Loops, Arrays and Objects

Last reviewed 08 March 2020 by Crispin Read

Description

This session learners will have loops explained to them. Learners will also be introduced to 2 data types in detail (arrays & objects). We will then work through some simple tasks to demonstrate when they will be used and how.

Why this is important

Loops arrays and objects are all important entities when creating functional code. Understanding when it may be required and how to loop through data is vital knowledge for any developer.

Outcomes

Following this training you will be able to: Use arrays and objects in their code. Understand when a loop would be required and how to write one.

Learner Requirements

VS code

Github desktop

Outline

  1. Loops
  2. Demo/ Task
  3. Arrays
  4. Demo/ Task
  5. Objects
  6. Demo/ Task

Tasks

Mandatory

  1. Follow along with demo

Additional

Resources / Reference

N/A

Skills, Knowledge, Behaviours and Values

Core Skills

This workshop is designed to develop the following from our core skills directive

  • Presentation
  • Logic
  • Problem Solving
  • Reflection
  • Research
  • Learning from failure

Apprenticeship Standard

This workshop will encourage the development of the following from the Software Developer Level 4 Standard

COMPETENCIES (Skills)

  • C1 - Logic: writes good quality code (logic) with sound syntax in at least one language.
  • C5 - Problem solving: can apply structured techniques to problem solving, can debug code and can understand the structure of programmes in order to identify and resolve issues.
  • C8 - Deployment: can understand and utilise skills to build, manage and deploy code into enterprise environments.
  • C9 - Development lifecycle: can operate at all stages of the software development lifecycle, with increasing breadth and depth over time with initial focus on build and test..
  • C12 - Can respond to the business environment and business issues related to software development.

BEHAVIOURS

  • B1 - Logical and creative thinking skills.
  • B2 - Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • B3 - Ability to work independently and to take responsibility.
  • B7 - Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
  • B8 - Maintain productive, professional and secure working environment.

Knowledge

  • K1 - Understands and operates at all stages of the software development lifecycle.
  • K3 - Understands how teams work effectively to produce software and contributes appropriately.
  • K4 - Understands and applies software design approaches and patterns and can interpret and implement a given design, compliant with security and maintainability requirements.
  • K5 - Understands and responds to the business environment and business issues related to software development.