What Is Programming? And How To Get Started
January 28, 2025
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Recommended experience
Intermediate level
Knowledge of any programming language is required.
Previous development experience or basic Python knowledge is desired.
Have GitHub account.
Recommended experience
Intermediate level
Knowledge of any programming language is required.
Previous development experience or basic Python knowledge is desired.
Have GitHub account.
Configure and manage essential development extensions and use profiles
Use keyboard shortcuts in VSCode
Refactor and develop using extensions
Add to your LinkedIn profile
Only available on desktop
Upgrade your development workflow and start writing code like a professional! This project aims to empower software developers to leverage advanced features within Visual Studio Code to enhance their development workflow.
Throughout this project-based course, participants will explore various advanced functionalities of Visual Studio Code, including advanced code navigation, customization of settings and keybindings, and the utilization of powerful extensions for debugging, version control, and language support. Participants will embark on a journey to create a customized development environment tailored to their specific workflow needs. Through real-world coding scenarios, debugging sessions, and version control tasks, participants will gain hands-on experience optimizing their development process using Visual Studio Code. This project stands out for its comprehensive exploration of Visual Studio Code's advanced capabilities, offering developers the opportunity to significantly boost their productivity and efficiency. Prior experience with programming concepts and familiarity with Visual Studio Code are recommended for success in this project.
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Task 01 - Install extensions
Task 02 - Set up linter and autoformat
Taks 03 - Configure code documentation
Practice 01 - Hands on docstring configuration
Task 04 - Master VSCode keyboard shortcuts
Practice 02 - Challenge: YAML to Python objects!
Task 05 - Share coding session
Task 06 - Sync VSCode settings and extensions
Cumulative activity - Refactor your project like a pro
Knowledge of any programming language is required.
Previous development experience or basic Python knowledge is desired.
Have GitHub account.
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Skill-based, hands-on learning
Practice new skills by completing job-related tasks.
Expert guidance
Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.
No downloads or installation required
Access the tools and resources you need in a pre-configured cloud workspace.
Available only on desktop
This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.
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By purchasing a Guided Project, you'll get everything you need to complete the Guided Project including access to a cloud desktop workspace through your web browser that contains the files and software you need to get started, plus step-by-step video instruction from a subject matter expert.
Because your workspace contains a cloud desktop that is sized for a laptop or desktop computer, Guided Projects are not available on your mobile device.
Guided Project instructors are subject matter experts who have experience in the skill, tool or domain of their project and are passionate about sharing their knowledge to impact millions of learners around the world.
You can download and keep any of your created files from the Guided Project. To do so, you can use the “File Browser” feature while you are accessing your cloud desktop.
Guided Projects are not eligible for refunds. See our full refund policy.
Financial aid is not available for Guided Projects.
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At the top of the page, you can press on the experience level for this Guided Project to view any knowledge prerequisites. For every level of Guided Project, your instructor will walk you through step-by-step.
Yes, everything you need to complete your Guided Project will be available in a cloud desktop that is available in your browser.
You'll learn by doing through completing tasks in a split-screen environment directly in your browser. On the left side of the screen, you'll complete the task in your workspace. On the right side of the screen, you'll watch an instructor walk you through the project, step-by-step.
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