Essential Resources

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• Read the Syllabus
• See Inkfish for assignments
• Notes and stuff from class are in the [scratch repository]( https://github.com/NatTuck/scratch-2026-01
• Install required software to work on your personal machine

Suggested Resources

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• The Linux Command Line
• Beej’s Guide to C
• OSTEP
• Pointers Tutorial
• LazyVim for Ambitious Developers

Hints

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• College is an excellent time to learn to work with desktop Linux. Installing Linux Mint on a refurbished laptop is recommended. Look for the Thinkpad x13 or t14 (any generation) on Amazon or eBay.