About Course
This introductory coding course is designed for beginners looking to develop a foundational understanding of programming, an essential skill in today’s tech-driven world. Participants will gain hands-on experience in coding, problem-solving, and logical thinking. The course focuses on building a strong base in coding concepts that can be applied to any programming language, preparing learners for future skills in technology and problem-solving.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the basics of programming and its applications
- Write simple code to solve real-world problems
- Grasp core coding concepts like variables, conditionals, loops, and functions
- Develop logical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Gain confidence to continue learning in specific programming languages or fields
Target Audience
- Students, young professionals, or anyone curious about coding
- Individuals interested in a career pivot or adding coding skills to their resume
- Beginners with no prior experience in programming who want to gain essential skills for tomorrow’s tech-based careers
Week 1: Introduction to Coding and
Computational Thinking
- Session 1: Why Learn Coding? An Overview of Applications
- The role of coding in today’s world
- Different fields where coding is essential (e.g., web development, AI, data science)
- How coding builds transferable skills for any career
- Session 2: Computational Thinking and Problem-Solving
- Introduction to algorithms and flowcharts
- Breaking down problems into steps
- Practice: Solving simple logical puzzles
Week 2: Getting Started with Code
- Session 3: Coding Environment and First Lines of Code
- Introduction to IDEs (Integrated Development Environments)
- Writing, saving, and running code
- Practice: Writing a basic “Hello, World” program
- Session 4: Understanding Variables and Data Types
- Declaring and using variables
- Exploring data types (strings, numbers, booleans)
- Practice: Basic calculations and data manipulation
Week 3: Conditionals and Control Flow
- Session 5: Decision-Making in Code (Conditionals)
- Introduction to “if”, “else if”, and “else” statements
- Practical applications of conditionals
- Practice: Writing simple decision-based programs
- Session 6: Nested Conditionals and Logical Operators
- Working with multiple conditions
- Understanding “and”, “or”, “not” operators
- Practice: Solving more complex decision-making problems
Week 4: Loops and Iteration
- Session 7: Introduction to Loops
- Basics of “for” and “while” loops
- When to use loops in programs
- Practice: Writing code to repeat tasks
- Session 8: Nested Loops and Practical Applications
- Using loops within loops
- Solving real-world problems with loops
- Practice: Simple pattern generation and iteration exercises
Week 5: Functions and Code Modularity
- Session 9: Understanding Functions and Their Importance
- Basics of defining and calling functions
- Parameters and return values
- Practice: Writing reusable code blocks
- Session 10: Modular Code and Organization
- Splitting code into manageable sections
- Writing clean, well-organized code
- Practice: Refactoring code using functions
Week 6: Introduction to Data Structures
- Session 11: Lists and Arrays
- Basics of lists/arrays for storing data
- Common operations on lists
- Practice: Storing and accessing data with lists
- Session 12: Basic Operations and Use Cases
- Sorting, appending, and manipulating list data
- Simple projects using lists
- Practice: Small data-based programs using lists
Week 7: Mini-Projects and Problem Solving
- Session 13: Working on Mini-Projects
- Selecting a mini-project based on interest
- Step-by-step guidance on structuring the project
- Practice: Writing code for a small program (e.g., calculator, quiz game)
- Session 14: Completing and Refining Projects
- Implementing feedback, improving code
- Adding features and debugging
- Practice: Finalizing project code and sharing with peers
Week 8: Next Steps in Coding
- Session 15: Debugging and Error Handling
- Basics of debugging and fixing errors in code
- Tools and techniques for finding bugs
- Practice: Common error resolution exercises
- Session 16: Preparing for the Future: What’s Next in Coding?
- Overview of languages to learn next (e.g., Python, JavaScript)
- Resources for continued learning (online courses, coding communities)
- Final Q&A and wrap-up discussion
Skills You Will Gain
Fundamentals of programming logic and problem-solving
Proficiency in basic coding concepts like loops, variables, and functions
Hands-on experience with coding languages (Python, Java, or Scratch)
Algorithmic thinking and debugging techniques
Building simple applications and games
Course Offerings
- Instructor Led Live sessions
- Clarify doubts during session
- Access Session Recordings
- Attend on mobile and Tablet
- Assessments and Competition
- Direct Messages
- Feedback from Instructor
- Full lifetime Resources
- Certificate of Completion