Computer Revolution

Computer Revolution is an educational course providing an introduction to the field of computer science from first principles, with no prerequisites needed.

Throughout the course, learners will be exposed to ideas foundational to the field, like the binary number system, boolean logic, and more. These ideas will be expanded upon to present more practical sections, like computer architecture and computer programming, where learners will be able to model and program a simple computer system.

Features:

The current version offers 17 out of 25 planned lessons, allowing users to build a foundational understanding of computer science from the ground-up. Lessons build upon each other in modular steps, each lesson being a simple extension of the prior. Together, the lessons present topics in a linear, intuitive order, allowing for a seamless introduction to the field and the ideas therein.

Each lesson includes:

• A storyline portion: intended to lay out the need for additional developments in the field in the form of a problem needing to be solved

• A video lesson: presenting the relevant information in a concise ~ten-minute video

• Exercises: allowing for the hands-on solving of problems, creating a deeper understanding of the lesson content

Additional learning tools:

In addition to the course content, additional tools are provided to allow learners to get the best out of their learning experience. Users can review previously encountered terminology, practice boolean logic using boolean diagrams, examine the different iterations of the computer system throughout its development during the course, and will be able to complete programming practice problems using this computer system.

Why Begin With Computer Revolution?

Computer science is a vast field with many encompassing subtopics. Frustrations often arise as learners start in areas that assume prerequisite information they don't have yet. Learners suffering from the improper introduction order of ideas is a genuine problem - and prevents them from learning what ought to be a fascinating and enjoyable field of study.

Computer Revolution aims to solve this problem by teaching from the bottom-up. It follows the correct order for learning in modular, hands-on lessons and exercises, providing a solid foundation that can then be extended to any other computer science domain. 

In this regard, CR aims to be the optimal beginner resource to start one's computer science journey.