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.
This course is part of the Introduction to Computer Science and Programming Specialization
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Introduction to Computer Science and Programming SpecializationUniversity of LondonAbout this Course
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Learner Career Outcomes
36%
started a new career after completing these courses
26%
got a tangible career benefit from this course
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Course 1 of 3 in the
Beginner Level
Approx. 21 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
Offered by
University of London
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
9 hours to complete
Your development environment
In this topic you will learn about three key concepts:
9 hours to complete
8 videos (Total 43 min), 6 readings, 3 quizzes
4 hours to complete
Drawing in 2D
In this topic you will learn about three key concepts: • Set of 2D drawing functions in p5.js • Colour representation and styles • Debugging with the console
4 hours to complete
7 videos (Total 43 min), 4 readings, 4 quizzes
8 hours to complete
Variables, objects and interaction
In this topic you will learn about three concepts: • Variables and data
8 hours to complete
10 videos (Total 61 min), 4 readings, 4 quizzes
Reviews
TOP REVIEWS FROM INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING
by GTJun 8, 2019
The course is built up well, the steps are easy to follow. Even when there is some research required, the intentional gaps are highly manageable. The gamified deliverables were really fun to do! :-)
by AGJul 19, 2021
It's worth the hard work. I'm insatiable for learning and need more impossible looking projects or games that Coursera designed to help the student really get into the world of computer programming.
by BSFeb 23, 2019
Very challenging (which is good!) But at times.. hard to follow. Definitely establishes the most basic skills that a programmer needs: Patience, Problem-solving, Research, Flexibility, and Flow.
by RPMar 14, 2019
All is fine. But i dont understand, why the vital section of information - "Reading Teach it to yourself" of 3 week, opens only after _optional_ submisson "Hack it: Sunrise. What did you learn"
About the Introduction to Computer Science and Programming Specialization
This specialisation covers topics ranging from basic computing principles to the mathematical foundations required for computer science. You will learn fundamental concepts of how computers work, which can be applied to any software or computer system. You will also gain the practical skillset needed to write interactive, graphical programs at an introductory level. The numerical mathematics component will provide you with numerical and computational tools that are essential for the problem solving and modelling stages of computer science.
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