Style Guide

The instructor will provide a style guide that outlines what elements of the JavaScript language should be taught and used in this course. The style guide will also explicitly identify language elements (features, methods, techniques) that are not to be used.

The intention of the style guide is to establish clear expectations between the student and the instructor, and to nurture clear, step-by-step thinking. Clear, step-by-step thinking helps the student to adapt to programming languages other than JavaScript in the future. An over-reliance on shortcuts specific to the JavaScript language does not nurture this learning.

Software

Windows PC users will be expected to install the Bitvise SSH client.

The Bitvise SSH client can be found here

Mac users may use the terminal software built into the Mac OS.

Additional Software

Later in the semester, students will need to download and install Visual Studio Code. This free software runs on both Mac and PC platforms.

Visual Studio Code can be found here

All software is free.

Directions for installation of all software can be found on the right side of the class site under links.

The following resource will be used to supplement classroom instruction.

Students are expected to own a personal laptop with a working audio/visual capability. However, there are computers in the classroom that we will use.

Limited resources are available for students who do not have the technology they need for class. Students with educational technology needs, including no computer or camera or insufficient Wifi-access, should submit a request outlining their needs using the Student Emergency Aid Fund form. The University will endeavor to meet needs, such as with a long-term loan of a laptop or Mifi device, a refurbished computer, or subsidized internet access.