Digital technology surrounds us. Our tablets, computers, and smartphones are just some of the vital tools that we use daily-if not hourly. Those devices would be useless without clever coding that might mystify some. This motivating book will enlighten budding techies by teaching them about well-known programming languages, basic computer parts, and the work of famous programmers. Key vocabulary is explained in an inviting and encouraging way. This...

Algo-what? "Algorithm" might be an intimidating word, but its meaning is pretty simple. An algorithm is a set of instructions. Future programmers will learn the difference between a good algorithm and a bad one through clear, accessible examples in this inviting introduction to coding concepts. They'll also learn how algorithms are behind many of the things they do on the internet, from searching for information to making video calls. Finally, they'll...

Logic helps a computer to "think," but it's the computer programmer who places logic in their coding to make a program run properly. In this excellent introduction to computer logic, promising programmers are presented with the basics of logic design, such as true and false statements, if and then conditionals, and more. The concepts of logic gates and mathematical symbols in coding are also introduced cleverly with clear, at-level language and colorful...