introductory programming lesson
noun phraseUK /ˌɪntrəˈdʌktəri ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ ˈlesən/
US /ˌɪntrəˈdʌktəri ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ ˈlesən/
A first class that teaches you the basics of writing computer programs.
In our introductory programming lesson, we wrote a tiny program that says hello.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A short teaching session that shows how to use a new software tool for the first time.
The workshop began with an introductory programming lesson on the new app.
3. The opening part of a longer course that previews programming concepts.
The introductory programming lesson covered variables and loops before the main projects.
4. A simple demonstration meant to spark interest in coding.
Kids got an introductory programming lesson using blocks to move a robot.