Writing programs is the process of breaking down problems into individual steps, and translating those steps into the very specific language a computer understands. These instructions are written in a programming language. So, which programming language to pick? While it’s definitely feasible and even common to learn two or more programming languages, it’s still important …
As programming itself has become more popular and integral to our economy, environments and resources to teach it to kids have boomed as well. There are options for teaching kids using games, storytelling, animation, and robotics, among other things. This guide is focused on elementary and middle school students. For older students, who are likely …
So you want to learn Python. Great choice! Even if you have a book or course in mind to help get you started, you may be wondering about the path ahead. Start with learning the ins-and-outs – the basics – of Python. Be ready to get stuck, and don’t be afraid to ask for help. …
Regardless of which computer programming language you choose, you’ll need resources to actually learn to code. As you evaluate your options, remember that, like learning a musical instrument, actual practice is key when you’re learning to code. While you can learn the principles, terminology, caveats, tricks, and pitfalls from listening or reading, to actually improve …