Week 2 ยท 45-60 min

Variables & Data Types

What is a variable? (a labeled box analogy)

This slide covers "What is a variable? (a labeled box analogy)" as part of Variables & Data Types. Read slowly and try the example in your own words. What is a variable? (a labeled box analogy) is an important step in Coding Fundamentals. We use plain language and short steps so you can learn even on a slow or shared computer. Think of one real example from your school, work, or community.

Key point: What is a variable? (a labeled box analogy). Review this slide once more before moving on.

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Practice

  1. Write 2-3 sentences about what you learned this week.

Key Terms

What is a variable? (a labeled box analogy)
What is a variable? (a labeled box analogy)
Creating variables: numbers, text (strings)
Creating variables: numbers, text (strings)
Naming rules and good naming habits
Naming rules and good naming habits

Week Summary

  • What is a variable? (a labeled box analogy)
  • Creating variables: numbers, text (strings)
  • Naming rules and good naming habits
  • Data types: integers, floats, strings, booleans

Coming Next Week: Next: Making Decisions (Conditionals)