Books with title A Career in Coding: Careers in Computers

Computer science is all around usat school, at home, and in the community. This book gives readers the essential tools they need to understand different careers in computers. Brilliant color photographs and accessible text will engage readers and allow them to connect deeply with the concept. The computer science topic is paired with an age-appropriate curricular topic to deepen readers learning experience and introduce computer science careers in the real world. In this book, readers will learn about a career in coding. This nonfiction title is paired with the fiction title My Mom Can Code (ISBN: 9781538352267).

From typing your name to playing a song, everything you do on computers uses code. But how do computers understand what were telling them? This engaging title introduces young readers to programming languages, binary code, and the history of early programming. Photo labels visually define glossary terms and other important words. Sequence infographics take the reader step-by-step through coding in action. Diagrams point out where examples of coding can be found in each topic. Presents STEM in a high-interest and relevant way. Second-person introduction phrases empower the reader to explore coding in theory and in practice.

From typing your name to playing a song, everything you do on computers uses code. But how do computers understand what were telling them? This engaging title introduces young readers to programming languages, binary code, and the history of early programming. Photo labels visually define glossary terms and other important words. Sequence infographics take the reader step-by-step through coding in action. Diagrams point out where examples of coding can be found in each topic. Presents STEM in a high-interest and relevant way. Second-person introduction phrases empower the reader to explore coding in theory and in practice.

Computer games are more popular and accessible than ever and, as computer technology advances, computer games have become more challenging, engaging, and addictive to millions of gamers across the country. That opens up a wide range of career opportunities, especially gamers. In this easy-to-follow and informative career guide, the author presents a brief history of the gaming industry before breaking down the major and cutting-edge careers in the field. Whether discussing the game designer, graphic artist, sound designer, marketer, or writer, useful insights are given into the qualifications and temperament needed for each job, as well as a realistic picture of the work environment and useful tips for breaking into the industry.

Computer engineers founded some of the worlds most successful Internet companies including Facebook and Amazon. Others in the computer engineering field earn six-figure salaries at Intel, Apple, and other leading tech firms. What the job entails, what it pays, and future prospects for computer engineers are discussed along with insights from industry insiders.