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¡A Programar! Una introducción a la programación

Inés Friss de Kereki and Dr Areti Manataki

¿Alguna vez pensaste en crear tus propios juegos de computadora, pero no tenías idea cómo hacerlo o por dónde comenzar? Este curso te enseñará a programar utilizando Scratch, un lenguaje de programación visual muy fácil de usar, y más importante aún, aprenderás los principios fundamentales de la computación para que comiences a pensar como ingeniero/a de software.

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Syllabus

Tu primer programa

En esta unidad crearás tu primer programa. Veremos los conceptos básicos de Programación y conocerás los principales elementos de Scratch.

¡Repetir, repetir, repetir!

Aquí continuaremos trabajando con las estructuras de control, descubrirás cómo usar eventos en los programas y cómo incorporar efectos visuales y de sonido en Scratch. Además, comenzaremos a pensar sobre los requerimientos y el diseño de nuestros programas.

Reinventar juegos

A partir de juegos ya existentes, crearemos nuevas versiones. Conoceremos prácticas de la ingeniería de software para probar y documentar nuestros programas.

Reutilizando tu código

En esta unidad presentaremos el concepto de procedimiento. También veremos clonación en Scratch. Aplicaremos estas ideas para reutilizar nuestros programas.

Pensando como ingeniero/a de software

Aplicaremos todos los pasos de la ingeniería de software para crear un divertido video juego. También aprenderemos sobre envío de mensajes (“broadcasting”) y concurrencia.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Provides practice with the basics of programming for those new to the field

Presents the process of software engineering in a practical and engaging way

Uses existing games as a foundation for study, making learning more relevant

May include coding challenges that some learners may find time-consuming

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Reviews summary

Fun intro to coding

This course is a great introduction to coding with Scratch. It's easy to use and you'll learn the basics of programming. You'll also learn how to think like a software engineer and create your own video games.

Fun and engaging way to learn the basics of coding.

"Ideal para los conceptos básicos, se pueden hacer cosas interesantes en programa, es bonito trabajar con este curso."

Great course for beginners to learn the basics of coding.

"Excelente curso, mucha información y practicas."

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Learners who complete ¡A Programar! Una introducción a la programación will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, maintain, and improve software. A Software Engineer would benefit from taking this course to build a foundation in programming principles and learn how to apply these principles to create their own software. This course introduces the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and covers essential concepts such as control structures, loops, and functions. By completing this course, learners will gain valuable hands-on experience in programming and develop a strong foundation for further learning in computer science and software engineering.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design, create, and maintain websites and web applications. This course can provide a helpful introduction to programming for Web Developers who are interested in building dynamic and interactive web experiences. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to web development.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use programming to analyze and interpret data, extract insights, and build predictive models. This course can provide a helpful introduction to programming for Data Scientists who are interested in using programming to solve real-world problems. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to data science.

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Computer Programmer

Computer Programmers write and maintain the code that powers software applications, websites, and other digital products. This course can provide a helpful introduction to programming for Computer Programmers who are interested in learning the fundamentals of programming. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to computer programming.

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Game Developer

Game Developers design, develop, and maintain video games. This course can provide a helpful introduction to programming for Game Developers who are interested in building their own games. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to game development.

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Mobile Developer

Mobile Developers design, develop, and maintain mobile applications for smartphones and tablets. This course can provide a helpful introduction to programming for Mobile Developers who are interested in building mobile applications. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to mobile development.

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Software Tester

Software Testers evaluate and test software applications to ensure they meet quality standards. This course can provide a helpful introduction to programming for Software Testers who are interested in learning how to write automated tests. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to software testing.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create and maintain documentation for software applications, websites, and other technical products. This course can provide a helpful introduction to programming for Technical Writers who are interested in learning how to write clear and concise technical documentation. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to technical writing.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for the development and launch of new products. This course can provide a helpful introduction to programming for Product Managers who are interested in learning how to work with engineers and other technical staff. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to product management.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts gather and analyze business requirements to help organizations improve their processes and systems. This course can provide a helpful introduction to programming for Business Analysts who are interested in learning how to use programming to analyze data and make recommendations. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to business analysis.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts use programming to analyze and interpret data, extract insights, and build predictive models. This course may be useful for Data Analysts who are interested in learning the basics of programming. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to data analysis.

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Information Technology Specialist

Information Technology Specialists manage and support computer systems and networks. This course may be useful for Information Technology Specialists who are interested in learning the basics of programming. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to information technology.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators manage and maintain computer networks. This course may be useful for Network Administrators who are interested in learning the basics of programming. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to network administration.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators manage and maintain databases. This course may be useful for Database Administrators who are interested in learning the basics of programming. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to database administration.

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Computer Systems Analyst

Computer Systems Analysts design, implement, and maintain computer systems and networks. This course may be useful for Computer Systems Analysts who are interested in learning the basics of programming. The course covers the basics of programming using Scratch, a visual programming language, and introduces learners to important programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. By completing this course, learners will gain a solid foundation in programming and develop skills that are transferable to computer systems analysis.

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