🎃 PyLadies Dublin Pytch Workshop: Learn Python by Making Your Own Pytch Game!

Posted on 17 Sep 2024

Join us for a workshop where you’ll learn to code in Python by creating your very own Ghost Invaders game using Pytch!

🗓️ Wednesday, 30 October @ 18:30 to 20:30
📍Unit 18, Trinity Technology & Enterprise Campus, Pearse Street, Dublin 2
🎟️ https://www.meetup.com/pyladiesdublin/events/303412702

👻 PyLadies Dublin are excited to have Pytch host and run a workshop this Halloween month.

Pytch is a user-friendly coding platform designed to help learners transition from block-based coding (like Scratch) to text-based Python. Pytch extends Python with Scratch-like features such as sprites, events, and sounds, making it perfect for fun learning by creating small games.
You won’t need any prior experience with Scratch or Python!

💻 Just bring your laptop, but don't worry if you don’t have one—we'll have extras available for use!

During the session, you’ll follow guided steps to create a simple, customisable game while learning the basics of Python coding in a fun and interactive environment. The platform is co-developed with teachers and students and provides free educational resources like lesson plans and tutorials for continued learning after our workshop.

This workshop is perfect for:

  • Aspiring programmers who want to create and design games while learning Python in a beginner-friendly environment. After the workshop, you can continue building your own Pytch games at home!
  • Teachers and educators looking for an engaging way to introduce text-based programming to students. You’ll learn how to use Pytch’s free classroom-ready resources, including step-by-step guides and lesson plans.

Pytch is funded by Science Foundation Ireland and led by the School of Computer Science at Trinity College Dublin, in partnership with TU Dublin.

🔍 FAQ
👉 Note that all our events are 18s+. If you have any questions, please email dublin@pyladies.com.

Q. I'm not female, is it ok for me to attend?
A. Yes, PyLadies Dublin events are open to everyone at all levels.

Q. Do I need to bring my own laptop?
A. Preferably, but if you can't, there are extra equipment to use just in case.

Q. Will there be food?
A. 🍕 There will be pizzas to stave away the hunger while you code (so don't forget to let us know your dietary requirements whey registering).

Q. Do you have a Code of Conduct?
A. Yes, you can find it at dublin.pyladies.com