This video tutorial introduces the concept of assignment in programming, explaining how it differs from mathematical equality. It covers the rules of assignment, such as the requirement for a variable on the left-hand side, and demonstrates assignment with expressions. The video also explains incrementing and decrementing variables, emphasizing the importance of understanding these operations. The tutorial concludes with a preview of the next video, which will explore puzzles related to the assignment operator.

What is the main purpose of the assignment operator in programming?

Explain the difference between assignment in programming and equality in mathematics.

What happens to the previous value of a variable when a new value is assigned to it?

How does the assignment operation affect the value of the variable on the left-hand side?

Describe how you can increment a variable using the assignment operator.