| Topic | Old Syllabus (Pre-2020) | Updated Syllabus (2023-25) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Basic text/binary files | Emphasis on CSV files, with statement, pickle module | | Computer Networks | Detailed OSI model, network devices | Focus on TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, cloud computing (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) | | Database | Basic SQL (DDL, DML) | SQL functions, GROUP BY, JOINs, interfacing SQL with Python | | Python Stack | Functions, recursion | Recursion de-emphasized; Stack using list is mandatory | | Interface Python with SQL | Optional/not present | Mandatory unit (Project based on this) |
Sumita Arora’s hallmark is the section at the end of each chapter. Use a notebook to: | Topic | Old Syllabus (Pre-2020) | Updated
A: Partially. The 2023 edition covers 90% of the syllabus, but the 2024-25 update includes minor changes in the "Data Structure" and "Cyber Ethics" units. Always download the latest printing (check copyright page for "First Edition 2024"). Always download the latest printing (check copyright page
Platforms like KopyKitab sell DRM-protected PDFs. Ensure the description says "Latest Edition 2024-25" or "Updated Syllabus". network devices | Focus on TCP/IP