Problem Solving and Python
Programming
Introduction for 1st Year Students
Introduction to Problem Solving
• • Problem solving is the process of finding
solutions to difficult or complex issues
• • In programming, it involves breaking down
problems into smaller, manageable parts
• • Requires logical thinking, creativity, and
structured approach
• • Foundation skill for learning programming
languages
Steps in Problem Solving
• 1. Understand the problem
• 2. Analyze the requirements
• 3. Develop an algorithm
• 4. Write pseudocode or flowchart
• 5. Implement the solution in a programming
language
• 6. Test and debug
• 7. Refine and optimize
Role of Algorithms
• • Algorithm: A step-by-step procedure to solve
a problem
• • Essential for designing efficient programs
• • Examples: Searching algorithms, Sorting
algorithms
• • Basis for writing code in Python or any other
language
Introduction to Python
Programming
• • Python is a high-level, interpreted
programming language
• • Known for simplicity and readability
• • Supports multiple paradigms: Procedural,
Object-Oriented, Functional
• • Widely used in academics, research, and
industry
Python Basics
• • Variables and Data Types
• • Operators and Expressions
• • Conditional Statements (if-else)
• • Loops (for, while)
• • Functions and Modules
Applications of Python
• • Web Development (Django, Flask)
• • Data Science and Machine Learning (Pandas,
NumPy, TensorFlow)
• • Automation and Scripting
• • Game Development
• • Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking
• • Internet of Things (IoT)
Conclusion
• • Problem solving is the foundation of
programming
• • Algorithms help in structured thinking
• • Python is an ideal language for beginners
due to its simplicity
• • Mastering problem solving with Python
builds strong programming skills
