JavaScript Coding & Game Design (Middle School Edition)
- Price: Starting at $999
- Age: Ages 11-16
- Skill Level: Beginner-Advanced
- Format: Summer Online Teen Academies | Small-Group, Online
- Duration: Two-week program, 2-hour lesson per day
About This Course
In this academy, you’ll start by exploring coding and game design with JavaScript and HTML in p5. Then, you’ll build projects with custom graphics and code-driven game mechanics. Interactive applications are just the start—JavaScript has immense support and many libraries to expand its functionality.
After getting started, you’ll soon understand how your code comes together with advanced content and algorithms. When you stick with JavaScript, you can advance your techniques and implement them into future projects, from developing games in engines like RPG Maker and Unity to designing websites with human-centric UX/UI.
By learning JavaScript, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the code, design, and technologies that keep our modern world running. Start developing a coding portfolio that will be relevant for years to come!
Topics Covered
- Learn the fundamentals of JavaScript coding
- Apply computational thinking to develop your own programs
- Design game mechanics and custom graphics
- Explore game design principles by implementing obstacles, enemies, and a variable score
Course Format
This course is part of an intensive two-week summer program held online for two hours each day, Monday through Friday. Your child will learn and collaborate with a small group of other students in assignment-driven workshop courses led by experienced instructors. Office hours are included for further help and personalized guidance. Learn more below.
Sample Schedule
Here’s a sample of what two weeks in this course could look like. Keep in mind students will progress at varying paces, and this is meant to serve as an outline of key materials and the overall experience.
Portfolio-Boosting Certificate
Upon successful completion of this program, iD Tech grants a certificate of completion to participants. This program is graded as a pass or fail; students must earn a pass on their final submitted project to obtain the certificate of completion.
Certificate recognizing your skills and success
Skills that can help secure internships and potential jobs
Portfolio to share with colleges and future employers
Designated office hours for additional help and advice
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