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CourseWelcome To Codecademy
First time on our site? Start here to learn how to use our platform and write some basic code with JavaScript.
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Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
Approx. 1 hourPrerequisites
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About this course
Have you heard that coding is an exciting skill to learn, but you aren’t sure where to start?
This course is the perfect place to start if you are brand new to coding. You will get comfortable using our interactive coding platform and write your first few lines of code!
Along the way, you will learn how to animate your name using JavaScript.
Syllabus
Welcome to Codecademy!
Are you new to coding? This is the perfect place to start learning!
The platform
Hands-on learning
Don’t just watch or read about someone else coding — write your own code live in our online, interactive platform. You’ll even get AI-driven recommendations on what you need to review to help keep you on track.
Reviews from learners
- The progress I have made since starting to use codecademy is immense! I can study for short periods or long periods at my own convenience - mostly late in the evenings.ChrisCodecademy Learner @ USA
- I felt like I learned months in a week. I love how Codecademy uses learning by practice and gives great challenges to help the learner to understand a new concept and subject.RodrigoCodecademy Learner @ UK
- Brilliant learning experience. Very interactive. Literally a game changer if you're learning on your own.John-AndrewCodecademy Learner @ USA
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Practice Projects
Guided projects that help you solidify the skills and concepts you're learning.Assessments
Auto-graded quizzes and immediate feedback help you reinforce your skills as you learn.Certificate of Completion
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