What is GIRLsmarts4tech?
GIRLsmarts4techÌýis a freeÌýoutreach program aimed at inspiring girls and gender-diverse individuals. to explore technology.ÌýDuring the day-long workshop, girls will learn about various aspects of computer science, including mobile app design and programming, user interfaces, and how computer science applies in other fields and disciplines.
Who should participate?
Grade 6 toÌý7 girls who have no programming experience and who are interested in learning computer science are encouraged to register for this event.
Workshop activities
Programming
​Programming can be fun, educational, and easy to learn. In this activity, you will learn some basic concepts and will help to build an app that runs on a smartphone. See how easily and quickly you can start programming. What you can accomplish is limited onlyÌýby your imagination.
User Experience and User Interface
Do you know why you like some apps more than others? Are you curious about why the Instagram home page is so cool? In the user experience and user interface activity, you use your creativity to learn how to design apps users love.
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2024 offering of Girlsmarts4tech! We look forward to hosting this program again in Fall of 2025!
ÌýQuestions?
Visit our FAQÌýsection for answers to your questions.
If you didn't find an answer in the FAQ, please contact Women in Computer Science.
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