Programming Languages Workshop

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Workshop Overview:

Welcome to the Programming Languages Workshop! This hands-on session will help you grasp essential programming languages used in modern software development: Python, Java, JavaScript, and C++. Each session will cover fundamental concepts, coding techniques, and real-world applications. By the end of the workshop, you'll have a solid foundation to apply these languages in your own projects.

 

Agenda and Content Breakdown:

Session 1: Introduction to Programming Languages

  • Time: 30 mins
  • Overview:
    • What are programming languages?
    • Types of programming paradigms:
      • Object-Oriented: (e.g., Java, Python)
      • Procedural: (e.g., C++)
      • Functional: (e.g., JavaScript)
    • Real-world use cases of each language.
    • Choosing the right language for the right job.
  • Goal: Understand the basics of how different programming languages fit into the software development lifecycle.

Session 2: Python for Web Development and Automation

  • Time: 1 hour
  • Overview:
    • Introduction to Python: Clean syntax and readability.
    • Basic concepts: Variables, loops, functions, and data structures (lists, dictionaries).
    • Libraries to Know: Flask/Django for web development, Selenium for automation, Pandas for data analysis.
  • Hands-on:
    • Web Development: Set up a simple Flask web application with routing.
    • Automation: Write a Python script to automate a basic task (e.g., web scraping or file handling).
  • Key Takeaways: Python's versatility and ease for both beginners and experienced developers, especially in automation and web apps.

Session 3: Java for Scalable Backend Development

  • Time: 1 hour
  • Overview:
    • Introduction to Java: Strongly typed, object-oriented programming language.
    • Concepts: Classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, and interfaces.
    • Tools: Spring Boot for developing enterprise-level applications.
    • Java’s role in building large-scale backend systems and APIs.
  • Hands-on:
    • Build a RESTful API with Spring Boot.
    • Implement basic CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete).
  • Key Takeaways: How Java excels at building scalable, maintainable backend services.

Session 4: JavaScript for Frontend Development and Interactivity

  • Time: 1 hour
  • Overview:
    • Introduction to JavaScript: Language of the web.
    • Concepts: Variables, functions, DOM manipulation, and events.
    • Libraries/Frameworks: React.js for building interactive user interfaces.
    • JavaScript’s role in modern web development (Single Page Applications).
  • Hands-on:
    • Create a simple React.js component.
    • Add interactivity by handling events and updating the UI dynamically.
  • Key Takeaways: Why JavaScript is indispensable for modern frontend development.

Session 5: C++ for High-Performance and Competitive Programming

  • Time: 1 hour
  • Overview:
    • Introduction to C++: Low-level memory management and high-performance capabilities.
    • Concepts: Pointers, memory allocation, and object-oriented programming.
    • Focus on: Efficiency and performance optimization.
  • Hands-on:
    • Implement a simple data structure (like a linked list) in C++.
    • Solve a basic competitive programming problem using C++ (e.g., sorting algorithms, dynamic programming).
  • Key Takeaways: How C++ shines in performance-critical applications and competitive programming.

Q&A and Closing Session:

  • Time: 30 mins
  • Recap of the key points from each session.
  • Address questions from participants.
  • Discuss potential career paths based on each programming language.
  • Final Note: Encourage continued practice and exploration to master the skills covered during the workshop.

 

 

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