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Mobile Apps with Swift FAQs

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What is Swift and why learn it?

What is Swift?

  • Swift is a programming language developed by Apple in 2014 to encourage young developers to write software for Apple platforms such as iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. 
  • Swift is open source and is designed to be easy to read and write, while also being fast and safe.

 

Why learn Swift?

  • Swift is a great way to code (write software) for phones, desktops, servers or any other device that runs code. 
  • Swift is friendly to new programmers. It’s a fast, interactive, and safe programming language. It combines the best in modern language thinking with wisdom from the wider Apple engineering culture and community.
What skills will my child acquire?
  • A solid introduction to a modern programming language concepts using Apple’s Swift
  • Students learn fundamentals, and then spend some 60% of their time to work on their own project: a playable video game, a program or simple app, allowing them to:
    • Acquire the foundations of Computer Science through Swift programming.
    • Cultivate creativity by designing and  building interactive projects & games. 
    • Strengthen analytical thinking and persistence to find bugs, overcome challenges and find innovative solutions.
What skills will my child acquire?
  • Learning Python offers students experience with a foundational programming language widely taught in universities across various faculties, from engineering to economics. Python has extensive applications in diverse industries such as AI, finance, and biology.
  • Students learn or review essentials, and then spend some 60% of their time to work on their own project: a playable video game, a program or simple app, allowing them to:
    • Acquire the foundations of Computer Science through Python programming.
    • Cultivate creativity by designing and  building interactive projects & games.
    • Strengthen analytical thinking and persistence to find bugs, overcome challenges and find innovative solutions.
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How do I know which level is right for my child?
  • To ensure all students get the most out of their TechSpark experience, we ask ALL students to take a short (5 mins) Computational Evaluation the beginning of their first lessons. This allows our instructors to tailor the course material to the student’s needs.
  • If you select a level which does not correspond to your child’s knowledge, don’t worry – we will adapt accordingly!
Why learn Swift with TechSpark Academy
  • TechSpark Academy prides itself in its Swiss quality, with dedicated instructors from top Swiss and European universities, creating a comfortable and adaptive learning environment. 
  • Our online private tutoring caters to individual styles, promoting deep understanding and confidence. 
  • Online classes and camps in Switzerland’s most beautiful locations are limited to 5-6 students per group, and provide personalized attention for a supportive atmosphere, ensuring mastery of concepts.

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Marta Gehring
Tel: + 41 79 697 13 00

marta@techsparkacademy.com

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Kate Mckee
Tel: + 41 76 736 90 09

kate@techsparkacademy.com

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Web Design
with JavaScript

Build your own website while learning the basics of Java Script.

Students are introduced to the key principles of web design, user interface (UI) and user experience (UX), while learning the basics of Java Script- Students apply what they learn to their own custom website, adding text, images, audio, videos, hyperlinks, and more.

The course is ideal for students who have completed at least one coding course with TechSpark Academy, Animation and Game Design or Python, and are familiar with the basics of programming logic and computational thinking.

Some courses might not be available at every camp – check your preferred location and dates to view course offering.

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Code in Python
Beginner - Advanced

Learn Python, the language of Instagram, YouTube, and Google’s search engine!

Widely used by programmers, designers and game developers, Python has rapidly become one of the most popular programming languages.

This coding course is available in three levels so that kids and teens – with or without any previous experience – can develop their knowledge and skills at their pace (Juniors, Teens Beginner & Teens Advanced)

CODE IN PYTHON (Juniors): designed for kids aged 10+ this course serves as an introduction to the fun and rewarding world of coding.

CODE IN PYTHON (Teens Beginner): this course is designed for teens aged 12+ with no experience in programming. Students will become familiar with the fun and rewarding world of coding by learning the fundamentals of the Python language.

CODE IN PYTHON (Teens Advanced): this course is designed for teens aged 13+ with previous experience in coding and game development who want to further develop their knowledge.

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Animation & Game
Design

This course teaches students to program their own interactive stories, games, and animations, and share their creations with others in the online community, assembling lego-like blocks of code. Scratch is a visual based programming language which encourages kids to think creatively, reason systematically and work collaboratively.

Scratch was designed and is maintained by the Lifelong Kindergarten group at the MIT Media Lab in the spirit of playful and creative learning.

Discover the power of code with Scratch!

All classes are designed for small groups to foster a comfortable and fun setting, therefore there is only a maximum of 6 students for this course. 

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