Making programs think
So far, your programs run top to bottom, executing every line. But real programs need to make decisions - “if this, then that”. Control flow is what makes programs intelligent!What you’ll learn
If statements
Make decisions based on conditions
Real-world examples
Decision-making is everywhere:- ATM: IF password correct, THEN allow access
- Apps: IF user clicks button, THEN perform action
- Weather app: IF temperature < 0, THEN show snow icon
- Games: IF health = 0, THEN game over
Prerequisites
Before starting this section, make sure you understand:- Variables and data types
- Operators (especially comparison operators)
- Boolean values (True/False)
Control flow is where programming gets fun! You’ll start building programs that can actually make decisions and respond to different situations.
Let’s begin!
Start with the foundation of all program logic: if statements.If statements
Learn to make decisions in code