CMSC 135 - Introduction to Scripting

Covers concepts of scripting languages based on languages such as Python, Perl , JavaScript , VBScript and PowerShell. Students learn how to use scripting languages for rapid prototyping, web programming, data processing and application extension. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 011 /ELAI 990 , MATH 050 , READ 120 Three hours each week.

3 semester hours

May not be taken concurrently with MATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score.

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Write simple programs using one of the scripting languages.
Discuss the application of the scripting language.
Demonstrate the use of the scripting languages.

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