Introduction to Code, Data and Design

Munich | Foundation Courses

  • 2 sessions / week

  • This is a FREE course

ReDI Career Track (Choose from):
  • Front-End
  • Back-End
  • Data Analyst
  • UX/UI Design
  • Course Overview

    This course will introduce you to the fundamentals of computer science, web development, data analytics, and user experience and interaction design. You will gain a solid understanding of the basic concepts underlying these fields so you can continue to study in your chosen path according to your goals. You will have ample opportunity for hands-on practice through weekly in-class assignments.

    • Computer science and programming

      • Write basic programs using Python, including the use of variables, loops, and functions.

      • Create simple, dynamic webpages using HTML, CSS, JS

      • Build simple web applications that include both frontend and backend components

      Data analytics

      • Work with and manipulate large data sets (cleaning, preparation for analysis, visualisation) using Python

      • Analyse and interpret data in a business context

      User experience and interaction design

      • Use design thinking to create user personas and journeys

      • Develop wireframes and prototypes and conduct usability testing to identify areas for improvement

      • Apply UX/UI design principles to create effective and efficient designs for websites and mobile apps

      • Job Readiness: Soft skills through career trainings geared towards preparing you for job applications & interviews, networking events and job fairs.

      • You will learn from experts in the industry to start a career in tech.

      • You speak English

      • You can commit to at least 10 hours a week (classes + self-study)

      • You are motivated to dive in to tech

      • You have a basic understanding of how to use computers, like working with files and documents, the internet, emails etc.

    • You can continue with one of these tracks: Back-End Development, Data Analytics, Front-End Development or UX/UI Design.

    • • Career & Soft Skills Workshops, Company Visits

      • ReDI Mentorship Program (mentors in the IT industry)

      • ReDI Talent Pool (job listing platform)

      • SkillBuild self-paced eLearning (by IBM & ReDI)

      • You should expect to spend a minimum of 8 hours for career workshops or trainings during the semester.

    Course Impressions

     
    • Munich - Mix of self-paced and teacher-led sessions. One week of self-paced material and another week of teacher-led sessions.
    • Mon & Tue OR Wed & Thu, 19:00 - 21:00 (fully online) - every other week
    • Tue & Thu, 19:00 - 21:00 (hybrid) - every other week
    • Spring Semester: March-June
    • Fall Semester: September-December
    • Teaching language: English

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