Bitbuzz Computing
We also run computing workshops and one-to-one computing tuition. Our tech expert Alec has a background in user interface design and software development. He trained as a designer and has extensive experience with 2D image editing and creation software, as well as vector graphic design software. He has also worked on the design and code of websites and web apps, as well as making apps for Mac such as the calendar PreMinder. You can see some of his icon and interface designs for web apps here.
Alec can offer an introduction to image editing, using design software or digital artwork creation. He can also show you how to make your own web pages using HTML and CSS, as well as adding more advanced features with JavaScript. There’s also the option to learn about the basics of coding using tools like Scratch or more advanced coding for Mac.
Workshops
At the moment we offer a small workshop every Wednesday from 11:30am–12:30pm at the Curious Minds Home Ed group near Raynes Park. We bring laptops for the children to use if one is required. We try to help each child develop projects that they are interested in using creative software or code… or both! They can also talk to and learn from each other while getting experience with using computers to create. Alec is on hand to offer advice and help.
We recommend these sessions for children of ages ten and above who are happy to be self-directed. The cost is £10 per child per session. Groups are quite small so places please email us in advance at info@brickbuzz.uk to check availability. Please click below to see dates for Spring 2023.
Bitbuzz Computing Dates for Spring 2023
- Wed 18th Jan 2023 11.30am-12:30pm
- Wed 25th Jan 2023 11.30am-12:30pm
- Wed 1st Feb 2023 11.30am-12:30pm
- Wed 8th Feb 2023 11.30am-12:30pm
- Wed 15th Feb 2023 11.30am-12:30pm
- Wed 22nd Feb 2023 11.30am-12:30pm
- Wed 1st Mar 2023 11.30am-12:30pm
- Wed 8th Mar 2023 11.30am-12:30pm
- Wed 15th Mar 2023 11.30am-12:30pm
- Wed 22nd Mar 2023 11.30am-12:30pm
- Wed 29th Mar 2023 11.30am-12:30pm
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Curious Minds takes place at the 19th Wimbledon Scout HQ near Raynes Park. Please use these links to view the venue on a map:
Individual Tuition
Alec can also offer individual computing tuition sessions for children or adults. He can travel to you and bring a laptop for use during the session if one is required– most destinations in London should be feasible. Topics can include any of those covered in the introduction to Bitbuzz Computing at the top of this page. The cost for a one hour tuition session is £35. Please drop us an email at info@brickbuzz.uk to find out more and to discuss your requirements.