Computer Coding for Kids: A unique step-by-step visual guide, from binary code to building games

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Computer Coding for Kids: A unique step-by-step visual guide, from binary code to building games
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Carol Vorderman
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:224
Dimensions(mm): Height 238,Width 205
Category/GenreComputer programming and software development
Games development and programming
ISBN/Barcode 9780241317730
ClassificationsDewey:005.13
Audience
Children / Juvenile
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Imprint DK Children
Publication Date 1 August 2019
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Taking kids from binary code to building games in Scratch 3.0 If you like playing computer games, why not make your own? This book has all you need to build amazing games, including thrilling racing challenges, zany platform games, and fiendish puzzles. Follow the simple steps to become an expert coder, using the latest version of the popular programming language ScratchT 3.0 in this new edition. Improve your coding skills and create your own games, before remixing and customizing them. Jumpy Monkey will show you how to simulate gravity in your games, or give Dog's Dinner a go to learn about collision detection. Pick up the fundamentals of computer programming in steps that make even the most difficult coding concepts fun and easy to understand. Don't just learn how computer code works - understand why it's done that way. Then share your games online and challenge friends and family to beat each other's scores. Once you 've whizzed through the book, the possibilities are endless!

Author Biography

Carol Vorderman MBE is one of Britain's best-loved TV presenters and is renowned for her mathematical skills. She has hosted numerous TV shows on science and technology from Tomorrow's World to How 2, and was co-host of Channel' 4's Countdown for 26 years. A Cambridge University engineering graduate, she has a passion for communication science and technology and has a keen interest in coding.