Adventures in Coding

Have fun creating and coding your own programs with 11 awesome adventures

Want to code but don′t have a clue how to get started? In Adventures in Coding, authors and coding experts, Eva Holland and Chris Minnick teach you the easy way to learn how to go from newbie to app–builder in no time at all. The book′s 11 awesome projects show you how to master fundamental programming skills so you can go from basic to more challenging projects. You will learn by doing and have fun along to the way.

Adventures in Coding includes videos that are designed to answer your questions and make sure you really understand the information. With clear instructions and videos to help, you will quickly be programming your way through every single project. Ready to embark on your own coding adventure? This book will get you started right away. You will learn how to:

Create real computer programs while learning the fundamentals of coding Discover the secrets of creating your own games, apps, and art Conquer the ins and outs of coding within the Scratch universe Connect with fellow "Scratchers" and share projects Master each of the adventures and you will have 11 finished projects Watch the videos if you need extra help and explanations

Visit www.wiley.com/go/adventuresincoding for video instruction that further explains and illustrates each chapter.

Eva Holland is an accomplished author, trainer and co–founder of WatzThis?, a company aimed at teaching technical topics in a fun and approachable manner. In addition to being co–author of this book, Eva is the co–author JavaScript For Kids For Dummies and Coding with JavaScript For Dummies. She enjoys tennis, music, and exploring the caves of the unknown.

Chris Minnick is a prolific published author, trainer, web developer and co–founder of WatzThis?. Chris loves sharing his knowledge with others and has trained thousands of adults and kids in computer programming. As an author, his published books include JavaScript For Kids For Dummies, Coding with JavaScript For Dummies, Beginning HTML5 and CSS3 For Dummies, and Webkit For Dummies. Chris is an avid reader, writer, swimmer, and musician.