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This course is for new programmers who aren’t sure what they want to learn about. Take this course to jumpstart your learning journey!

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  • Skill level

    Beginner

  • Time to complete

    Average based on combined completion rates — individual pacing in lessons, projects, and quizzes may vary
     
    1 hour

  • Prerequisites

    None

About this course

New to the world of coding and not sure where to start? Take this course and learn about the history and basics of programming using Blockly and pseudocode. See the specifics of different programming languages and dive into different tech careers to see what suits you best. By the end of this course, you’ll be ready to start your learning journey into the world of programming!

Syllabus

6 quizzes

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  • The progress I have made since starting to use codecademy is immense! I can study for short periods or long periods at my own convenience - mostly late in the evenings.
    Chris
    Codecademy Learner @ USA
  • I felt like I learned months in a week. I love how Codecademy uses learning by practice and gives great challenges to help the learner to understand a new concept and subject.
    Rodrigo
    Codecademy Learner @ UK
  • Brilliant learning experience. Very interactive. Literally a game changer if you're learning on your own.
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    Codecademy Learner @ USA

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