Royal Institution Masterclasses in Computer Science: Year 10, 2021

Week 1, 5 June: Introduction and History of Computer Science

Today is a session of several parts. Following on from an introduction from our programme lead Isaac Dunn, we will be attending a lecture with Professor Alex Rogers on the history of computing.

Have you already filled out the pre-programme evaluation form?

If not, please pop back over to the introduction page. It won't take you long.

Who will I meet during today's sessions?

The academic sessions will be led by Isaac Dunn and Professor Alex Rogers. From the Computer Science staff side we have Suzanna Marsh and Kathrin Gowers. We also have two student ambassadors: Ned and Hsin-Lei. We've put together a page where you can find out more about some of the people you will meet regularly during the RIMC programme.

History of Computer Science

When you are instructed to do so, please watch the video which will appear below in due course. (Please don't jump ahead.)

Whilst you're watching you will need a number of files:

• First Computer Program
• The Analytical Engine
• Deriving Bernoulli Numbers
• Completed Program

Later in this session, we'll be using replit.com to do some coding. You will need to head on over to this page when you are asked to do so.

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