Design with Python

Python

Ages: 10-15*

Course 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! With user-friendly interfaces and syntax, Python is a powerful, “typed” language that will allow students to build a series of applications and games. They will explore more complex graphics, animation, and sound, and 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, Build games with visual components

Examples of student projects:

interactive mad libs, guessing games, choose your own adventure games, customized screensaver graphics