As you know, here at Penjee we’re a big fan of learning Python as your first programming language! For the last 5 years or so, there has been a big push to teach block based coding like Scratch to middle schoolers. And while, many middle schools continue to use these drag and drop programs like Scratch , kids … Continue reading Python for Middle Schoolers . Keep It simple, Visual and process oriented →
Explaining loops to someone who has never programmed before can be quite challenging. In fact, one of the main goals of Penjee is to decrease the friction students typically feel when they first learn to hand code. One of the primary lessons that students must try to wrap their heads around is – “What is a … Continue reading Loop Animated Gifs in Python →
Why Learn Python as Your First Programming Language? So, you decided you want to learn programming, congratulations! You are about to begin a journey that , I hope, is as stimulating and rewarding for you as it was for myself! But the first question is–Which programming language should you first learn?? We thought long and … Continue reading Why Learn Python as Your First Programming Language? →
