Absolute beginner’s guide to programming and computers

Programming and app development for the complete newbie – Learn how to program and use programming creatively.

What you’ll learn

Programming basics – what’s a program and how to write one. We’ll cover basics of software development and most important programming topics.
Using documentation and developer resources to develop programming skills on your own – you’ll know where to look for solutions and how to learn any technology.
Using programming creatively in conjunction with user experience design and web design – basics of how to create a simple website (HTML, CSS and JavaScript)
Fundamentals of C#, C++, JavaScript and Assembly programming languages (and programming languages in general) and how they work.
Computer architecture basics – what makes a desktop computer and how its physical components allow the apps to run.
Navigating your way through an operating system – what are files, programs, processes, the console. You’ll understand how a computer works and how apps are built.

No programming or tech knowledge is required.
Basic, elementary school math: counting, basic algebra (addition, multiplication etc.) and basic logic.
A computer with a Windows 10 operating system is preferred.

Creative individuals looking to learn the basics of programming and app development
People with no prior experience with either programming or computers who want to broaden their knowledge
Individuals from other disciplines who want to know what software development is about and whether they could be good at it
Anyone looking to “get into” programming