Python

Description

Ever wonder how YouTube, Google, or Instagram were created? Python. This versatile and widely used programming language is a great next step for experienced programmers. It also offers a “on-ramp” to middle school students ready to learn to code! Python is a powerful, “typed” language that will allow students to build a series of applications and explore complex graphics, animation, and sound to become a “real world” programmer! Key Skills students will build in class: * Level 1: Learn basic data types, Create variables, Print text * Level 2: How to use conditionals, Write functions, Organize data in lists/dictionaries * Level 3: Create objects, Explore graphics, and Build games with visual components Examples of student projects: interactive mad libs, guessing games, choose your own adventure games, customized screensaver graphics