Code 101: Workshop

Beginning Software Development

Saturday, 14 October, 2023 • The Innovation Room at Strathvale • 10am - 6pm 

Thinking about a new career in software development? Start here! In this workshop, you'll get a taste of a day in the life of a software developer.
Code 101 is about learning what it looks like to be a software developer through an immersive course for beginners that focuses on front-end web development technologies.  Learn about the basics of software development, get a taste of the Code Fellows learning experience, find out how websites are built, and code a webpage yourself using professional coding practices. 

Please note space is limited. RSVP below. 

Course Details

• Ages: 18+
• Length: 8 hours 
• Tuition: CI $99 Need-based Scholarships Available
• Class Size: Limited to 16 participants 
  
• Taught: Live remote instruction by Code Fellows with in-person instructors from Maples Group
• Classroom Location: 90 North Church Street, Strathvale House, Ground Floor "The Innovation Room"
• You'll Need: A laptop computer and mobile device
• Lunch and refreshments will be provided 
• Programme Partners: Maples Group, Code Fellows, Cayman Enterprise City (CEC) and Enterprise Cayman

Outcomes
In this workshop, you will:

• Understand the basics of what it means to be a professional software developer.
• Understand how HTML and CSS work together to create the modern web.
• Create a complete website.
• Know how to deploy your website and be able to share your accomplishments with friends and family.
• Be able to identify whether a career in coding and the Code Fellows program is right for you.

Prerequisites

• General familiarity with using a computer.
• Comfort with web applications like Facebook, Google Docs, or Outlook.
• Recommended typing speed of at least 30 words per minute.

Topics

• The Modern Web
  How the pieces work together.
• HTML
  Structuring your information.
  Connecting web pages.
  Sharing your web site.
• CSS
  Integrating style sheets.
  Modifying CSS styles.
• The Tech Industry
  A typical day for a software developer. 
  Common job titles.
  The path to becoming a web or mobile developer.

Material Requirements
You are required to supply your own laptop, Chromebook, or iPad with a keyboard.

Professionalism
Punctuality, participation in discussions, completion of assignments, and demonstration of professional courtesy to others are required, in accordance with our Code of Conduct. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of the workshop. Passing requires attendance at the full workshop.

Please note space is limited. RSVP below.