Strutz N: Intro to Coding Summerville
Intro to Coding
Grades: 9-12
Age 14 and above, no exceptions.
We highly recommend that students joining this class are at least 15 years old, or have some strong previous computing experience.
Monthly cost: $30
Materials fee: $15
Requirements: A laptop computer with the ability to install programs. Please use Windows (preferred), or a Mac (only if necessary), or a powerful Intel-based i3/i5/i7+ Chromebook capable of installing Linux.
Course Description: Intended for students who have solid familiarity with computers and an interest in learning how they work, this class will teach basic programming and software development skills through JavaScript as we discover the rewarding and challenging world of coding. We will dive deep into how computers and programs work, learn to code a web site, and use industry-standard tools on the way. We also work on our typing skills throughout the year, which is helpful for nearly every class and employer through life.
Nathan is a 20+ year software industry veteran, having built successful web applications for Boeing, Disney, Wyndham, and countless others, spoken at conferences, and currently leads software products in Boeing’s IT department.
