This MOOC provides you with the foundational skill set required to write computer programs. If you are interested in learning how to write interactive, graphical programs from an introductory level in a real programming language, this is the course for you. You will begin by learning the basics of editing and running programs. Then you will learn how to create 2D graphics using shapes and coordinates. Finally, you will learn how to create interactive graphics that you can control with the mouse. You will even solve a set of interactive puzzles using your coding skills in the Sleuth game which has been created especially for this course. The course uses the Javascript language and the p5.js library.
Introduction to Computer Programming
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Introduction to Computer Programming
This course is part of Introduction to Computer Science and Programming Specialization
Instructors: Dr Edward Anstead
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In this topic, you will be introduced to three key concepts: the toolkit used for developing programs, how to draw using simple shapes and 2D coordinates, and the process of writing and experiencing code. These foundational skills will support your learning as you begin creating your own programs.
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9 videos7 readings2 assignments1 programming assignment4 discussion prompts
In this week’s topic, you will explore three essential concepts that will expand your creative and technical skills in programming with p5.js. You’ll learn how to use a set of 2D drawing functions to create shapes and visual elements, how colours are represented and styled within your programs, and how to effectively debug your code using the console. These skills will help you bring your sketches to life while developing greater confidence in identifying and solving coding issues.
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9 videos5 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts
This week, you'll be introduced to three fundamental programming concepts. You'll learn how to use variables to store and manage data, explore simple forms of user interaction to make your programs more dynamic, and discover techniques for organising your code to make it clearer and easier to maintain. These skills are key to building more interactive and well-structured programs.
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13 videos4 readings5 assignments3 discussion prompts
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good foer beginner who wants to learn java script. But it should be clear that the assignment can be finished during taking the course, not only in week1
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