What Is Coding

What Does Coding Mean?
Coding is translating logical algorithms into a language that a computer will

understand.
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a computer program.
A microprocessor within a device will then process and carry

A microprocessor understands the coding and X
out these compiled instructions.
tells a computer what the instructions are and
what to do.
Coding has to be accurate because computers
cannot think for themselves. Electronic
devices, with a microprocessor, will follow
coding instructions even if they are wrong.
Can you think of any devices that have a microprocessor?

Where Is Coding Used?
For almost all electronic devices that we use, someone has written code to make
it work properly.
Coding instructs electronic devices, such as:
laptops tablets
smartwatches
mobile phones
Where Is Coding Used?
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apps usedevices we use
code, such as: in our everyday life, such as:
 vacuum cleaners
social media sites
 microwaves
music streaming platforms
 washing machines platforms
instant messaging
 refrigerators and freezers
What devices do you have at home that use coding to work?

How Does Coding Work?
To communicate with computers, programmers use different programming
languages which gets compiled into binary code.
Binary code is the primary language of all computers.
Electricity has only two possible states, either on

or off. Similarly, Binary code consists of only two numbers: 1
and 0. In binary, 0 represents off, while 1 represents on.
Computers read the binary code to carry out the instructions that
were given to them by the programmer.
What Are the Different Programming
Languages?
Most programming languages are text-based, but there are also a large number
that are visual-based.
Visual-based programming languages use graphics or blocks to

create algorithms. Programs such as Scratch and Blockly use
visual-based programming languages.
Text-based programming languages use lines of text which are

typed by programmers to create an algorithm.
For example:
 Python
 JavaScript
 HTML
What Does Visual-Based Coding Look
Like?
Visual-based programming languages represent code through graphics and
images, rather than through purely text.
Visual-based programming language is user-friendly and easy to

learn, making it a preferred option for those beginning to code.
What Does Text-Based Coding
Look Like?
When using a text-based coding language, programmers use characters on a
computer keyboard. However, they have to following certain rules and
regulations of that particular language.
There are many

different text-based
programming
languages. Each
programming language
has a different purpose.
Some text-based languages can be used to develop websites and some can
be used to make games, while others can manage data.
How Can I Learn to Code?
Anyone can learn to code. There are lots of free online tutorials and programs
that provide a good starting point.
Learning a programming language is just like learning other languages.
Visual-based programming is a
good way to start learning how
to code.
What Are the Benefits of
Learning to Code?
Learning how to code helps you to understand the digital world we live in.
Coding is a logical
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problem and work on finding a solution.
Mathematics is highly embedded in coding. Coding
can help you develop yourcan
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your creativity skills. For
engaging and fun example,
way. you can use your programming skills to build
and design websites.
Recap
What does compiled mean?
Can you remember what a

microprocessor is?
What is the purpose of

coding?
Can you give some examples

of different programming
languages?
What are some benefits of

learning how to code?

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What Does Coding Mean?

Coding is translating logical algorithms into a language that a computer will

A microprocessor within a device will then process and carry

Can you think of any devices that have a microprocessor?

Coding instructs electronic devices, such as:

What devices do you have at home that use coding to work?

Binary code is the primary language of all computers.

Electricity has only two possible states, either on

Visual-based programming languages use graphics or blocks to

Text-based programming languages use lines of text which are

Visual-based programming language is user-friendly and easy to

There are many

Can you remember what a

What is the purpose of

Can you give some examples

What are some benefits of

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