Are you interested in gaining a better idea of how computers work? Do you want to create your own computer programs for fun or for use in another endeavor? Regardless of what you want to do in life, if you answer “yes” to these questions, this course is for you! This course introduces the programming concepts and skills required for developing modern computer programs and games using programming languages widely used in the programming industry. The course is taught using very many hands-on activities and group assignments. By the end of the course, you and your small group will get the chance to build your own computer program or video game!