{"product_id":"click-connect-compute-the-languages-of-programming-by-dharini-balasubramaniam-9781526328014","title":"Click, Connect, Compute: The Languages of Programming","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComputer language fundamentals, using clear, expert explanations and comic illustrations to spark interest and enthusiasm in the next generation of computer scientists!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Languages of Programming\u003c\/em\u003e looks at the definitions and uses of languages, both natural and constructed. Readers will find out about the elements of a programming language, the best types of language to use at each stage of the software life cycle, and about the tools that help to solve difficult programming problems and complex tasks such as monitoring air traffic. At the end of the book, it fast-forwards to the future of computer science, languages, and robotics, considering what it might mean to live in a 'smarter' world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eClick, Connect, Compute\u003c\/em\u003e series untangles the computer science web and teaches children about the essentials of computer software, hardware, and digital literacy, as well as discussing the ethics surrounding this evolving field. Featuring fun, friendly comic strip illustrations, pioneer bios, and a quiz, this is a perfect read for children aged 8+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten in a clear, thoughtful way by computer science expert, Dr Dharini Balasubramaniam, a strong advocate for ethics and education in her field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is a language? \/ Languages can come naturally ... \/ ... or languages can be constructed \/ Language types for CS \/ Even more languages! \/ It's all syntax and semantics \/ Ways of programming \/ Choose your language \/ Programming is a process \/ Tools to make our work easier \/ Case study: Blocks vs Python \/ The future of programming languages \/ Pioneer portraits \/ Further information \/ Glossary \/ Quiz yourself! \/ Index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooks in the series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Computer Science Essentials \/ Data, Big and Small \/ Smart Machines \/ The Languages of Programming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48010559717612,"sku":"9781526328014","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781526328014-click-connect-compute-the-languages-of-programming.jpg?v=1785151480","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/click-connect-compute-the-languages-of-programming-by-dharini-balasubramaniam-9781526328014","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}