Computer Programming for Everyone

University of Leeds and Institute of Coding via FutureLearn

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Provider

FutureLearn
Pricing

Free Certificate
Languages

English
Certificate

Certificate Available
Duration & workload

2 weeks, 2 hours a week
Sessions

On-Demand
Level

Beginner

Found in

Programming Courses

Part of

An Introduction to Coding and Design

4.5

Overview

Explore computer programming and complete block-language programming exercises

What are computers good at and how can you get the best out of them?

On this course, you’ll find out how and why people program computers.

Using an introductory block-language for coding, you’ll discover the kinds of problems that computers can help you solve.

You’ll also explore different types of coding languages and discover a variety of useful applications of code.

At the end of the course, you’ll implement key principles you’ve learned by writing your first computer programs.

Featured in the UK government’s The Skills Toolkit collection.

This course is designed for people who have digital skills but would like to build confidence in using digital technology in the workplace.

This may include those studying for A-levels, those who have a degree, or those who want to improve their career prospects.

The course will also be useful for anyone in employment who wants to boost their digital skills or anyone returning to the workplace who’d like to gain confidence in how working practices have evolved.

You might also be interested in the other courses in the Digital Skills for the Workplace collection from the University of Leeds and the Institute of Coding.

Syllabus

What is code?

Welcome
Key developments in computing
What can code do?
The real world of programming languages
Summary

What does coding feel like?

Welcome to Week 2
Getting comfortable with code
Doing more with code
Meet a development team
Summary

Taught by

Tom Armitage

Reviews

3.3 rating, based on 7 Class Central reviews

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Kunal Prakash Sonawane @kunal224

As an enthusiast of computer science, enrolling in [Course Name] has been an enriching journey. This course offers a comprehensive dive into the intricacies of the field, covering a wide range of topics from algorithms and data structures to machine…

As an enthusiast of computer science, enrolling in [Course Name] has been an enriching journey. This course offers a comprehensive dive into the intricacies of the field, covering a wide range of topics from algorithms and data structures to machine learning and artificial intelligence.

One of the standout aspects of the course is its hands-on approach to learning. Through practical assignments and coding projects, I've had the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts to real-world problems, enhancing my problem-solving skills and reinforcing my understanding of key principles.

Moreover, the course instructors demonstrate a profound expertise in their respective domains, delivering lectures that are both engaging and informative. Their clear explanations and insightful examples have been instrumental in demystifying complex topics, making them accessible to learners of all levels.

Furthermore, the course structure is well-organized, with each module building upon the previous ones seamlessly. This cohesive progression has facilitated a deeper comprehension of the subject matter, allowing me to connect the dots between different concepts and appreciate the underlying interconnectedness of computer science principles.
Anonymous

I would say that this is a very beginner course, so it is much better if you take this course with absolutely no knowledge about coding itself, although you have bits of information from subjects you've encountered. The lessons lacks in-depth learn…

I would say that this is a very beginner course, so it is much better if you take this course with absolutely no knowledge about coding itself, although you have bits of information from subjects you've encountered.

The lessons lacks in-depth learning since it will only give you the basic knowledge you need to know and assumes that you'll delve in further for harder courses. This course is great for people in elementary to high school.

Although I liked receiving the certificate, there seems to be no challenge for this course. Don't be fooled by the 2 stars I gave though, because it is also worth taking but if you have a knowledge about coding, I suggest you take intermediate ones since the course could easily be skimmed in half a day's time.
Anonymous

If you are a fresh starter this may be for you... but if you go and find some games to learn how to program you'll got the same skills...
Anonymous

It is a very very beginner level course. I did not get anything from it. There is also a lot of articles inside of it that is not very good unlike videos. The videos are also always buffering, especially in HD, the servers that hosts it seems to not be good, as my internet is fine on other platforms such as Coursera.
The website is also slow and not all that intuitive, the mark as compeleted button has a slow animation and it constantly changes from completed to uncompleted even after clicked.
Anonymous

I'd describe this course as an introduction to the mindset necessary for programming. I have enjoyed it, however it does not provide with knowledge about any specific programming language. I am going forward on my journey though and enrolled in a VBA course.
Lwandile Rozani

This course is so awesome that I'm now planning on registering at the university. It sure beats a lot of courses I've taken in person.
Anonymous

This course is really directed for the beginner. And its helpfull for bettrr understanding in algorithm.