Video: The First Programming Languages

From Binary to Python - The Story of Programming Languages

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Have you ever wondered what the very first computer programs looked like? How did programmers "talk" to computers before languages like Python, Java, or C++ existed?

This week, we'll answer those questions by exploring the fascinating history of programming languages. Our main resource will be the video below, which masterfully explains the journey from punching in ones and zeros by hand to the sophisticated tools we have today. You'll learn about the pioneers, like Dr. Grace Hopper, and the groundbreaking inventions, like the compiler, that made software development accessible to the world.

Your Task:

1. Watch the video: "The First Programming Languages" by Crash Course.
2. As you watch, consider this question: What was the most significant leap forward in the evolution of programming languages and why?