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Computers cannot understand human languages such as English. Instead they follow instructions written in special codes. Computer programmers use these codes to design video games and computer programs. How does computer coding work? Read this book to find out.
"This title shows young tech buffs and casual tech users alike that coding is doable and fun for everyone. Even the youngest computer users can get in on the fun of learning about coding!"--...
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xii, 370 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
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Offers a practical guide to computer programming geared towards readers who are helping younger learners start coding, providing tips on choosing a coding language, adding sound and graphics, developing a webpage, and building electronics.
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"From sending messages to creating music, computers are used in many ways. Through fun activities, simple graphics, and clear text, this book shows readers not only what computers are used for but how these different applications work. Readers will also be reminded about responsible and safe ways to use computers."--
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112 pages : color illustrations; 24 cm
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Meet Ruby--a small girl with a huge imagination. In Ruby's world, anything is possible if you set your mind to it. As Ruby embarks on her adventure, kids will be introduced through storytelling to the basic concepts of coding. With activities included in every chapter, future kid coders will be thrilled to put their own imaginations to work.
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Some terms relating to digital technology are bandied about often, but it may not be clear what they actually mean. Data and memory are two of the key terms many people interested in the latest computer or smartphone might discuss. This comprehensible book for the young tech expert explains not only these terms but also about bits, bytes, and variables.
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436 pages ; 25 cm
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"From acclaimed tech writer Clive Thompson, a brilliant and immersive anthropological reckoning with the most powerful tribe in the world today, computer programmers - where they come from, how they think, what makes for greatness in their world, and what should give us pause"--
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Algo-what? "Algorithm" might be an intimidating word, but its meaning is pretty simple. An algorithm is a set of instructions. Future programmers will learn the difference between a good algorithm and a bad one through clear, accessible examples in this inviting introduction to coding concepts. They'll also learn how algorithms are behind many of the things they do on the internet, from searching for information to making video calls. Finally, they'll...
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viii, 157 pages : illustrations, charts ; 24 cm
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Coding and computational thinking (the ability to think like a computer) are among the skills that will serve students well in the future. Coding goes beyond websites and software -- it's an essential component in finding solutions to everyday problems. Computational thinking has many applications beyond the computer lab or math class -- it teaches reasoning, creativity and expression, and is an innovative way to demonstrate content knowledge and...
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Secret coders volume 2
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94 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 22 cm.
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"There's something lurking beneath the surface of Stately Academyliterally. In a secret underground classroom Hopper, Eni, and Josh discover that the campus was once home to the Bee School, an institute where teachers, students, and robots worked together to unravel the mysteries of coding. Hopper and her friends are eager to follow in this tradition and become top-rate coders. But why are Principal Dean and the rugby team suddenly so interested in...
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xx, 265 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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"A beginner-friendly collection of electronics projects for Raspberry Pi, suited for kids, parents, educators, and hobbyists. Each project provides step-by-step instructions, full-color photos and circuit diagrams, and the complete code"--
16) Debugging code
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Bugs are mistakes in code. A bug can make a program work incorrectly or even crash a computer. So, debugging code is one of the most important tasks that programmers have to tackle!
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"By day, Mel Strickland is an underemployed help-desk tech at a startup incubator, Hatch, where she helps entitled brogrammers who can't even fix their own laptops, but are apparently the next wave of startup geniuses. By night, she goes on bad dates with misbehaving dudes she's matched with on the ubiquitous dating app Fluttr. After one inappropriate pic too many, Mel has had it. Using her coding skills, she designs an app of her own, one that allows...
19) Algorithms
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24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
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"While most grade-schoolers can easily swipe a screen or click a mouse, many young people do not understand the internal principles of how a computer actually works. In this engaging and accessible series, readers will be introduced to a range of essential computer science-related concepts. This title provides readers with a simple overview of the topic, defining new terms and providing practical, real-life applications. Featuring full-color photos,...
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