Author Description

There are so many programming languages in use today that it is difficult to decide which one to learn, especially as a novice. Computer Programming for Teens focuses on programming skills to provide an introduction to basic programming skills that can be applied to any language. It covers the key concepts of loops, functions, pointers, Boolean conditions, arrays, and more. Other books on programming tend to be language specific and often get bogged down in the syntax of the language. That is fine if the reader already has a strong background in programming, but for the novice, the language specific approach can be cumbersome. The book stresses concepts over language, but still includes examples in the most popular languages - specifically HTML, C++, and Java. Written by a high school teacher, Computer Programming for Teens includes helpful tips, analogies, and exercises to guide readers through the maze of programming techniques, concepts, and common - but avoidable! - pitfalls. It introduces the most relevant topics for beginners and pinpoints the essential skills needed for programming success. Benefits: * Focuses on general programming techniques and principles that are not language-specific. * Features examples using three of the most popular languages - HTML, C++, and Java * Provides examples, exercises, and end-of-chapter Questions & Answers to provide hands-on reinforcement of programming concepts. * Author has taught computer programming to high school students for 17 years.