From c6b2e818742a38f530a8c0d84ff5f791b85b210b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Waciuma Wanjohi Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2020 00:23:46 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] Change chat from Gitter to Discord --- README.md | 128 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++--------------------------- 1 file changed, 64 insertions(+), 64 deletions(-) diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 1ac23ce..e4e8c38 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -76,7 +76,7 @@ just remember that you can't purchase success! # Community -- We have a chat room! This should be your first stop to talk with other OSSU students. Why don't you introduce yourself right now? [Join the chat in Gitter](https://gitter.im/open-source-society/computer-science) [![Join the chat at https://gitter.im/open-source-society/computer-science](https://badges.gitter.im/Join%20Chat.svg)](https://gitter.im/open-source-society/computer-science?utm_campaign=pr-badge&utm_content=badge&utm_medium=badge&utm_source=badge) +- We have a discord server! This should be your first stop to talk with other OSSU students. Why don't you introduce yourself right now? [Join the CS channel in OSSU Discord](https://discord.gg/5pUhfpX) - You can also interact through [GitHub issues](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/issues). If there is a problem with a course, or a change needs to be made to the curriculum, this is the place to start the conversation. Read more [here](CONTRIBUTING.md). - Add **Open Source Society University** to your [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/school/11272443/) profile! - Note: There is an unmaintained and deprecated firebase app that you might find when searching OSSU. You can safely ignore it. Read more in the [FAQ](./FAQ.md#why-is-the-firebase-ossu-app-different-or-broken). @@ -123,9 +123,9 @@ If you've never written a for-loop, or don't know what a string is in programmin `simple programs` `simple data structures` -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Python for Everybody](https://www.py4e.com/) | 34 weeks | 3 hours/week | none +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Python for Everybody](https://www.py4e.com/) | 34 weeks | 3 hours/week | none | [chat](https://discord.gg/syA242Z) ### Introduction to Computer Science @@ -137,9 +137,9 @@ This course will introduce you to the world of computer science. Students who ha `basic data structures and algorithms` `and more` -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Introduction to Computer Science and Programming using Python](https://www.edx.org/course/introduction-computer-science-mitx-6-00-1x-10) ([alt](https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/electrical-engineering-and-computer-science/6-0001-introduction-to-computer-science-and-programming-in-python-fall-2016/)) | 9 weeks | 15 hours/week | [high school algebra](https://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra-home) +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Introduction to Computer Science and Programming using Python](https://www.edx.org/course/introduction-computer-science-mitx-6-00-1x-10) ([alt](https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/electrical-engineering-and-computer-science/6-0001-introduction-to-computer-science-and-programming-in-python-fall-2016/)) | 9 weeks | 15 hours/week | [high school algebra](https://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra-home) | [chat](https://discord.gg/jvchSm9) ### Introduction to CS Tools Understanding theory is important, but you will also be expected to create programs. There are a number of tools that are widely used to make that process easier. Learn them now to ease your future work writing programs. @@ -151,9 +151,9 @@ Understanding theory is important, but you will also be expected to create progr `version control` `and more` -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[The Missing Semester of Your CS Education](https://missing.csail.mit.edu/) | 2 weeks | 12 hours/week | - +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[The Missing Semester of Your CS Education](https://missing.csail.mit.edu/) | 2 weeks | 12 hours/week | - | [chat](https://discord.gg/5FvKycS) ## Core CS @@ -178,39 +178,39 @@ All coursework under Core CS is **required**, unless otherwise indicated. The How to Code courses are based on the textbook [How to Design Programs](https://htdp.org/2003-09-26/). The First Edition is available for free online and includes problem sets and solutions. Students are encouraged to do these assignments. -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[How to Code - Simple Data](https://www.edx.org/course/how-code-simple-data-ubcx-htc1x) | 7 weeks | 8-10 hours/week | none -[How to Code - Complex Data](https://www.edx.org/course/how-code-complex-data-ubcx-htc2x) | 6 weeks | 8-10 hours/week | How to Code: Simple Data -[Programming Languages, Part A](https://www.coursera.org/learn/programming-languages) | 5 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | How to Code ([Hear instructor](https://www.coursera.org/lecture/programming-languages/recommended-background-k1yuh)) -[Programming Languages, Part B](https://www.coursera.org/learn/programming-languages-part-b) | 3 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | Programming Languages, Part A -[Programming Languages, Part C](https://www.coursera.org/learn/programming-languages-part-c) | 3 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | Programming Languages, Part B +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[How to Code - Simple Data](https://www.edx.org/course/how-code-simple-data-ubcx-htc1x) | 7 weeks | 8-10 hours/week | none | [chat](https://discord.gg/RfqAmGJ) +[How to Code - Complex Data](https://www.edx.org/course/how-code-complex-data-ubcx-htc2x) | 6 weeks | 8-10 hours/week | How to Code: Simple Data | [chat](https://discord.gg/kczJzpm) +[Programming Languages, Part A](https://www.coursera.org/learn/programming-languages) | 5 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | How to Code ([Hear instructor](https://www.coursera.org/lecture/programming-languages/recommended-background-k1yuh)) | [chat](https://discord.gg/8BkJtXN) +[Programming Languages, Part B](https://www.coursera.org/learn/programming-languages-part-b) | 3 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | Programming Languages, Part A | [chat](https://discord.gg/EeA7VR9) +[Programming Languages, Part C](https://www.coursera.org/learn/programming-languages-part-c) | 3 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | Programming Languages, Part B | [chat](https://discord.gg/8EZUVbA) ### Math Electives **Students must choose one of the following topics**: calculus, linear algebra, logic, or probability. #### Calculus -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Calculus 1A: Differentiation](https://www.edx.org/course/calculus-1a-differentiation) | 13 weeks | 6-10 hours/week | [pre-calculus](https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/precalculus) -[Calculus 1B: Integration](https://www.edx.org/course/calculus-1b-integration) | 13 weeks | 5-10 hours/week | Calculus 1A -[Calculus 1C: Coordinate Systems & Infinite Series](https://www.edx.org/course/calculus-1c-coordinate-systems-infinite-series) | 6 weeks | 5-10 hours/week | Calculus 1B +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Calculus 1A: Differentiation](https://www.edx.org/course/calculus-1a-differentiation) | 13 weeks | 6-10 hours/week | [pre-calculus](https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/precalculus) | [chat](https://discord.gg/mPCt45F) +[Calculus 1B: Integration](https://www.edx.org/course/calculus-1b-integration) | 13 weeks | 5-10 hours/week | Calculus 1A | [chat](https://discord.gg/sddAsZg) +[Calculus 1C: Coordinate Systems & Infinite Series](https://www.edx.org/course/calculus-1c-coordinate-systems-infinite-series) | 6 weeks | 5-10 hours/week | Calculus 1B | [chat](https://discord.gg/FNEcNNq) #### Linear Algebra -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Essence of Linear Algebra](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZHQObOWTQDPD3MizzM2xVFitgF8hE_ab) | - | - | [pre-calculus](https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/precalculus) -[Linear Algebra](https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/mathematics/18-06sc-linear-algebra-fall-2011/) | 14 weeks | 12 hours/week | Essence of Linear Algebra +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Essence of Linear Algebra](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZHQObOWTQDPD3MizzM2xVFitgF8hE_ab) | - | - | [pre-calculus](https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/precalculus) | [chat](https://discord.gg/m6wHbP6) +[Linear Algebra](https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/mathematics/18-06sc-linear-algebra-fall-2011/) | 14 weeks | 12 hours/week | Essence of Linear Algebra | [chat](https://discord.gg/k7nSWJH) #### Logic -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Introduction to Logic](https://www.coursera.org/learn/logic-introduction) | 10 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | [set theory](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5KkMZvBpo5AH_5GpxMiryJT6Dkj32H6N) +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Introduction to Logic](https://www.coursera.org/learn/logic-introduction) | 10 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | [set theory](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5KkMZvBpo5AH_5GpxMiryJT6Dkj32H6N) | [chat](https://discord.gg/MbM2Gg5) #### Probability -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Probability](https://projects.iq.harvard.edu/stat110/home) | 24 weeks | 12 hours/week | [Multivariable Calculus](https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/mathematics/18-02sc-multivariable-calculus-fall-2010/) +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Probability](https://projects.iq.harvard.edu/stat110/home) | 24 weeks | 12 hours/week | [Multivariable Calculus](https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/mathematics/18-02sc-multivariable-calculus-fall-2010/) | [chat](https://discord.gg/UVjs9BU) ### Core Math In addition to their math elective, students must complete the following course on discrete mathematics. @@ -224,8 +224,8 @@ In addition to their math elective, students must complete the following course `and more` Courses | Duration | Effort | Notes | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Mathematics for Computer Science](https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/electrical-engineering-and-computer-science/6-042j-mathematics-for-computer-science-spring-2015/index.htm) | 13 weeks | 5 hours/week | An alternate version with solutions to the problem sets is [here](https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/electrical-engineering-and-computer-science/6-042j-mathematics-for-computer-science-fall-2005/assignments/). Students struggling can consider the [Discrete Mathematics Specialization](https://www.coursera.org/specializations/discrete-mathematics) first. It is more interactive but less comprehensive, and costs money to unlock full interactivity. | Calculus 1C +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Mathematics for Computer Science](https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/electrical-engineering-and-computer-science/6-042j-mathematics-for-computer-science-spring-2015/index.htm) | 13 weeks | 5 hours/week | An alternate version with solutions to the problem sets is [here](https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/electrical-engineering-and-computer-science/6-042j-mathematics-for-computer-science-fall-2005/assignments/). Students struggling can consider the [Discrete Mathematics Specialization](https://www.coursera.org/specializations/discrete-mathematics) first. It is more interactive but less comprehensive, and costs money to unlock full interactivity. | Calculus 1C | [chat](https://discord.gg/EuTzNbF) ### Core systems @@ -246,12 +246,12 @@ Courses | Duration | Effort | Notes | Prerequisites `and more` Courses | Duration | Effort | Additional Text / Assignments| Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Introduction to Computer Science - CS50](https://www.edx.org/course/introduction-computer-science-harvardx-cs50x#!) ([alt](https://cs50.harvard.edu/)) | 12 weeks | 10-20 hours/week | After the sections on C, skip to the next course. [Why?](FAQ.md#why-do-you-recommend-skipping-the-second-half-of-cs50) | introductory programming -[Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris](https://www.coursera.org/learn/build-a-computer) ([alt](http://www.nand2tetris.org/)) | 6 weeks | 7-13 hours/week | - | C-like programming language -[Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: Nand to Tetris Part II ](https://www.coursera.org/learn/nand2tetris2) | 6 weeks | 12-18 hours/week | - | one of [these programming languages](https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/2046800/35426340-f6ce6358-026a-11e8-8bbb-4e95ac36b1d7.png), From Nand to Tetris Part I -[Introduction to Computer Networking](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEAYkSg4uSQ2dr0XO_Nwa5OcdEcaaELSG)| 8 weeks | 4–12 hours/week | [Assignment 1](https://github.com/PrincetonUniversity/COS461-Public/tree/master/assignments/assignment1)
[Assignment 2](https://www.scs.stanford.edu/10au-cs144/lab/reliable/reliable.html)
[Assignment 3](https://nptel.ac.in/content/storage2/courses/106105080/pdf/M2L7.pdf)
[Assignment 4](http://www-net.cs.umass.edu/wireshark-labs/Wireshark_TCP_v7.0.pdf) | algebra, probability, basic CS -[Operating Systems: Three Easy Pieces](http://pages.cs.wisc.edu/~remzi/Classes/537/Spring2018/) | 10-12 weeks | 6 hours/week | - | algorithms +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Introduction to Computer Science - CS50](https://www.edx.org/course/introduction-computer-science-harvardx-cs50x#!) ([alt](https://cs50.harvard.edu/)) | 12 weeks | 10-20 hours/week | After the sections on C, skip to the next course. [Why?](FAQ.md#why-do-you-recommend-skipping-the-second-half-of-cs50) | introductory programming | [chat](https://discord.gg/NruSj5Q) +[Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris](https://www.coursera.org/learn/build-a-computer) ([alt](http://www.nand2tetris.org/)) | 6 weeks | 7-13 hours/week | - | C-like programming language | [chat](https://discord.gg/vxB2DRV) +[Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: Nand to Tetris Part II ](https://www.coursera.org/learn/nand2tetris2) | 6 weeks | 12-18 hours/week | - | one of [these programming languages](https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/2046800/35426340-f6ce6358-026a-11e8-8bbb-4e95ac36b1d7.png), From Nand to Tetris Part I | [chat](https://discord.gg/AsUXcPu) +[Introduction to Computer Networking](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEAYkSg4uSQ2dr0XO_Nwa5OcdEcaaELSG)| 8 weeks | 4–12 hours/week | [Assignment 1](https://github.com/PrincetonUniversity/COS461-Public/tree/master/assignments/assignment1)
[Assignment 2](https://www.scs.stanford.edu/10au-cs144/lab/reliable/reliable.html)
[Assignment 3](https://nptel.ac.in/content/storage2/courses/106105080/pdf/M2L7.pdf)
[Assignment 4](http://www-net.cs.umass.edu/wireshark-labs/Wireshark_TCP_v7.0.pdf) | algebra, probability, basic CS | [chat](https://discord.gg/MJ9YXyV) +[Operating Systems: Three Easy Pieces](http://pages.cs.wisc.edu/~remzi/Classes/537/Spring2018/) | 10-12 weeks | 6 hours/week | - | algorithms | [chat](https://discord.gg/wZNgpep) ### Core theory @@ -268,12 +268,12 @@ Courses | Duration | Effort | Additional Text / Assignments| Prerequisites `NP-completeness` `and more` -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms](https://www.coursera.org/learn/algorithms-divide-conquer) | 4 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | any programming language, Mathematics for Computer Science -[Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures](https://www.coursera.org/learn/algorithms-graphs-data-structures) | 4 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms -[Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming](https://www.coursera.org/learn/algorithms-greedy) | 4 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures -[Shortest Paths Revisited, NP-Complete Problems and What To Do About Them](https://www.coursera.org/learn/algorithms-npcomplete) | 4 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms](https://www.coursera.org/learn/algorithms-divide-conquer) | 4 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | any programming language, Mathematics for Computer Science | [chat](https://discord.gg/mKRS7tY) +[Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures](https://www.coursera.org/learn/algorithms-graphs-data-structures) | 4 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms | [chat](https://discord.gg/Qstqe4t) +[Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming](https://www.coursera.org/learn/algorithms-greedy) | 4 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures | [chat](https://discord.gg/dWVvjuz) +[Shortest Paths Revisited, NP-Complete Problems and What To Do About Them](https://www.coursera.org/learn/algorithms-npcomplete) | 4 weeks | 4-8 hours/week | Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming | [chat](https://discord.gg/dYuY78u) ### Core Security **Topics covered** @@ -287,17 +287,17 @@ Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites Note: **_These courses are provisionally recommended_**. There is an open [Request For Comment](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/issues/639) on security course selection. Contributors are encouraged to compare the various courses in the RFC and offer feedback. -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Information Security: Context and Introduction](https://www.coursera.org/learn/information-security-data) | 5 weeks | 3 hours/week | - -[Principles of Secure Coding](https://www.coursera.org/learn/secure-coding-principles)| 4 weeks | 4 hours/week | - -[Identifying Security Vulnerabilities](https://www.coursera.org/learn/identifying-security-vulnerabilities) | 4 weeks | 4 hours/week | - +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Information Security: Context and Introduction](https://www.coursera.org/learn/information-security-data) | 5 weeks | 3 hours/week | - | [chat](https://discord.gg/8h6Rz8g) +[Principles of Secure Coding](https://www.coursera.org/learn/secure-coding-principles)| 4 weeks | 4 hours/week | - | [chat](https://discord.gg/5gMdeSK) +[Identifying Security Vulnerabilities](https://www.coursera.org/learn/identifying-security-vulnerabilities) | 4 weeks | 4 hours/week | - | [chat](https://discord.gg/V78MjUS) Choose **one** of the following: -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Identifying Security Vulnerabilities in C/C++Programming](https://www.coursera.org/learn/identifying-security-vulnerabilities-c-programming) | 4 weeks | 5 hours/week | - -[Exploiting and Securing Vulnerabilities in Java Applications](https://www.coursera.org/learn/exploiting-securing-vulnerabilities-java-applications) | 4 weeks | 5 hours/week | - +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Identifying Security Vulnerabilities in C/C++Programming](https://www.coursera.org/learn/identifying-security-vulnerabilities-c-programming) | 4 weeks | 5 hours/week | - | [chat](https://discord.gg/Vbxce7A) +[Exploiting and Securing Vulnerabilities in Java Applications](https://www.coursera.org/learn/exploiting-securing-vulnerabilities-java-applications) | 4 weeks | 5 hours/week | - | [chat](https://discord.gg/QxC22rR) ### Core applications @@ -316,15 +316,15 @@ Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites `raytracing` `and more` -Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites -:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: -[Relational Databases and SQL](https://www.edx.org/course/databases-5-sql)| 2 weeks | 10 hours/week | core programming -[Databases: Modeling and Theory](https://www.edx.org/course/modeling-and-theory)| 2 weeks | 10 hours/week | [Relational Databases and SQL](https://www.edx.org/course/databases-5-sql) -[Databases: Semistructured Data](https://www.edx.org/course/semistructured-data)| 2 weeks | 10 hours/week | core programming -[Machine Learning](https://www.coursera.org/learn/machine-learning)| 11 weeks | 4-6 hours/week | linear algebra -[Computer Graphics](https://www.edx.org/course/computer-graphics-uc-san-diegox-cse167x)| 6 weeks | 12 hours/week | C++ or Java, linear algebra -[Software Engineering: Introduction](https://www.edx.org/course/software-engineering-introduction-ubcx-softeng1x) | 6 weeks | 8-10 hours/week | Core Programming, and a [sizable project](FAQ.md#why-require-experience-with-a-sizable-project-before-the-Software-Engineering-courses) -[Software Development Capstone Project](https://www.edx.org/course/software-development-capstone-project-ubcx-softengprjx) | 6-7 weeks | 8-10 hours/week | Software Engineering: Introduction +Courses | Duration | Effort | Prerequisites | Discussion +:-- | :--: | :--: | :--: | :--: +[Relational Databases and SQL](https://www.edx.org/course/databases-5-sql)| 2 weeks | 10 hours/week | core programming | [chat](https://discord.gg/P8SPPyF) +[Databases: Modeling and Theory](https://www.edx.org/course/modeling-and-theory)| 2 weeks | 10 hours/week | [Relational Databases and SQL](https://www.edx.org/course/databases-5-sql) | [chat](https://discord.gg/pMFqNf4) +[Databases: Semistructured Data](https://www.edx.org/course/semistructured-data)| 2 weeks | 10 hours/week | core programming | [chat](https://discord.gg/duCJ3GN) +[Machine Learning](https://www.coursera.org/learn/machine-learning)| 11 weeks | 4-6 hours/week | linear algebra | [chat](https://discord.gg/NcXHDjy) +[Computer Graphics](https://www.edx.org/course/computer-graphics-uc-san-diegox-cse167x)| 6 weeks | 12 hours/week | C++ or Java, linear algebra | [chat](https://discord.gg/68WqMNV) +[Software Engineering: Introduction](https://www.edx.org/course/software-engineering-introduction-ubcx-softeng1x) | 6 weeks | 8-10 hours/week | Core Programming, and a [sizable project](FAQ.md#why-require-experience-with-a-sizable-project-before-the-Software-Engineering-courses) | [chat](https://discord.gg/5Qtcwtz) +[Software Development Capstone Project](https://www.edx.org/course/software-development-capstone-project-ubcx-softengprjx) | 6-7 weeks | 8-10 hours/week | Software Engineering: Introduction | [chat](https://discord.gg/2FAujEZ) ## Advanced CS