University of Michigan

Python Fundamentals for Designers

Jose Sanchez

Instructor: Jose Sanchez

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

26 hours to complete
3 weeks at 8 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

26 hours to complete
3 weeks at 8 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Learn how Python can be applied to design projects

  • Execute simple Python scripts to draw geometric forms like lines, rectangles, and ellipses

  • Learn to use Python’s object-oriented programming to create basic shapes and designs

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Assessments

16 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Programming for Designers Specialization
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There are 5 modules in this course

In our first week, we will cover the basics: syntax, variables, coordinates, and functions. These are the building blocks of any programming language, and understanding them is crucial for moving forward. You'll learn how to write simple Python scripts within the Processing environment and lay the groundwork for more complex designs.

What's included

11 videos11 readings4 assignments1 app item1 discussion prompt

We'll dive into drawing primitives, explore iteration, and develop compositions using randomness. This week is all about bringing creativity into coding. You'll start to see how programming can become an integral part of your design process, allowing you to create intricate and dynamic compositions.

What's included

10 videos4 readings3 assignments1 app item

Our focus shifts to conditional statements, boolean logic, and simple state machines. These concepts are key to making your designs responsive and interactive. You'll learn how to incorporate logic into your projects, enabling designs that can adapt and change based on different conditions.

What's included

9 videos4 readings3 assignments1 app item

We'll explore the transformative power of coding with translate, rotate, scale, and the push and pop matrix operations. Understanding these transformations will allow you to manipulate your designs in complex ways, opening up a new dimension of creativity and control in your work.

What's included

10 videos6 readings3 assignments1 app item

Finally, we'll cover how to read and write output in various formats and alter image pixel data. This week is crucial for those interested in data visualization or working with images in a programmatically creative manner. You'll gain the skills to manipulate and utilize data, enhancing your designs with a layer of dynamism and interactivity.

What's included

10 videos4 readings3 assignments1 app item

Instructor

Jose Sanchez
University of Michigan
3 Courses1,193 learners

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