Introduction to Computational Media with Dan O'Sullivan
What can computation add to human communication? Creating computer applications, instead of just
using them, will give you a deeper understanding of the essential possibilities of computation. This
requires that you learn to program the computer. The first few weeks of this course focus on four
very basic programming concepts, if statements, repeat loops, variables and routines. The Java-
based 'Processing' graphical programming environment is the primary vehicle for the class. Another
programming language and environment will also be introduced very quickly to show the generality of
these programming concepts using a different environment and syntax. Weekly assignments are
required through most of the semester. The end of the semester is spent developing an idea for a
final project and implementing it using computer programming.
Processing Stage Three