My 15 year old son want to learn about computer programming. Can anyone recommended a course?
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Sep 2, 2012 @ 22:07
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My 15 year old son want to learn about computer programming. Can anyone recommended a course?
Lasse GustavssonSep 2, 2012 @ 22:07
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Sep 3, 2012 @ 17:28
Migros does some IT courses, may be worth a look.
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Sep 3, 2012 @ 17:48
I recommend starting with the free online Khan Academy Computer Science course (www.khanacademy.com). The computer science section has only just been set up so there are currently around 10-15 lessons but I know that lessons will continue to appear over time.
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I recommend starting with the free online Khan Academy Computer Science course (www.khanacademy.com). The computer science section has only just been set up so there are currently around 10-15 lessons but I know that lessons will continue to appear over time.
Daniel P, Sep 3, 2012 @ 17:48
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Sep 3, 2012 @ 18:57
You mention Java programming in particular, is he interested in mobile apps? Otherwise there are maybe better first language choices and environments. Perhaps Python or Ruby on Rails?
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You mention Java programming in particular, is he interested in mobile apps? Otherwise there are maybe better first language choices and environments. Perhaps Python or Ruby on Rails?
David G, Sep 3, 2012 @ 18:57
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Sep 3, 2012 @ 19:04
I would recommend www.wibit.net, he will learn a lot from here,
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Sep 3, 2012 @ 19:02
does he wants to be a programer or a web designer? As he is 15 I think he likes internet. Easy html would be a good start for him
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does he wants to be a programer or a web designer? As he is 15 I think he likes internet. Easy html would be a good start for him
Carlos Cabrera, Sep 3, 2012 @ 19:02
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Sep 9, 2012 @ 11:41
I have heard good things about Code Academy - http://www.codecademy.com - the focus is on keeping things easy and fun, beginner lessons don't assume any prior knowledge and they get straight into coding without a lot of preamble.
Because everything is done via the webpage there's no configuration required on the learner's part, you can just hop straight in and start coding stuff that works.
It looks like the introductory lessons use javascript, which is as good a place as any to start.
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I have heard good things about Code Academy - http://www.codecademy.com - the focus is on keeping things easy and fun, beginner lessons don't assume any prior knowledge and they get straight into coding without a lot of preamble.
Because everything is done via the webpage there's no configuration required on the learner's part, you can just hop straight in and start coding stuff that works.
It looks like the introductory lessons use javascript, which is as good a place as any to start.
Stephen G, Sep 9, 2012 @ 11:41
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