Free, live coding workshop helps you learn how to code at home with FUZE 4

FUZE are very excited to announce that their first, live and online, Learn-to-Code workshop is taking place this Tuesday the 2nd of June at 2pm at https://www.youtube.com/fuzearena

The first, in what is expected to become a regular series, introduces three basic principles of coding. Loops, Variables and If Then statements are fundamental pillars of all programming languages. FUZE explains and demonstrates these in a very accessible, fun and light-hearted manner. In just one session we aim to demystify what is generally, and very mistakenly, perceived to be a complex subject accessible only to uber geeks and mathmagicians!

“Is this for me – what do I get out of it?”

Coding represents a major part of the UK's Computing Curriculum now taught across all Key Stages. At a student level, anyone from age 7 up will benefit from a rudimentary understanding of the basic principles, and older age groups starting secondary later this year, will be better prepared for what Computer Science has in store for them. Many young adults looking at their career options might not have considered coding because their school ‘missed the boat’ or were turned off the subject because it was perceived as too complicated or boring. Parents and grandparents who’d like to keep up with their child’s learning will also benefit from the workshop, and as such are highly recommended to take part – even if just to watch and listen.

FUZE uses videogame programming techniques to teach coding. Video games are obviously a great way to engage young, and not-so-young, minds and are of course great fun. As we all know, an engaging and fun environment can accelerate learning, and because the epiphanic moments are frequent, enthusiasm and motivation are all increased also.

“I don’t have a Nintendo Switch or FUZE, can I still do it?”

Yes. The workshops are very informative and everything is explained with the absolute beginner in mind. They are also very visual, as programs and their results are shown on screen at all times. Viewers can even ask questions via live chat!

“Ok, I’m sold, how do I see this?”

Visit https://www.youtube.com/fuzearena on Tuesday the 2nd of June at 2pm

FUZE is an award-winning coding application designed and developed by a team of experienced gamers, programmers, artists and educators. Programming languages all have their pros and cons. FUZE takes as many pros as could be crammed in from a mix of languages including C, Python & classic BASIC to name a few resulting in a language that is as easy as BASIC, powerful like C and yet very versatile like Python.

FUZE 4 Nintendo Switch is ideally suited to coding games and apps for absolute beginners and seasoned programmers alike.

FUZE is supported by a thriving and enthusiastic community of absolute beginners, enthusiasts and seasoned programmers all willing to help, share and contribute. There’s also a series of video tutorials taking beginners step-by-step through the basics right up to advanced level games coding techniques. FUZE have also released a free Project Workbook in PDF format to help you get started.

FUZE 4 Nintendo Switch is available from the Nintendo eShop for just £12.99 / $19.99