1. ITM352 Introduction to Applications Programming

2. Welcome to ITM352 Conceptions about ITM352 This course is about
Acquiring basic programming skills in an IT context
Understanding why IT people need basic programming skills and knowledge
Gaining hands-on experience in developing software applications
Experiencing IT problems and solutions
Experiencing project management, working in teams, software engineering issues
Gaining confidence in addressing IT problems

3. Misconceptions about ITM352
Only about programming
You must have a prior programming experience
Doesn't require a serious and sustained time investment
It's hard to get a good grade
The Professor isn't willing to help when you have trouble

4. using PHP… Your Mission…
Your mission (should you decide to accept it) is to analyze, design, and build dynamic web- based applications
using PHP…

5. "Want to play the game, gotta learn the lingo“
This is Education...
Not training, but "to draw out“
Confidence is critical, learning the language is the key
"Want to play the game, gotta learn the lingo“
Problem solving is a skill that you get good at only through practice
We will adjust the course as needed
your full participation is essential
the syllabus is just a roadmap…

6. Class Objectives
Become familiar with basic programming and software engineering concepts.
Note: you must demonstrate by the end of the course that you have acquired rudimentary programming skills to be successful in ITM352
Everyone is capable of doing this no matter what your background is!!!
Learn and utilize a development environment for implementing their assignments and performing lab exercises (e.g. an IDE)

7. Class Objectives (cont.)
Acquire skills and strategies for becoming efficient in all phases of planning, designing, programming, documenting, and testing web- based e-service applications.
Gain hands-on experience with all aspects of introductory level PHP programming.
Provide a basis (skills, knowledge) for ITM 353 and ITM 354

8. Brief Syllabus Basics of programming and PHP
Acquire, install, test: PHP, Apache, NetBeans, …
Code-Test-Debug Cycle
Conditional execution
Flow-control
Data Types (e.g. Strings, Arrays, etc.)
Design and construction of applications
Project management, software information security
Build an original e-commerce application,
Prepare and deliver technical presentations

9. Subject to change!!!! Not-Brief Syllabus See the course website :
In particular, pay attention to the course schedule…
Subject to change!!!!

10. Requirements Textbooks: none! Software: Reasonable laptop to use
But there are tons of online resources
Software:
IDE: NetBeans for PHP
Server-side: XAMPP
Reasonable laptop to use
A tablet will not be adequate
A really old laptop will make you unhappy

11. Assignments Four programming assignments
See class schedule for dates
Work first individually, and later in the semester in groups
Groups will be randomly assigned
Confidential evaluation of team members (including yourself) required for group assignment
To be submitted electronically unless otherwise stated
Assignments culminate in the development of an original, fully functional web application
Teams will present their applications at the end of the semester
Other students will evaluate teams applications and presentations

12. Exams
None!
However there are a series of small (and easy) pre-class “quizzes” that you must do (and do well on)

13. Extra Credit
There will be several opportunities for extra credit throughout the semester
Contributes directly to your final grade

14. Grades See the course web-site for the grade breakdown
Approximate scale:
>= 90% A
>= 80% B
>= 70% C
You all have a chance of getting an "A"
Your progress will be continuously posted on the class web site.
If you are not doing as well as you would like, there are the opportunities for extra credit.

15. Class Slides
PowerPoint slides will be available on class web page prior to the lecture.
These will be an important set of reference materials for you!
Most classes will be “follow along”, or class exercises that follow the class slides.

16. How to do Well in ITM352 Attend class, ask questions
Do all assignments early (especially readings!!!)
Best advice (thanks mom!):
Go to class and pay attention
Always ask questions; explore; play
Try to understand what the instructor wants you to know
Find something interesting about the material
Go above and beyond what is asked for (get creative!)
Always take advantage of "extra credit" opportunities
Have (or fake) confidence, ditch "worry"
And (duh) do what is asked of you

17. Course Policies Lateness Cheating
Programming assignments will not normally be accepted late. Bone-fide emergencies only.
You can not “cram” programming. It NEVER works.
Cheating
On programming assignments: zero on first offence, notice sent to deans office
Second offense (of any kind): "F" in course, action by Dean’s office
Bottom line: don't do it, it's never worth the risk (and there really is never any need)

18. How to Fail ITM352 Some examples of things that will make you sad:
Submitting someone else's work
Copying someone else's program
Collaborating on programming assignments (general discussions on approach not included)
Acquiring sample assignment solutions beforehand
Enabling anyone to do the above
Any form of cheating will not be tolerated
It's simply not worth it.
If you are struggling, I will do my best to help. So will your TA.
I am a "softie" when I see honest effort; I am a "hard head" if I see apathy, irresponsibility, or cheating.

19. How Class Will Work Pre-class readings and exercises
Mandatory! Exercises will cover readings and must be submitted BEFORE class starts (times will be logged)
All submissions are done via Laulima
Short demos, discussions, and "follow along" interspersed with exercises, lab during class and for homework
We may not complete all material in scheduled class time
Whatever is not completed will be covered in the next class session (we go at the natural pace of the class)

20. How Class Will Work (cont.)
In-class discussions
Review of pre-class exercises and business topics
Your interaction is critical, so I will periodically bug you for an answer.
Your answers do not have to be correct, but you need to give a sincere effort and show that you have done the pre-class work.

21. Keep in Mind
The ITMA club, your TA, and I are here to help you succeed in ITM352 (meeting the class objectives)
Please come see me, the TA, or an ITMA club member right away when you need help.
After class (or by appointment)
Phone/Skype
We will make time to help you!!!
We want to see each and everyone of you succeed in ITM352 and to enjoy the experience

22. Final Words… Programming is not a memorization subject.
You must immerse yourself in it until you have absorbed in your mind and gut each fundamental concept.
Practice, practice, practice, is what WORKS
Ask questions and practice until you fully comprehend each concept, then you assuredly will do very well.

23. More Final Words…
You do not have to be a stellar programmer to do well in this course, you just need to be proficient in programming.
ITM352 will take up significantly more time than other classes.
You will be well rewarded for the effort, but you must plan for this effort.

24. Class 2 Bring your laptop to class!
Download the appropriate version of XAMPP and NetBeans (PC, Mac, Linux, etc.) BEFORE class.