Everyone Can Code - Sphero/Swift Playgrounds

Introduction to Coding and Robotics

Presented by San José Public Library

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This is a program for kids ages 8-14 years old. Everyone Can Code is a beginner’s course on coding on the iPad. 


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06/17/2024 - Everyone Can Code: Introduction to Swift Playgrounds
10/07/2024 - Everyone Can Code: Introduction to Swift Playgrounds

Get started with Swift, the language used to create apps and programs for iOS and macOS. Participants will be introduced to the Swift Playgrounds app and walk through a simple coding lesson on the iPad.


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08/12/2024 - Everyone Can Code: Sphero [EDU, Arcade, Pong, etc.]
12/02/2024 - Everyone Can Code: Sphero [EDU, Arcade, Pong, etc.]
Learn the basics of Sphero to set you up for success in building fun games. Learn to roll, aim, control the LEDs, change heading, and detect collisions. Once you have the basics down, you can recreate classic games with a Sphero while learning the basics of game design. You’ll build your very own robotic renditions of some famous games like Pong. Students will be introduced to coding and robotics using the iPad and Sphero robots.


Everything needed for this course will be provided, but you are more than welcome to bring your own personal iPad with the app downloaded.

Free. Drop-in attendees are welcome. 


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Upcoming Sessions

Dates
Age
Participate
Everyone Can Code: Sphero/Swift Playgrounds
10/7
Mon, 4p-5p
5-17
San José Public Library - Educational Park
Everyone Can Code: Sphero/Swift Playgrounds
12/2
Mon, 4p-5p
5-17
San José Public Library - Educational Park

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