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Coding & Software Development · 🏫 University of Miami

iD Tech Camps at University of Miami: Python Coding 101

iD Tech offers a unique blend of cutting-edge STEM education with a fun, collegiate campus experience at prestigious universities like the University of Miami, guided by instructors recruited from elite universities.

🔥 Middle School 🕒 1-week Day Camp In-person Beginner-friendly 💰 $1,099/week

About this camp

This iD Tech Camp at the University of Miami offers middle schoolers an immersive, hands-on introduction to Python, one of the world's most in-demand coding languages. Throughout the week, students will delve into Python fundamentals, learning to define variables, use functions, and understand conditional statements. A core component of the camp involves building console-based games, such as an RPG battle arena where they can design character classes and program combat scenarios. Campers will also develop interactive 2D games, incorporating custom sprites and programming player movement to create engaging adventures. The curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity, providing a strong foundation for future exploration in coding and STEM fields, including machine learning. The program balances approximately 5.5 hours of daily instruction with outdoor activities and campus exploration, offering a well-rounded summer experience.

What a typical day looks like

A typical day blends approximately 5.5 hours of hands-on coding instruction in a lab with supervised breaks for outdoor activities, games, and campus exploration.

Best suited for

This camp is best for middle schoolers aged 10-12 who are beginners to intermediate in skill level and are eager to learn Python coding through game development and interactive projects.

What you'll learn

Python fundamentals Variables and functions Conditional statements Console-based game development RPG battle arena coding Interactive 2D game creation Python libraries for graphics and random number generation

Location

University of Miami, S Dixie Hwy, Coral Gables, FL 33146

Sponsored by Research Ignited

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