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Course presentation
In this course you will learn two very important programming paradigmns: functional programming and concurrent programming. There will be quite alot of programming during the course so be prepared to spend time infront of the computer.
You will create the image to the left by tracing some milljon light rays as they bounce around in a room. Sounds complicated but using some vector arithmetic it's easier than one might think.
Headings denoted with an asterisk ( * ) is retrieved from the course syllabus version Spring 2021
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
The course goes through partly the programming techniques that are used in functional programming languages, partly how programmes can be divided into several executing threads and how these can be coordinated. Examples of programming techniques are recursive definitions, non-updateable data structures, functions of higher order and so called “closures”. Coordination of multiple threads is shown, partly through modification of common data structures, partly through message passing between processes.
The course will use a programming language as the main language but also show similarities and differences with other functional languages.
Intended learning outcomes
After passing the course, students should be able to:
use recursion, pattern matching and non-modifiable data structures upon implementation in a functional programming language.
For higher grades, the student should also be able to
use functions as first order objects and work with the functions of higher order
explain the basics of functional programming, its structure and operational semantics
evaluate functions with regard to time complexity
use message based multi-threaded programming.
Learning activities
The course will thnis year consist of a set of pre-recorded lectures. During the scheduled lectures we will have a zoom meeting where questions related to the lecture can be asked.
We will also have a zoom meeting every week where you can get some help on the assignments that you are given throughout the corse. We will also have five seminar sessions, also over zoom, where we will discuss problems and solutions to larger assignments.
Preparations before course start
Literature
Throughout the course we will use documentation and manuals available online.
For those who prefere a physical book we can recommend:
You will need a computer where you can install some programming environment. You can survive using the computers available at the school but everything is simpler if you have your own computer.
Software
We will use the programming language Elixir in the course. You will find everything you need at the home page of the language:
By intslling Elixir you will be able to compile and run elixir programs. You will also need a text editor and you can choose one that you're familiar with from previous courses. Make sure that the editor can format elixir code in a way that makes int easier to program.
Support for students with disabilities
Students at KTH with a permanent disability can get support during studies from Funka:
Please inform the course coordinator if you need compensatory support during the course. Present a certificate from Funka.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
TEN2 - Examination, 7.5 credits, Grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
The section below is not retrieved from the course syllabus:
Examination ( TEN2 )
The exam will be in Canvas.
Ethical approach
All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.