40thieves
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4 years ago Thanks for starting the discussion @ChrisOwen101, it was on my list too.
How to navigate through a folder structure
I actually think this could be expanded to a more general concept of the "file tree metaphor". It is important for the terminal, but also when understanding other things that use the same metaphor. For example, import/require statements require knowledge of relative paths, and to some extent URLs too.
Our students currently do not learn Terminal or Command Line properly until they reach the React course
I think we should explicitly address the question of whether the terminal should be taught from the beginning of the class, as this is an extremely common suggestion from new volunteers IME. I personally am on the fence about it, so open to opinions.
SallyMcGrath
Which module(s) and week(s) does this change effect? Module(s): React + 1 Other Week(s): n/a
What is the work that needs to be done?
Our students currently do not learn Terminal or Command Line properly until they reach the React course. We should find some time earlier than React in the syllabus to teach command line.
This lesson should cover enough that they can use React (and the common tasks associated with React) through the Terminal.
Areas to consider:
This would should include
Why is this work important to do?
The extra cognitive load of learning command line whilst doing React means that some students struggle more than they should with the module. By moving this earlier into the syllabus is gives us some more lead time to make sure students understand it.
Who might need to know about this change?
@40thieves