GitHub
   • What is VSCode?
     • Downloading VSCode

2. Have a slice of Py(thon)

   • Data types
   • Loops
   • Comprehensions
   • Functions

3. Get on GitHub

   • Repositories
     • README files
   • Branches
   • Commits
   • Pull requests and forks

4. VSCode

   • Extensions
     • Integration with Python and GitHub
       • GitHub Copilot
   • Organization
   • Navigation

5. Closing Remarks

   • Pulse check
   • Anything is possible!
     • Build your own personal website
   • Future events