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Introduction to Visual Basic using Karel the Robot in Excel
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Introduction to Visual Basic using Karel the Robot in Excel

Programming a Virtual Robot
Created byScott Knecht
Last updated 7/2018
English

What you'll learn

  • Students who apply themselves will find a breakthrough in their approach to designing macros.

Course content

1 section • 8 lectures • 34m total length

  • Loops: While, For4:02
  • If Statement and Functions (Subs)4:06

    Learn how to implement if statements and functions (subs) in Visual Basic, using Karel the robot in Excel to perform conditional turns and run sub procedures.

  • Debugger using [Shift+F8] and [F8] keys3:19

    Learn to debug in Visual Basic with Karel the Robot in Excel by setting stops, resetting, and stepping through code with Shift+F8 and F8 to step into or over.

  • Methodology4:59

    Embrace a methodology for problem solving with Karl the robot, organize your logic before language-specific syntax, and explore Stanford resources and quick reference cards.

  • Decomposition - Your First Challenge6:50
  • Karel the Robot Challenges / Puzzles2:41
  • Visual Basic Resources and Code6:48
  • Wrapping It Up1:52

Requirements

  • Microsoft Excel

Description

Karel the Robot, used by Stanford University and implemented here in Excel VBA, is a fun way to engage new students in creating programs.  

Stripping away any cumbersome details, we will use Karel the Robot to focus on the essence of programming.  We will practice how to organize your thoughts into the proper structure which will sharpen your skills for more difficult problems.

Who this course is for:

  • Someone wanting to take their macro and programming approach to the next level of efficiency.

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