ICS 215: Introduction to Scripting

Description: Introduction to scripting languages for the integration of applications and systems. Scripting in operating systems, web pages, server-side application integration, regular expressions, event handling, input validation, selection, repetition, parameter passing, Perl, JavaScript, and PHP. A-F only. Pre: 211 (or concurrent), or consent. (Once a year)

Objectives

• Use regular expressions to solve different problems.
• Produce robust client and server side scripts in a variety of scripting languages using software engineering techniques such as review and extensive program testing.
• Handle user and system generated events using various scripting languages.
• Validate user input using various scripting languages for security purposes.

Course Learning Outcomes: See objectives.

Program Learning Outcomes

• b. Students can analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution
• c. Students can design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs
• d. Students can function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal
• f. Students can communicate effectively with a range of audiences
• i. Students can use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice

Prerequisites: 211 (or concurrent), or consent.

Textbook(s): none, Class Notes.

Grading: In class quizzes (100%)

Schedule

• Week 1: Introduction, course description and rules
• Weeks 2 - 4: Regular Expressions
• Weeks 5 - 7: JavaScript
• Weeks 8 - 10: PHP
• Weeks 11 - 13: Perl
• Weeks 14 - 16: Python