Writing Courses

NDC Conferences

Writing a Neural Net from Scratch

Learn to code a neural network for image recognition in C# from scratch, covering gradient descent, activation functions, and backpropagation without complex math or external libraries.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

NDC Conferences

Writing a Compiler with LLVM

Explore LLVM's bytecode ecosystem for compiling high-level languages into a common representation. Learn its basics, inner workings, and application in MethodScript, with code examples.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

NDC Conferences

What Has Writing About the Core Guidelines Shown Me?

Insights and lessons learned from authoring a book on Core Guidelines, exploring surprising discoveries and key takeaways on the cusp of publication.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

NDC Conferences

Test Driven Development in JavaScript – Writing Tests That Don't Suck

Learn practical TDD in JavaScript using Visual Studio Code, Jest, and Wallaby.js. Covers tooling, mindset, patterns, naming, and refactoring to write effective, non-brittle tests for code characteristics.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

NDC Conferences

Cypress for Developers Who Hate Writing Tests

Discover Cypress, a user-friendly E2E testing tool for web apps. Learn how its developer-friendly APIs make testing enjoyable across various JavaScript frameworks.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Dapr Workflows - Writing Reliable, Fault-Tolerant Applications with Open Source Technology

Learn to build reliable, fault-tolerant applications using Dapr Workflows. Explore how this open-source technology simplifies microservice development, enhances resiliency, and streamlines business process orchestration.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

NDC Conferences

Electron - Writing Desktop Applications Using Web Technologies

Learn to create cross-platform desktop applications using web technologies with Electron. Discover how to leverage HTML, JavaScript, and CSS skills to build software for Mac, Windows, and Linux.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

NDC Conferences

Programming is Writing is Programming

Explore the parallels between writing and programming, focusing on learning processes, style, and domain relevance in both fields.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

NDC Conferences

Writing Better Tests for Your JavaScript App

Learn strategies to improve JavaScript testing, avoiding common pitfalls and leveraging lessons from other ecosystems to create efficient, maintainable tests that enhance development.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

NDC Conferences

Beyond JavaScript Frameworks - Writing Reliable Web Apps With Elm

Discover Elm: a functional language for reliable web apps. Learn its advantages over JavaScript frameworks, including type safety, immutability, and error prevention through an advanced compiler.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Writing a Formal IT Specification

Learn key considerations for creating formal IT specifications, focusing on software projects, programming languages, and libraries. Gain insights into effective documentation for implementers and users.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

APS Physics

How to Write an Effective Op-Ed - Writing Tips and Newsworthiness

Learn effective op-ed writing techniques, focusing on newsworthiness and essential tips to craft impactful opinion pieces for publication.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

APS Physics

PhysTEC Webinar - Writing Effective Grant Proposals for Physics Teacher Recruitment

Learn strategies for crafting competitive PhysTEC Recruiting Grant proposals, including program requirements, review criteria, and tips for potential sites.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

NDC Conferences

Writing Cross Platform Games with MonoGame and .NET

Explore game development with MonoGame and .NET, covering game loops, rendering, asset management, collision detection, and input handling. Learn to build cross-platform games using a custom 2D engine.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

NDC Conferences

Beyond JavaScript Frameworks - Writing Reliable Web Apps With Elm

Discover Elm: a functional language for reliable web apps. Learn its advantages over JavaScript frameworks, including type safety, immutability, and error prevention through an advanced compiler.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk