Welcome to your first step into the world of programming.

This book is designed to be your very first book on coding. While we will be using Python, our goal goes deeper than just learning a language.

This book builds the foundations of logic. It is a starting point, a gentle first step into the world of logic, coding, and clear thinking.

What this book aims at:

1. Build your foundations of logic
   We’ll try to understand the problem, make a plan, try it, and then reflect. This way, you think like a problem solver.
2. Introduce you to Python
   Python is simple, friendly, and perfect for beginners.
3. Prepare you for the future
   By the end of this book, you won’t just know Python syntax. You’ll know how to learn, how to reason, and how to build confidence for everything that comes afterward.

Who is this book for?

Anyone who wants to begin their journey into programming. Age is just a number; curiosity is the only real requirement.

If you can read, think, and try, you can learn programming.

The “No-Setup” Approach

Most programming books begin with a boring, 20-page chapter on “Environment Setup” and “Installing Python.” It is often where beginners give up before they even start.

We are skipping that.

My aim is to teach you coding quickly. We don't need to install complex software to learn logic. We are going to use the cloud.

Your First Workspace: Google Colab

To start your journey, we will use a free tool called Google Colab. It allows you to write and run Python code directly in your browser.

Step 1: Visit the Google Colab website: Google Colab

Step 2: Go to File → New Notebook.

Congratulations, your digital notebook is now open! This is where you will practice programming.

Step 3: You can save this notebook and use it again later. Let’s give it a name.

Click on the file name at the top of the screen (circled in screenshot below).

Type a name you like (e.g., My_First_Code).

Inside the notebook, you will find two kinds of boxes (called cells):

• Code cells → for writing Python code
• Text cells → for notes, explanations, or comments

You can add more cells anytime using the “+ Code” or “+ Text” buttons.

Your very first program

In a code cell, type:
(Type this code. Do not copy. Copy-paste may lead to errors.)

Now press the play button on the left, or press Ctrl + Enter.

And, you’ve written your first program!

It prints a message on the screen, and that simple act marks the beginning of your coding journey.

Another intuitive way

You can also run Python code using:
Python Tutor

But remember, here code will execute line-by-line. You will need to click “Next” to execute the next line of code.

The Project You Will Build

During the course, we will create a simple but complete application for managing membership of the Science enthusiasts’ club named Sci-Mate.

Next, we will see why programming is very easy.

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Instructions and Clarifications

This Book Is For:

• Absolute beginners
• Those who want to understand coding, not just syntax
• Those who once learned coding but forgot and want a fresh start
• Age is not a bar.

This Book Is NOT:

• A reference manual
• A book for intermediate or advanced coders
• A complete guide to Python
• This book focuses on foundations and thinking, not coverage.

How to Study This Book

• Code along. Always type the code.
• Do not copy-paste.
• Go slow. Do not rush.
• Read carefully.
• Google if you feel stuck.
• Read the TL;DR first.
• Revisit earlier chapters without guilt.
• Build the final project seriously.

When to read: Any time. Even right now.

A structured suggestion:

• Start on a Monday
• One chapter a day
• Finish theory by Friday
• Work on the project on Saturday
• Enjoy your Sunday

If at any point you feel:

• “This is slow”: that is normal
• “I don’t get it yet”: that is learning
• “I need to read again”: that is progress

If you finish this book honestly, you will not just know Python. You will know how to approach problems.
That skill stays with you forever.