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Computer Coding Python Games for Kids

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Computer Coding Python Games for Kids by Carol Vorderman introduces children to the world of programming through fun and engaging game projects. The book provides step-by-step guidance for writing code in Python, helping young readers learn how to create their own games. With simple instructions and colourful illustrations, it's designed to make coding accessible and enjoyable for kids.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you are a curious young mind eager to dive into the exciting world of coding through Python. It is perfect for kids interested in learning programming by crafting their own games, with engaging exercises that make coding both educational and fun.

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Learn how to make your own games using the UK's No 1 coding language, Python.

Build and play your own computer games, from creative quizzes to perplexing puzzles, by coding them in the Python programming language!

Whether you're a seasoned programmer or a beginner hoping to learn Python, you'll find Computer Coding Python Games for Kids fun to read and easy to follow. Each chapter shows you how to construct a complete working game in simple numbered steps. Using freely available resources such as Pygame, Pygame Zero, and a downloadable pack of images and sounds, you can add animations, music, scrolling backgrounds, scenery, and other exciting professional touches.

After building the game, find out how to adapt it to create your own personalised version with secret hacks and cheat codes!

You'll master the key concepts that programmers need to write code—not just in Python, but in all programming languages. Find out what bugs, loops, flags, strings, and turtles are. Learn how to plan and design the ultimate game, and then play it to destruction as you test and debug it.

Before you know it, you'll be a coding genius!

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241317792

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 July 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 204.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 730g

Pages: 224

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