Class Box Folder
All shared files that are not in the course repositories will be in the class Box folder. This includes pdfs of all the slides used in class.
Zybook
Beginning on December 30, 2020, you can purchase and access the course textbook. We use an enhanced online textbook called a zybook that is (a) cheaper than a traditional textbook, (b) has more concise text, and (c) includes interactive examples, demos, and participation activities to check your understanding. It costs $49, and is strongly recommended for all students, especially if you do not have prior experience programming in Java. To purchase, follow the steps below.
1. Sign in or create an account at learn.zybooks.com
2. Enter zyBook code: DUKECOMPSCI201Spring2021
3. Subscribe
A subscription is $49. Students may begin subscribing on Dec 30, 2020 and the cutoff to subscribe is Apr 19, 2021. Subscriptions will last until May 17, 2021.
Java and Tools
- Software Installation Guide describes how to install the Java JDK, the Intellij IDE we use for developing code, and Git which we use for version control. You’ll need Java and Intellij for APTs, and Git for Projects.
- IntelliJ and Gradescope Doc covers more information on using IntelliJ, Gradescope, and Git.
- Troubleshooting IntelliJ and Git Doc has some faqs for the same tools. You can read about how to set up an IntelliJ project for your APTs here.
- Git Tutorial Videos walk through setting up GIT for this course on both Windows and Mac.
In addition to these Compsci 201 at Duke specific documents, see the official documentation for the following:
Duke Coursera
Duke Coursera is a partnership with the popular online learning platform Coursera whereby Duke students have free access to all of the online courses that have been created by Duke faculty. Duke CS & ECE Faculty (in collaboration with others) created Object Oriented Programming in Java. It is an excellent introduction to CS 101 and 201 content that is available to you for free. It consists of 4 courses. We especially recommend:
- Courses 1 & 2 on Java Programming (Solving Problems with Software & Arrays, Lists, and Structured Data) if you would like to review CS 101 concepts within the Java programming language.
- Course 4 on Data Structures and Performance if you would to start looking at concepts more closely related to Compsci 201.
Anonymous Comments
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Grade Correction Requests
Grade Correction Request Form.
