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Black Girls Code Raleigh-Durham: Code a story with Ruby (Ages 7-13)
April 20 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
๐ Calling all storytellers! ๐
Computer Science๐ป is like the secret ingredient that makes movies extra awesome! It’s all about creating, coding, and fixing the cool machines and programs that bring our favorite movies to life. Without computer science, our movie magic๐ซjust wouldn’t be the same! So, let’s celebrate how coding can make movie dreams come true in countless fun ways! ๐ฌโจ๐ค
๐ Get ready for an exciting workshop with the creators of Little Ruby!
๐ Learn the secrets of great storytelling!
๐ฌ Discover how the award winning ๐ Little Ruby film was made!
โจ Use Scratch to create your own cartoon story with Ruby as the star!
LUNCH will be provided! ๐ฅ ๐
Don’t miss out on this epic adventure! Sign up now! ๐๐ฅ๐
Why is coding for me?
๐ค As of 2023, women only make up 27% of the TECH workforce, of which Black women account for only 3%. ๐ฎ Black Girls in TECH bring diversity to how problems are solved across all domains, help shape technology that meets a range of needs, and pave the way for a more equitable future for women in TECH. Black Girls are needed to bring TECH to the next level! Join a session and get ready to make an impact on our future. ๐
Black Girls Code (BGC) is dedicated to empowering black girls through computer programming workshops and engaging events designed to cultivate knowledge and skills within TECH. BGC offers a platform for students to learn about TECH career paths, foster meaningful connections, and build confidence. ๐