Learning Python and computational methods for classical reception studies. October 2025 - May 2027
- Python fundamentals (Python for Everybody)
- Text processing for Latin/Greek texts
- Exploring DH project possibilities in classical studies
- Python for Everybody Weeks 1-2
- Built 5 programs (calculator, temp converter, etc.)
- Set up all documentation systems
- Over 3 hours Python learning with some technical issues along the way
- Conditionals (if/elif/else) and boolean logic
- Functions (def, parameters, return values)
- Built 7 programs including interactive temperature converter
- Built limited working Latin declension analyzer
- Encodes all 5 declensions with 6-case conversion
- Pattern detection (diphthongs, syllables)
- Interactive phrase analysis
- Hours: 5
- Loops (for, while) and iteration patterns
- Advanced string manipulation (slicing, methods)
- Built 7 programs exploring loops and strings
- Built Latin text frequency analyzer
- Processes actual Latin passages
- Counts word frequency
- Identifies most common words
- First tool working with corpus text
- Hours: 6
- Note: Shorter day due to some personal stuff. Excited for tomorrow because lesson 7 promises to bring everything together so far!
-Chapter 7: Files - Complete (reading/writing, file paths, exception handling) -Chapter 8: Lists - Complete (methods, slicing, processing sequences) -Built Latin Vocab Manager with file persistence -Stores vocabulary in text file -Add/view/search functionality -First tool with permanent data storage -Some exercises felt challenging but felt great when solved!
A tool that converts Latin nominative singular nouns/adjectives through all 6 cases across 5 declensions.
Features:
- Full case conversion (nom, gen, dat, acc, abl, voc)
- Declension identification
- Syllable counting
- Pattern detection (diphthongs, geminate consonants)
- Interactive phrase analysis
Tech: Functions, conditionals, string slicing, nested functions
Known Limitations:
- Only handles nominative singular input
- 3rd declension irregulars return placeholder text
- No plural support yet
- Masculine/feminine 4th declension not distinguished
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Last updated: October 20, 2025