elementarycoding
nounUK /ˌel.ɪˈmen.tər.i ˈkəʊ.dɪŋ/
US /ˌel.əˈmen.tri ˈkoʊ.dɪŋ/
Elementary coding is writing simple instructions that tell a computer what to do.
In class today we did elementary coding and made a cartoon cat move across the screen.
RELATED WORDS
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The first, easy lessons in computer programming for young learners.
Her elementary coding class meets every Tuesday after school.
3. Using drag-and-drop blocks instead of typed text to build programs.
Elementary coding with colorful blocks helps kids see how a program works.
4. The simple, foundational rules behind how computers follow steps.
The teacher explained elementary coding ideas like order and repetition.
5. A school subject that introduces children to making technology, not just using it.
Our school added elementary coding to the third-grade curriculum.