Overview

Our remote instruction is Live, Online interactive lecture style, where you have the opportunity to ask questions realtime, engage with participatory instructor prompts, and receive 1:1 TA support whenever you need it.

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.

Get a taste of the Code Fellows learning experience, find out how websites are built, and code a webpage yourself using professional coding practices.

Outcomes

At the end of 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.

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. By signing up for this course, you agree to Code Fellows’ Code of Conduct. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of the workshop. Passing requires attendance at the full workshop.

Refund Policy 

This course is fully refundable up to 24 hours before the start of the event. Cancellations within 24 hours of the start of the event are non-refundable and non-transferable. To request a refund, please click “Request Refund” on your ticket in Eventbrite or email us at [email protected].