Download or read book Adventures in Coding written by Eva Holland and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-03-28 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to code the fun way with nine real projects for true beginners Adventures in Coding is written specifically for young people who want to learn how to code, but don't know where to begin. No experience? No problem! This book starts from the very beginning to take you from newbie to app-builder in no time. You'll 'learn by doing' as you build projects designed to help you master fundamental programming skills—and you'll have a great time doing it. These skills form the foundation of any programmer's tool set, and you'll continue to use them as you graduate to other devices and more difficult projects. Each chapter includes a video to help clear up any confusion and make sure you really understand, so you can keep programming your way through every single project without hitting major roadblocks. If you're ready to start designing your own program, this book will help you get started today. More and more kids are learning to code, and many schools offer basic programming classes as part of the regular curriculum. This book is structured like a class, starting with the basics and building skill upon skill, making it both a perfect accompaniment to formal instruction and an ideal guide for self-study. Learn the basic programming skills you'll use everywhere Build nine fun projects from super-basic to pretty challenging Build the skills you need to create bigger and better apps Watch video tutorials for extra help and explanations How many times have you played with an app only to find yourself wishing it had this or that feature? If you learn how to code, you can be the creator of the next big app! But it all starts with that first small project. Adventures in Coding provides all the information you need, so let's get coding!
Download or read book Hello Ruby Adventures in Coding written by Linda Liukas and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hello Ruby is the world's most whimsical way to learn about computers, programming and technology. Includes activities for all future coders.
Download or read book Hello Ruby Journey Inside the Computer written by Linda Liukas and published by Feiwel & Friends. This book was released on 2017-10-03 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What exactly is a computer? How does it work? What is it made of? Learn all this and more with Ruby! In Ruby's world anything is possible if you put your mind to it—even fixing her father's broken computer! Join Ruby and her new friend, Mouse, on an imaginative journey through the insides of a computer in search of the missing Cursor. From bits and logic gates to computer hardware, in Journey Inside the Computer, Ruby (and her readers!) will learn the basic elements of the machines that power our world. Then future kid coders can put their knowledge and imaginations to work with fun activities. Praise for Linda Liukas and the Hello Ruby series: "[Linda Liukas] wants kids to understand and embrace basic computer logic, so that they later formulate code in the same effortless and creative way they build structures with LEGO." —The Wall Street Journal "Hello Ruby by Linda Liukas is half picture book and half activity book rolled into one adorable package. What I love about it is that it introduces programming without requiring a computer at all." —GeekMom.com
Download or read book Hello Ruby Expedition to the Internet written by Linda Liukas and published by Feiwel & Friends. This book was released on 2018-10-09 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome back to the world's most whimsical way to learn about technology and coding in Hello Ruby: Expedition to the Internet, as Linda Liukas, a programming superstar, teaches kids all about the internet through storytelling and imaginative activities. What exactly is the Internet? Is it a cloud? A network of wires? How does the information travel online? Learn all this and more with Ruby! In Ruby’s world anything is possible if you put your mind to it—even building the Internet out of snow! But before you can build something, you need to understand what it is and how it works. Join Ruby and her friends in their quest to build the most amazing Snow Internet ever, while learning real life facts along the way. Then, future kid coders can put their knowledge and imaginations to the test with the fun and creative exercises included in the activity book section.
Download or read book Adventures in Python written by Craig Richardson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete beginner's guide to Python, for young people who want to start today Adventures in Python is designed for 11-to 15-year olds who want to teach themselves Python programming, but don't know where to start. Even if you have no programming experience at all, this easy to follow format and clear, simple instruction will get you up and running quickly. The book walks you through nine projects that teach you the fundamentals of programming in general, and Python in particular, gradually building your skills until you have the confidence and ability to tackle your own projects. Video clips accompany each chapter to provide even more detailed explanation of important concepts, so you feel supported every step of the way. Python is one of the top programming languages worldwide, with an install base in the millions. It's a favourite language at Google, YouTube, the BBC, and Spotify, and is the primary programming language for the Raspberry Pi. As an open-source language, Python is freely downloadable, with extensive libraries readily available, making it an ideal entry into programming for the beginner. Adventures in Python helps you get started, giving you the foundation you need to follow your curiosity. Start learning Python at its most basic level Learn where to acquire Python and how to set it up Understand Python syntax and interpretation for module programming Develop the skills that apply to any programming language Python programming skills are invaluable, and developing proficiency gives you a head start in learning other languages like C++, Objective-C, and Java. When learning feels like fun, you won't ever want to stop – so get started today with Adventures in Python.
Download or read book My First Coding Book written by Kiki Prottsman and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-07-04 with total page 23 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teach kids as young as 5 years old the basic programming skills necessary to code, including sequencing and loops, without a computer. It's never too early to learn computer coding. My First Coding Book is a playful introduction to offline coding and programming that will give young children a head start. Filled with puzzles, mazes, and games to teach the basic concepts of sequences, algorithms, and debugging, this book will help children develop critical thinking, logic, and other skills to cement lifelong computer literacy, which is extremely valuable and sought-after in today's world. With its unique approach and colorful and creative imagery, My First Coding Book makes learning and fun one and the same and will have children playing their way to programming proficiency. Supporting STEM education initiatives, computer coding teaches kids how to think creatively, work collaboratively, and reason systematically, and is quickly becoming a necessary and sought-after skill. DK's computer coding books are full of fun exercises with step-by-step guidance, making them the perfect introductory tools for building vital skills in computer programming.
Download or read book Super Scratch Programming Adventure Scratch 3 written by The LEAD Project and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2019-08-27 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comics! Games! Programming! Now updated to cover Scratch 3. Scratch is the wildly popular educational programming language used by millions of first-time learners in classrooms and homes worldwide. By dragging together colorful blocks of code, kids can learn computer programming concepts and make cool games and animations. The latest version, Scratch 3, features an updated interface, new sprites and programming blocks, and extensions that let you program things like the micro:bit. In Super Scratch Programming Adventure!, kids learn programming fundamentals as they make their very own playable video games. They'll create projects inspired by classic arcade games that can be programmed (and played!) in an afternoon. Patient, step-by-step explanations of the code and fun programming challenges will have kids creating their own games in no time. This full-color comic book makes programming concepts like variables, flow control, and subroutines effortless to absorb. Packed with ideas for games that kids will be proud to show off, Super Scratch Programming Adventure! is the perfect first step for the budding programmer. Covers Scratch 3
Download or read book Extreme Programming Adventures in C written by Ron Jeffries and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Apply what you know about extreme programming and object-oriented design to learning C# and the Microsoft® .NET Framework on the fly. Written by a leader in extreme programming, this book covers both high-level concepts and practical coding applications.
Download or read book Super Scratch Programming Adventure Covers Version 2 written by The LEAD Project and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2013-10-13 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scratch is the wildly popular educational programming language used by millions of first-time learners in classrooms and homes worldwide. By dragging together colorful blocks of code, kids can learn computer programming concepts and make cool games and animations. The latest version, Scratch 2, brings the language right into your web browser, with no need to download software. In Super Scratch Programming Adventure!, kids learn programming fundamentals as they make their very own playable video games. They’ll create projects inspired by classic arcade games that can be programmed (and played!) in an afternoon. Patient, step-by-step explanations of the code and fun programming challenges will have kids creating their own games in no time. This full-color comic book makes programming concepts like variables, flow control, and subroutines effortless to absorb. Packed with ideas for games that kids will be proud to show off, Super Scratch Programming Adventure! is the perfect first step for the budding programmer. Now Updated for Scratch 2 The free Super Scratch Educator's Guide provides commentary and advice on the book's games suitable for teachers and parents. For Ages 8 and Up
Download or read book Adventures in Raspberry Pi written by Carrie Anne Philbin and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-02-02 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "9 awesome projects written especially for young people!"
Download or read book Coding for Minecrafters written by Ian Garland and published by Sky Pony. This book was released on 2019-05-28 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to Code while Adventuring through the Overworld! This fun and educational activity book Introduces kids to the world of coding through the Minecraft world they love. Colorfully illustrated characters and themes from their favorite video game bring the excitement of coding to life, while easy-to-follow screenshots guide them through activities. With adventures that include design, music, animation, gaming, and more, learners will discover tons of ways coding connects to other activities they love and how far a little imagination and invention can take them…to The End and beyond! Minecrafting-themed characters help kids become master coders Kid-friendly concepts and steps designed specifically for ages 8-12 Great games, mods, experiments, and more teach computational thinking—how to tackle large problems by breaking them down into a sequence of smaller, more manageable problems Whether brand-new to coding or looking for more hands-on learning, Coding for Minecrafters helps young coders advance in technology education by leaps and bounds—and have fun doing it!
Download or read book Hello Ruby Adventures in Coding written by Linda Liukas and published by Feiwel & Friends. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Hello Ruby is half picture book and half activity book rolled into one adorable package. It introduces programming without requiring a computer at all. The point of the book isn’t to teach you a programming language, but programming concepts." --GeekMom.com Meet Ruby—a small girl with a huge imagination, and the determination to solve any puzzle. As Ruby stomps around her world making new friends, including the Wise Snow Leopard, the Friendly Foxes, and the Messy Robots, kids will be introduced to the fundamentals of computational thinking, like how to break big problems into small ones, create step-by-step plans, look for patterns and think outside the box through storytelling. Then, these basic concepts at the core of coding and programming will be reinforced through fun playful exercises and activities that encourage exploration and creativity. In Ruby's world anything is possible if you put your mind to it.
Download or read book Adventures in Coding written by Eva Holland and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-03-03 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to code the fun way with nine real projects for true beginners Adventures in Coding is written specifically for young people who want to learn how to code, but don't know where to begin. No experience? No problem! This book starts from the very beginning to take you from newbie to app-builder in no time. You'll 'learn by doing' as you build projects designed to help you master fundamental programming skills—and you'll have a great time doing it. These skills form the foundation of any programmer's tool set, and you'll continue to use them as you graduate to other devices and more difficult projects. Each chapter includes a video to help clear up any confusion and make sure you really understand, so you can keep programming your way through every single project without hitting major roadblocks. If you're ready to start designing your own program, this book will help you get started today. More and more kids are learning to code, and many schools offer basic programming classes as part of the regular curriculum. This book is structured like a class, starting with the basics and building skill upon skill, making it both a perfect accompaniment to formal instruction and an ideal guide for self-study. Learn the basic programming skills you'll use everywhere Build nine fun projects from super-basic to pretty challenging Build the skills you need to create bigger and better apps Watch video tutorials for extra help and explanations How many times have you played with an app only to find yourself wishing it had this or that feature? If you learn how to code, you can be the creator of the next big app! But it all starts with that first small project. Adventures in Coding provides all the information you need, so let's get coding!
Download or read book Coding for Minecrafters written by Ian Garland and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2019-05-21 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to Code while Adventuring through the Overworld! This fun and educational activity book Introduces kids to the world of coding through the Minecraft world they love. Colorfully illustrated characters and themes from their favorite video game bring the excitement of coding to life, while easy-to-follow screenshots guide them through activities. With adventures that include design, music, animation, gaming, and more, learners will discover tons of ways coding connects to other activities they love and how far a little imagination and invention can take them…to The End and beyond! Minecrafting-themed characters help kids become master coders Kid-friendly concepts and steps designed specifically for ages 8-12 Great games, mods, experiments, and more teach computational thinking—how to tackle large problems by breaking them down into a sequence of smaller, more manageable problems Whether brand-new to coding or looking for more hands-on learning, Coding for Minecrafters helps young coders advance in technology education by leaps and bounds—and have fun doing it!
Download or read book Adventures in Python written by Craig Richardson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-01-29 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete beginner's guide to Python, for young people whowant to start today Adventures in Python is designed for 11-to 15-year oldswho want to teach themselves Python programming, but don't knowwhere to start. Even if you have no programming experience at all,this easy to follow format and clear, simple instruction will getyou up and running quickly. The book walks you through nineprojects that teach you the fundamentals of programming in general,and Python in particular, gradually building your skills until youhave the confidence and ability to tackle your own projects. Videoclips accompany each chapter to provide even more detailedexplanation of important concepts, so you feel supported every stepof the way. Python is one of the top programming languages worldwide, withan install base in the millions. It's a favourite language atGoogle, YouTube, the BBC, and Spotify, and is the primaryprogramming language for the Raspberry Pi. As an open-sourcelanguage, Python is freely downloadable, with extensive librariesreadily available, making it an ideal entry into programming forthe beginner. Adventures in Python helps you get started,giving you the foundation you need to follow your curiosity. Start learning Python at its most basic level Learn where to acquire Python and how to set it up Understand Python syntax and interpretation for moduleprogramming Develop the skills that apply to any programming language Python programming skills are invaluable, and developingproficiency gives you a head start in learning other languages likeC++, Objective-C, and Java. When learning feels like fun, you won'tever want to stop – so get started today with Adventuresin Python.
Download or read book Disney Coding Adventures written by Allyssa Loya and published by Lerner Publications. This book was released on 2018 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A simple, low-level, unplugged introduction to coding designed for young readers not yet ready for coding on computers. Beloved Disney characters draw in readers new to coding concepts"--
Download or read book Coding for Kids written by Stephen J. Wolf and published by Stephen J. Wolf. This book was released on 2018-05-12 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn JavaScript JavaScript is the brains behind the internet, updating websites, running games, and so much more. This book teaches you the basics of coding in JavaScript by creating The Room Adventure. The Room Adventure Game The game starts as a text-based adventure, going from room to room in a house you create. You find items and use them to fix broken things in other rooms. Once the game structure is set, you can convert your game into HTML, adding colors, images, and you can travel through your house using buttons instead of typing! You can easily share your creations with friends and family! This Book The focus of the book is to teach you standard coding concepts that stretch to any programming language. So even if you switch to another language later, the lessons you learn in this book will benefit you. We talk about about proper syntax for JavaScript, variable types, computer decision-making, loops, functions, and so much more. In order to code, you only need simple text files. To test your code, you need access to an internet browser, but you don't need internet access. Chapter 1 covers the setup you need to get started. This book is written by a middle school science teacher with over 17 years of experience working with kids. The format of the book is a step-by-step guide through the process with repetition and contains all the code available in the back of the book. A short reference guide is also included, as well as additional add-on features for the game on an exclusive website. Start Your Adventure Today! Chapter Breakdown Chapter 1 introduces you to the book itself and gets you set up and ready to code. Chapter 2 gets your house set up where you can travel from room to room. Chapter 3 completes the main game, letting the player fix things around the house and earn points. Chapter 4 adjusts your game so we can add more features. Chapter 5 has a bunch of new optional features you can add to your game, including randomizing where things are found. Chapter 6 walks you through converting your game to HTML and styling it with CSS. Chapter 7 are some final thoughts on the project, including how to convert your Room Adventure into a Fantasy Quest. Chapter 8 is a condensed JavaScript crash course and a quick reference syntax guide, helpful for all your future coding adventures. Chapter 9 has all the game code for the text version of the game completed in chapter 3 and for the fully featured HTML version. Also available from Stephen J. Wolf Red Jade Fantasy Series Journeys in Kallisor The Shattered Shards The Assembly The Forgotten Tribe Delminor's Trials: A Prequel Garinor's Adventure A Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Novel Pre-selected paths The Castle Path The Labyrinth Path The Prince Path The Stone Path Coding for Kids Learn JavaScript: Build the Room Adventure Game Learn JavaScript: Build Mini Apps (Forthcoming) A Shocking Journey Learn about electricity and magnetism through analogies.
