Intro to Programming Concepts

For True Beginners!

Jose Basilio   |   @jbasilio   |   @gdihouston  

Welcome!

Girl Develop It is a nonprofit organization that exists to provide affordable and judgment-free opportunities for women interested in learning web and software development.

Some "rules"

  • We are here for you!
  • Every question is important.
  • Help each other.
  • Have fun.

Agenda

9:00am - 9:15am Introductions
9:15am - 10:15am History of computers and programming
10:15am - 11:30am Programming Fundamentals
11:30am - 11:45am Break
11:45am - 12:45pm Web Development Concepts
12:45pm - 1:00pm Questions

Introductions

I would like to get to know everyone. We will go around the room have everyone state the following items:

  1. My name is...
  2. I'm taking this class because...
  3. If someone made a movie of your life would it be a:
    • Drama
    • Comedy
    • Romantic-Comedy
    • Action Film
    • Science Fiction
    • Other

About Me

I have over 15 years of experience developing software for companies large and small. Most recently, I've been working as a full-stack web developer. As the father of 3 girls, I am very passionate about teaching girls and women how to code. Follow me on twitter @jbasilio

History of Computers and Programming
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Break Time!

Break Time

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Web Development Concepts

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