Star Wars Coding Projects - Softcover

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9780241305782: Star Wars Coding Projects

Synopsis

Using characters and scenarios from the film franchise to explain the basics of coding, this illustrated volume introduces Scratch – a programming language designed for beginners. Suitable for those with no prior knowledge, the book guides readers around the Scratch interface, explains how to use images and sounds, and shows with step-by-step instructions how to build six games.

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About the Author

Dr. Jon Woodcock has a degree in Physics from the University of Oxford and a PhD in Computational Astrophysics from the University of London. He started coding at the age of eight and has programmed all kinds of computers, from single-chip microcontrollers to world-class supercomputers. His many projects include giant space simulations, research in high-tech companies, and intelligent robots made from junk. Jon has a passion for science and technology education, giving talks on space and running computer programming clubs in schools. He has worked on numerous science and technology books as a contributor and consultant, including DK's How Cool Stuff Works and Help Your Kids with Computer Coding.

Foreword Writer: Kiki Prottsman is Education Program Manager at Code.org and a former computer science instructor at the University of Oregon. As a champion for responsible computing and equity in both CS employment and education, Kiki works with many organizations to improve the experience of girls and women in STEM. She currently sits on the Advisory Board for Wonder Workshop Robotics, and is a member of the Leadership team for the Oregon Girls Collaborative Project. Kiki is based in Eugene, Oregon.

Review

Learn to code with C-3PO and Darth Vader. This easy guide lets them build their own characters, navigate spaceships through an asteroid belt and go on jet-pack adventures. * Smallish * Star Wars Coding Projects is a fantastic introduction to an increasingly important skill. It's an ideal gift for kids who are new to coding and should set them up with both the knowledge and confidence to create their own games and animations using Scratch. * Diary of the Dad * With the high production values you expect from DK books, tons of lovely artwork, and a whole host of interesting programming projects, it's an instant win. * Read it Daddy * My son loved the projects and immediately book marked a few of the projects to try with his Dad. The book is really well made, he loved the colour coded pages and the progress bar which runs along the top of each page. My son really enjoyed reading this book and was excited to get started. * The Gingerbread House *

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9781465464729: Star Wars Coding Projects: A Step-by-Step Visual Guide to Coding Your Own Animations, Games, Simulations an

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ISBN 10:  1465464727 ISBN 13:  9781465464729
Publisher: DK Children, 2017
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