Coding for Beginners By: Dinzei Maureen Marris
Coding for Beginners By: Dinzei Maureen Marris Learning Objectives * Define coding and identify simple examples of code. * Explain why coding is important and identify basic coding concepts. *Create a simple sequence of instructions or a basic coding project. What Is Coding? Coding is the process of writing instructions that tell a computer or digital device what to do. A person who writes code is called a programmer or coder . Child-friendly explanation: Coding is like talking to a computer using instructions that it can understand. Example: START Move forward Turn right Move forward STOP 3. What Is a Computer Program ? A computer program is a set of instructions written to make a computer perform a particular task. Examples: Games Calculator apps Educational apps Websites Animation programmes Mobile applications Robots Banking applications 4. What Is an Algorithm? An algorithm is a step-by-step set of instructions for solving a problem or completing a task. Example:...