program setup
Get Your Computers Ready for TeachForth
TeachForth uses GitHub Codespaces for our Python and Java classes, so students can code directly in the browser.
For 3D Modeling classes, we use Blender, which must be installed on each computer.
coding setup
TeachForth uses GitHub Codespaces for both Python and Java, so coding happens directly in the browser.
01
CHECK YOUR BROWSER
Students will use GitHub Codespaces in a web browser. Make sure each computer has a current version of Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari.
02
CREATE YOUR GITHUB ACCOUNT
Every student needs their own free GitHub account to participate in TeachForth coding classes.
03
USE GITHUB
CODESPACES
TeachForth uses GitHub Codespaces for both Python and Java. Students can write, run, and save their code without installing coding software on the computer.
A note for program coordinators
3D MODELING SETUP
INSTALL BLENDER BEFORE YOUR FIRST CLASS
TeachForth uses Blender for all 3D Modeling classes.
Please download and install Blender on each computer students will use. After installation, open the program to make sure it launches correctly.
BEFORE YOUR PROGRAM STARTS
Make sure everything is ready
Run through these quick checks before your students’ first TeachForth class.
For Coding Classes
- Browser opens correctly
- GitHub is accessible
- Student can sign in to GitHub
- GitHub Codespaces opens successfully
- Google Meet and Codespaces work together
For 3D Modeling Classes
- Blender is installed
- Blender opens normally
- Google Meet and Blender work together
WE'RE HERE TO HELP!
Need Help Getting Set Up?
Having trouble preparing your computers? Contact TeachForth before your first class, and we’ll help you get everything ready.
