Coding Challenges for GCSE and A Level Computer Science
Attached is a collection of coding challenges. The best way to learn and get better at programming is to practise, but it is often difficult to know what to make. Working through these challenges will increase you skill set and familiarity with programming.
Remember, we program using python in high school (years 7-11) and C# at sixth form.
Programming IDEs (or you can code online using Replit)
Python: Thonny, Hartismere python online (no saving)
C#: Sharp Develop (old but lightweight), Visual Studio Community
Documents
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A Level CS: Algorithm Assembly Instructions
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Dracula, 1931 - Don't look in the mirror
C# Cook Book // Picture Block Puzzle (GUI)
Learnit Physics Unit 7: Magnets
Code.Org - Express computer science course
Correspondence from the Exams Office
Candidate Information - Coursework Assessments
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Head of Department for Business Studies and Economics
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Programming GCSE CS A Level CS Computer Science GCSE C# C# Cook Book A2 C# Recipes Dance Revision Digital Test 200 Trips Sport AS Python Physical Education Code.Org Jobs Apprenticeships YouTube
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