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Coding and Algorithms

Updated Friday, 7th August 2015
Ever wanted to code your very own programme? What is Python? Do algorithms boggle you? Look no further!

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As part of Make it Digital Season we have curated some content around computer coding and algorithms to help you delve deeper into the subject area:

  • The Jewels of Heuro

    The Jewels of Heuro

    Algorithms make the world go round. Can you master them to capture the fabled Jewels of Heuro and escape the Temple of Algoritmo alive?

    Take part now to access more details of The Jewels of Heuro

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  • Learning Programming from Scratch

    Learning Programming from Scratch

    Scratch looks like child's play, is easy as child's play, but Tony Hirst thinks it's ideal for adults who have the itch to write computer programmes.

    Read now to access more details of Learning Programming from Scratch

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    Level: 1 Introductory

  • Free course: Learn to code for data analysis

    Free course: Learn to code for data analysis

    Do you want to learn more about programming to analyse and visualise data? OpenLearn has a range of courses, articles and more to give you a real flavour for the subject.

    Read now to access more details of Free course: Learn to code for data analysis

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Make it Digital

  • Make it Digital

    Make it Digital

    To celebrate the BBC's Make It Digital season, which includes three co-productions with The Open University, we have collated together a wide array of digital delights for you to get stuck into!

    Take part now to access more details of Make it Digital

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    Level: 1 Introductory

 

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