Coding Elective Prepare for AP CSA
Engineer a variety of real-world solutions with Java, and get ready to take on AP Computer Science A! Explore the fundamentals of computer science and object-oriented programming in a hands-on, fun, and visual way.
Advanced Level
16 units
105 Lessons
Complete 452 activities
Code at Your Own Pace
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What's Inside!
Get started with text-coding in a fun, interactive notebook. Experiment with code as you read! Your work is automatically saved as you progress. Playable sample projects and interactive explanations will help you get the big picture, right away.
What You'll Learn:
- Movement puzzles help you get familiar with Java syntax basics.
- Watch how the computer runs code line-by-line using Tynker’s unique code stepper tool.
- Canvas drawing puzzles make object-oriented programming visual and fun.
- Study objects, methods, classes, arrays, and more.
- Hands-on coding labs will have you practicing with common “standard algorithms,” like searches, sorts, and traversals.
Prerequisites: Algebra 1 or equivalent. Some previous programming experience is recommended but not strictly necessary.
Recommended for Ages 13+
How It Works:
Start a Course
From your student dashboard, select EXPLORE and search for Java 1.
Inside, you’ll find:
- An interactive textbook, with hundreds of embedded challenges and exercises to try
- Hands-on Java Labs, where you’ll put your skills to the test
- Assessments and quizzes make sure you understand key concepts and syntax
- An end-of-course Capstone Project, where you create a simple Java app of your own design, from start-to-finish
Completing Lessons
All Tynker lessons are self-guided. As you advance through each course, your work is automatically saved, and you can restart wherever you left off. You’ll unlock badges and achievements, too, as you make progress, and a certificate for each course you complete.