100 Doors Python Coding Challenge

In this lesson we are going to look at a fun coding challenge in Python called “100 Doors”. It’s a great challenge for developing algorithmic thinking and Python programming skills. Image courtesy...

Fizz Buzz Coding Challenge in Python

Fizz Buzz is a classic coding challenge based on a game played at school in Maths lessons. Fizz Buzz is a game for two or more players. Take it in turns to...

Getting Unstuck in an Exam

This article will help you to achieve your full potential in exams for any subject. Have you ever been in an exam where you have read a question and your brain has...

Python Loops and Flowcharts

In this lesson we are going to learn how to convert between Python code and flowchart representations of loops when designing algorithms. Consider the following code. As with most code examples in...

Introduction to Data Science with Python

The ability to make sense of data is more important than ever in today’s complex world. Data is everywhere, and being able to interpret it empowers us to make effective decisions, as...

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Computer Science Pedagogy

This post is a work in progress where I will collect pedagogical tips about teaching Computer Science distilled from my 15+ years’ teaching experience. They are phrased as advice to teachers, but...

Here’s a simple program in Python that demonstrates some important fundamental concepts in computer programming. The program simulates two players taking it in turns to roll a 6-sided dice, and keeps track...

User Login with Python and SQLite

In this lesson you will learn how to create a basic login script with Python and SQLite. SQLite is ideal for small-scale data-driven Python applications. It is a lightweight, self-contained, serverless database...

Coins on a Star Puzzle with p5.js

Here’s a fun puzzle for you, which I have implemented online using the fantastic p5.js library for creative coding. The goal is to place as many coins on the board as possible...

Python Programming Challenge – Validate ISBN-10 Number

ISBN Numbers, or International Standard Book Numbers are commercial numeric book identifiers which are used to uniquely identify a publication. There are two types of ISBN numbers – ISBN-10 and ISBN-13. Validation...

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