computer programming

Explores the various coding careers, focusing on the energy industry.

Learn about code and the process coders use to program computers.

" ... This book delves into the history and thinking behind simulations. Readers will learn about Georg Leopold von Reiswitz's development of a Kriegsspiel for military training, and other major developments. This volume also gives examples of ways that simulations can be useful, and discusses data sources. A concluding simple simulation will round out the learning experience, and encourage readers to create their own simulation."--Amazon.com.

"When their robot classmate, Ro-Bud, gets a computer virus, the Code Academy gang is determined to help her. Along the way, they learn what a virus is, and how 'hackers' break into computers to steal information or cause damage. This easy-to-follow book simplifies computer concepts to help readers learn why it's important to keep passwords secret to protect computers"--Provided by publisher.

"[Takes readers] on a science adventure to discover how computers do math so quickly, how we can communicate with computers, and so much more! This fun question and answer book has everything from facts and figures to simple diagrams and hilarious illustrations to help . . . [readers] learn introductory computer science terms and concepts, including programming languages, variables, inputs, outputs, loops, and more"--Provided by publisher.

"Derek Fallon receives an exciting new gift--a laptop! But there's a catch: it has no Wi-Fi so he can't use it for gaming. If he wants to play computer games, he'll have to learn how to code them himself"--Amazon.

"Part how-to, part profile, and all about getting girls coding. Step-by-step instructions for projects girls actually want to code and profiles of aspirational female coders in the field combine to lead the girl code revolution"--Provided by the publisher.

"Loops are repetitive tasks commonly found in computer programming. This book of fun activities encourages readers to form their own loops using everyday objects. These unplugged exercises teach young readers the concepts programmers use every day, such as patterning, reusing materials, and ordering information. Each activity helps readers become stronger thinkers and the coders of tomorrow"--Provided by the publisher.

"Roblox is more than just a video game. It is a platform where millions of players create and share games with each other. With more than 40 million games available now and thousands more being added every day, it offers players a never ending source of fun and adventure. In this book, readers will learn how computer programming skills can be employed in Roblox Studio, the powerful tool that is used to create Roblox games"--Provided by publisher.

"An overview . . . of coding, including discussion of various software programs, the types of problem solving that coding tackles, careers in the field, and activities"--Provided by publisher.