Day 2
Programming in Python
On day 2, we were taught by Mr. Ahmad Al Nabulsi about programming in Python. Mr. Ahmad is a highly skilled and knowledgeable instructor, and I learned a lot from him during this session.
One of the first topics Mr. Ahmad covered was algorithms. He explained how algorithms are used in programming to solve problems and perform tasks, and he showed us how to write our own algorithms using pseudocode and gave real life examples on why the order of algorithms is important.
Next, we learned about variables. Mr. Ahmad taught us how to declare and use variables in Python, and how to assign different data types to them. He also showed us how to perform basic operations with variables, such as arithmetic and string concatenation.
After that, we learned about control and conditional statements. Mr. Ahmad explained how these statements allow us to control the flow of our code and make decisions based on certain conditions. He demonstrated how to use if, else, and elif statements, and how to nest them to create more complex conditions.
Finally, we learned about loops. Mr. Ahmad showed us how to use for and while loops to repeat sections of code, and he gave us examples of how to use them to solve problems.
I am grateful to Mr. Al Nabulsi for his excellent teaching and for providing me with a strong foundation in programming in Python. I feel confident in my ability to write code using algorithms, variables, control and conditional statements, and loops, and I am excited to continue learning and improving my skills in this field.
We were also given a small tour of the various equipments inside the Engineering & Science Building at the end of the day.
Engineering and Science Building Equipment Images
Programming in Python Session Images
Programming in Python Exercises and Activities
Day 2 Taught By
Mr. Ahmad Al Nabulsi
Prior to joining AUS, Ahmad Al Nabulsi taught in electrical and computer engineering departments in different institutes across UAE for more than six years. His teaching areas and research interests cover a wide spectrum of mechatronics engineering topics such as embedded systems, automation control, robotics, power electronics, measurements and instrumentation, and circuits design. He has several cited journal and conference publications. Al Nabulsi was among the first batch of AUS alumni to be included on the AUS Alumni Wall of Fame.