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Getting Started with Coding

Get Creative with Code!
Series: Dummies Junior
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In Getting Started with Coding, Camille McCue introduces young readers to the basics of coding through simple, engaging projects. The book covers fundamental concepts like loops, functions, and variables, encouraging creativity and logical thinking. It's an excellent guide for beginners eager to dive into the world of programming.
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You might enjoy this book if you're eager to dive into the world of coding with a straightforward, beginner-friendly approach. Perfect for students and anyone keen on understanding the basics of programming, it offers easy-to-follow lessons and activities that make learning to code both engaging and accessible.

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Getting Started with Coding

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Getting Started with Coding by Camille McCue is an introduction to coding for kids, offering the perfect entry point into the world of programming.

Coding know-how is the coolest new tool kids can add to their creativity toolboxes—and all they need to get started is a computer connected to the internet and the lessons in this book. Easy!

The book offers fun step-by-step projects to create games, animations, and other digital toys while teaching a bit about coding along the way. Plus, each project has an end goal to instil confidence and a sense of accomplishment in young coders once the project comes to life.

  • Create simple applications in Scratch to learn how to build things with coding.
  • Experiment with “real” coding using tools built in JavaScript.
  • Utilise free online tools.
  • Share what you build with friends, family, and teachers.

Get creative and get coding!

Series: Dummies Junior

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119641629

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 November 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Camille McCue, PhD, is a STEM educator who loves teaching computer science, math, engineering, and physics to learners ranging from kindergarteners to graduate students. She works for organizations including NASA, PBS, independent schools, and Project Lead The Way.

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