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This resource, "The Elements of Computing Systems" (also known as nand2tetris), provides a comprehensive guide and accompanying software tools to learn how a modern computer works from the ground up. It walks learners through building a complete computer system, from basic logic gates to a functional operating system and applications.
Overview
Added
March 17, 2026
Subject & domain
computer-science-fundamentals · compiler-design
Grade range
Grade 9 (Freshman)–Grade 12 (Senior)
Page kind
Course
Introduction
Nand2Tetris Course Overview
- Core Objective: Provides all materials, lectures, and tools to build a general-purpose computer system and software hierarchy from the ground up.
- Target Audience: Students, instructors, and self-learners ranging from high schoolers to senior engineers.
- Course Structure:
- Part I (Hardware): Covers chapters and projects 1–6.
- Part II (Software): Covers chapters and projects 7–12.
- Adoption: Used in over 400 universities, high schools, and bootcamps worldwide.
- Licensing: All materials are free and open-source for non-profit use.
- Resources: Includes an extended syllabus and a CACM article (available in text and video formats).
- Instructor Support: Additional materials are available by contacting nand2tetris@gmail.com.
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