Do we need to know programming to join this MOOC course? Any eligibility criteria? I'm 17, high-school graduate and I don't know programming.

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anonymous · Answer

@ganeshie8

anonymous · Answer

@walne

turingtest · Answer

no, it is beginner level python. No prerequisites are supposed to be necessary aside from high school algebra.

anonymous · Answer

ya there is no kind of criteria..it is very easy infact..just try..you will defnitely understand

anonymous · Answer

I'm applying as a freshman at MIT for fall 2013...Can I go with this course?

turingtest · Answer

it won't hurt, but it won't get you admitted

anonymous · Answer

Okay..Yea I know it won't get me admitted. I thought may be I shouldn't apply to this course if I do that..Thanks everybody!!!

turingtest · Answer

you can always drop MOOC if you find it distracting. I'd say give it a shot if you're curious, you can always change your mind.

anonymous · Answer

Yes..I'll try it.

anonymous · Answer

There will be plenty of people in here that can help you through it.  I'm a retired programmer without Python experience just looking for an easy introduction to MOOC courseware.  I'd guess there are other experienced programmer here also.

anonymous · Answer

Go for it! This starts from the beginning and there will be lots of online support available.