Summary

This class will give you an introduction to the fundamentals of programming languages. Key concepts include how to specify and process valid strings, sentences and program structures.

Expected Learning

Take this class and learn how to build your own simple web browser complete with the ability to parse and understand HTML and JavaScript.

Syllabus

String Patterns

Finding and specifying classes of strings using regular expressions

Lexical Analysis

Breaking strings down into important words

Grammars

Specifying and deconstructing valid sentences

Parsing

Turning sentences into trees

Interpreting

Simulating programs

Building a Web Browser

Interpreting HTML and JavaScript

Wrap-up

Exam testing your knowledge

Required Knowledge

This course assumes previous programming experience, comparable to what is covered by the Udacity CS101 course.