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FOSDEM PWA

Learn Python programming using Hedy

UD6.205 | Day 2 | 12:30 - 14:00 | Speakers: Amin Rouan Serik

Learn Python programming using Hedy
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Stream opens at 12:30 (Europe/Brussels)

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Abstract

Hedy is a programming language that aims to teach textual programming to kids. Hedy's unique approach involves gradual changes in the syntax of the programming language, so students are not overloaded with information right away. This devroom is aimed at students from 9 to 12 years old, but anyone with a desire to start learning programming (or teaching) with text based language is welcome. You'll need your own laptop (no installs needed, Hedy is webbased) and reading- and basic typing skills (or someone to help you read and type). No prior programming experience is needed. When you have finished all 16 levels of Hedy, you know the basics of Python.

Unless stated otherwise, FOSDEM Junior workshops are intended for children aged 7 to 17. Don't forget to bring your own laptop.

Speakers

Amin Rouan Serik

Final year MSc Physics & Astronomy student, working as Teaching Assistant at the University of Amsterdam and VU Amsterdam. I assist in the teaching of practicals and practical programming courses at the university level. Additionally, I write "adventures" for the higher level Hedy pages. As part of my master's thesis I am applying ML to the creation and generation of gravitational wave models.

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