WEEK 0-1: COURSE OVERVIEW AND SETUP

Introduction to the course, Unix/Linux basics, and Git fundamentals

September 15, 2025

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Weekly Materials

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Lecture 1a: Course Introduction

Professor's lecture slides (PDF)

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Lecture 1b: Unix/Linux Basics

Professor's lecture slides (PDF)

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Week 0 Practice Slides

Hands-on tutorials and practice exercises

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Week 1 Practice Slides

Hands-on tutorials and practice exercises

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Lesson Guide

Comprehensive explanations and theory

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Code Examples

Course Materials Repository

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References & Resources

Course Resources Main course repository with all materials

Git Documentation Official Git documentation

Additional Notes

Combined Sessions: Week 0 & 1

This week covers two practice sessions:

Session 1: Course Overview & Setup

• Slides: Week 0 Practice Slides
• Lesson: Course Overview & Essential Tools Setup
• Topics: Course introduction

Session 2: Essential Tools

• Slides: Week 1 Practice Slides
• Lesson: Essential Tools Setup & Unix/Linux Continuation
• Topics: Unix/Linux basics, Python environment setup

Week Overview

This week’s materials include lecture content, practice exercises, and assignments designed to build your understanding of the covered topics.

Getting Started

1. Review the lesson guide for detailed explanations
2. Go through the practice slides for hands-on examples
3. Complete the weekly assignment

Need Help?

• Check the course discussion forum
• Attend office hours
• Review previous week’s materials if needed