Girl Code
Gaming, Going Viral, and Getting It Done
By Andrea Gonzales, Sophie Houser | Publisher: HarperCollins
About the book
A New York Public Library Best Book of 2017
Perfect for aspiring coders everywhere, Girl Code is the story of two teenage tech phenoms who met at Girls Who Code summer camp, teamed up to create a viral video game, and ended up becoming world famous. The book also includes bonus content to help you start coding!
Fans of funny and inspiring books like Maya Van Wagenen’s Popular and Caroline Paul’s Gutsy Girl will love hearing about Andrea “Andy” Gonzales and Sophie Houser’s journey from average teens to powerhouses.
Through the success of their video game, Andy and Sophie got unprecedented access to some of the biggest start-ups and tech companies, and now they’re sharing what they’ve seen. Their video game and their commitment to inspiring young women have been covered by the Huffington Post, Buzzfeed, CNN, Teen Vogue, Jezebel, the Today show, and many more.
Get ready for an inside look at the tech industry, the true power of coding, and some of the amazing women who are shaping the world. Andy and Sophie reveal not only what they’ve learned about opportunities in science and technology but also the true value of discovering your own voice and creativity.
A Junior Library Guild selection
A Children's Book Council Best STEM Trade Book for Students K-12
What happens when two teenage girls use their coding skills to take on a social taboo?
- Coding for Teens: Go behind the scenes as Andy and Sophie learn to code at the Girls Who Code summer program and turn their final project into a global sensation.
- Feminism for Teens: Discover how their viral video game, Tampon Run, used humor and code to challenge the social stigma around menstruation and start an important conversation.
- Video Game Design: Get an inside look at the tech industry as the girls navigate start-ups, press interviews, and hackathons, sharing what they learned along the way.
- Inspirational Friendship Story: Follow the power of collaboration as Andy and Sophie combine their unique skills and personalities to overcome challenges, both in code and in life.
- Learn to Code: Get started on your own coding journey with a bonus appendix full of tutorials and resources to help you write your first program.
Editions of Girl Code
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780062472472
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062472489
Read an Excerpt
A New York Public Library Best Book of 2017
Perfect for aspiring coders everywhere, Girl Code is the story of two teenage tech phenoms who met at Girls Who Code summer camp, teamed up to create a viral video game, and ended up becoming world famous. The book also includes bonus content to help you start coding!
Fans of funny and inspiring books like Maya Van Wagenen’s Popular and Caroline Paul’s Gutsy Girl will love hearing about Andrea “Andy” Gonzales and Sophie Houser’s journey from average teens to powerhouses.
Through the success of their video game, Andy and Sophie got unprecedented access to some of the biggest start-ups and tech companies, and now they’re sharing what they’ve seen. Their video game and their commitment to inspiring young women have been covered by the Huffington Post, Buzzfeed, CNN, Teen Vogue, Jezebel, the Today show, and many more.
Get ready for an inside look at the tech industry, the true power of coding, and some of the amazing women who are shaping the world. Andy and Sophie reveal not only what they’ve learned about opportunities in science and technology but also the true value of discovering your own voice and creativity.
A Junior Library Guild selection
A Children's Book Council Best STEM Trade Book for Students K-12
What happens when two teenage girls use their coding skills to take on a social taboo?
- Coding for Teens: Go behind the scenes as Andy and Sophie learn to code at the Girls Who Code summer program and turn their final project into a global sensation.
- Feminism for Teens: Discover how their viral video game, Tampon Run, used humor and code to challenge the social stigma around menstruation and start an important conversation.
- Video Game Design: Get an inside look at the tech industry as the girls navigate start-ups, press interviews, and hackathons, sharing what they learned along the way.
- Inspirational Friendship Story: Follow the power of collaboration as Andy and Sophie combine their unique skills and personalities to overcome challenges, both in code and in life.
- Learn to Code: Get started on your own coding journey with a bonus appendix full of tutorials and resources to help you write your first program.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Girl Code about?
A New York Public Library Best Book of 2017
Perfect for aspiring coders everywhere, Girl Code is the story of two teenage tech phenoms who met at Girls Who Code summer camp, teamed up to create a viral video game, and ended up becoming world famous. The book also includes bonus content to help you start coding!
Fans of funny and inspiring books like Maya Van Wagenen’s Popular and Caroline Paul’s Gutsy Girl will love hearing about Andrea “Andy” Gonzales and Sophie Houser’s journey from average teens to powerhouses.
Through the success of their video game, Andy and Sophie got unprecedented access to some of the biggest start-ups and tech companies, and now they’re sharing what they’ve seen. Their video game and their commitment to inspiring young women have been covered by the Huffington Post, Buzzfeed, CNN, Teen Vogue, Jezebel, the Today show, and many more.
Get ready for an inside look at the tech industry, the true power of coding, and some of the amazing women who are shaping the world. Andy and Sophie reveal not only what they’ve learned about opportunities in science and technology but also the true value of discovering your own voice and creativity.
A Junior Library Guild selection
A Children's Book Council Best STEM Trade Book for Students K-12
What happens when two teenage girls use their coding skills to take on a social taboo?
- Coding for Teens: Go behind the scenes as Andy and Sophie learn to code at the Girls Who Code summer program and turn their final project into a global sensation.
- Feminism for Teens: Discover how their viral video game, Tampon Run, used humor and code to challenge the social stigma around menstruation and start an important conversation.
- Video Game Design: Get an inside look at the tech industry as the girls navigate start-ups, press interviews, and hackathons, sharing what they learned along the way.
- Inspirational Friendship Story: Follow the power of collaboration as Andy and Sophie combine their unique skills and personalities to overcome challenges, both in code and in life.
- Learn to Code: Get started on your own coding journey with a bonus appendix full of tutorials and resources to help you write your first program.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Girl Code?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: Personal and social topics > Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Self-awareness and self-esteem
Where can I read a sample of Girl Code?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062472472
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Girl Code?
Andrea Gonzales, Sophie Houser
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Girl Code is available as paperback(ISBN 9780062472472) and ebook(ISBN 9780062472489)
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