Programming 101: Javascript, Ruby, C++, and Python

Basic programming literacy is a requirement in many internet-oriented jobs, and the "learn to code" movement is growing quickly in a variety of different fields. Understanding how computer programmers and software developers identify and solve problems can help you in your career as a project manager, product manager, web editor, and other technology jobs.  

You'll learn the principles and uses of languages like C++, Python, Ruby, and Javascript. You’ll also learn how to read code, best practices for working with code, and some tips on how to communicate better and work more efficiently with technology teams.

 

• Understand programming languages including C++, Python, Ruby, and Javascript
• Implement front-end and back-end programming
• Incorporate the basic principles of reading code and best practices for coding 
• Use programming terms to better communicate with coders

An understanding of the fundamentals of programming.

• Digital Journalism Certificate Program – ONLINE

Susan McGregor is an assistant professor with the Tow Center for Digital Journalism at Columbia Journalism School, where she specializes in data journalism and information visualization. Prior to this, she was the senior programmer on the Online News Graphics team at the Wall Street Journal, where she was a recipient of the 2010 Gerald Loeb Award in the "Online Enterprise" category.

Susan is also the co-author of a chapter on data journalism in the collection Computation for Humanity: Information Technology to Advance Society. She holds a B.A. from Harvard in interactive information design and an M.A. from NYU in educational technology.