AP CSP Study Articles

Comprehensive guides and tutorials to help you master AP Computer Science Principles concepts.

code What is AP CSP?

A beginner-friendly overview of the exam structure, timing, and what to expect on test day.

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terminal Programming Basics

Learn the fundamental concepts of programming including variables, loops, and functions.

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memory Binary & Data

Understanding how computers store and process different types of data.

explore data

hub The Internet

Explore how the internet works, from protocols to cybersecurity basics.

get connected

layers Abstraction

Learn about abstraction, a fundamental concept in computer science that helps manage complexity.

learn abstraction

functions Algorithm Complexity

Learn about algorithm complexity, Big O notation, and how to analyze algorithm efficiency.

analyze algorithms

view_list Data Structures

Learn about fundamental data structures including arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, and trees.

explore structures

lock Encryption & Cryptography

Learn about encryption, cryptography, and how to secure data.

secure data

sync_alt Parallel Computing

Learn about parallel computing, concurrency, and distributed systems.

learn parallelism

science Simulation

Learn about computer simulation, modeling, and virtual environments.

simulate systems

developer_mode Software Development

Learn about software development methodologies, version control, and best practices.

develop software

web Web Development

Learn about web development, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern web technologies.

build for web

storage Database Systems

Learn about database systems, SQL, and data management.

explore databases

smart_toy Artificial Intelligence

Learn about artificial intelligence, machine learning, and neural networks.

explore AI

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