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We’re a small company that creates commercial software applications. Our office has developed a bit of a “maker space” feeling to it, and it occurred to me it might be fun to host a small coding workshop there.
(Note: The survival of this experimental idea depends on a number of factors, including how much interest it generates.)
There would be a restricted number of slots for each session, since the activity would be better suited to a smaller group.
The idea is you turn up with your laptop and either one of:
- a project you are currently working on
- a project you want to start, but haven’t done so yet
- some software problem(s) you have at home or work that you want to explore creating a custom solution for
- a desire to narrow down a project and start trying to code it up
The aim would be to get a leg up with coding via hands on practice in an environment where it’s comfortable and easy to ask questions - even if you don’t know the questions to ask.
This would suit anyone who
- just wants to build an app
- doesn’t have much coding experience, but has lots of enthusiasm
- is already a hobby coder and wants to take it to the next level
- is looking for a way into professional coding
- is already a pro coder and wants to take their coding to the next level
- is a seasoned coder but has questions
In truth most successful coders are “self taught”, and that’s because their passion drives them to seek answers to questions independently. But there is definitely a place for a small percentage of active guidance, which can speed the process if applied appropriately - and this is what this workshop is for. So ideally the session should just be used to resolve questions, steer you on the right path and boost motivation - while the majority of the work should be done in your own time and on your own initiative.
“Wait!” I hear you cry. “You didn’t say anything about tech stack?” Well, that’s deliberate. At Virtual Blue we use a broad range of languages and tools, and tend to look at the nature of the project to choose the stack. Really the tools you use are for you to decide. And if you come up with ones I’m not familiar with, then hey I’m here to learn too!
(Ps. No, "AI" will not be taking over coding jobs any time soon...)
I look forward to meeting you!
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