Code Cauldron Portishead - Mr Gillman Tuition

When: Mondays from 5:30-7 pm
A fortnightly, face-to-face club
Set in a cosy, local learning space
All club members must bring their laptop to each session
Tea & Coffee included
Online projects/collaborative tasks will be provided during club leader holidays

Are you an adult eager to learn coding and make new friends?

Code Cauldron Portishead is the perfect place to concoct your coding skills while connecting with others in a fun, in-person setting!

Joining Instructions

At our in-person Code Club, we’ll use Visual Studio Code (VS Code), a lightweight yet powerful IDE. It supports a wide range of programming languages and has a rich ecosystem of extensions. One of the key reasons we chose VS Code is its compatibility with Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). This allows developers on Windows to use a full Linux environment without dual-booting or managing virtual machines.

How to Install Visual Studio Code used for club sessions:

Follow the links below to install Visual Studio Code on your operating system:

Windows (PC): Install Visual Studio Code for Windows: https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/setup/windows
PLUS: Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL): WSL Installation Guide – https://learn.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows/wsl/install

MacOS: Install Visual Studio Code https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/setup/mac

Linux: Install Visual Studio Code for Linux https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/setup/linux

Why Use WSL?

WSL enables a Linux-like development experience directly on Windows, which is perfect for those working with open-source tools or deploying to Linux-based servers. A lot of web development is done on Linux. By combining WSL with VS Code, you can:

Run Linux commands and scripts natively on Windows.

Use Linux development tools, compilers, and environments seamlessly.

Enjoy better performance and less overhead compared to traditional virtual machines.

Easily switch between Windows and Linux file systems while coding.

Make use of guides and documentation written assuming you are using Linux

This setup is ideal for web development, data science, and projects that require a Linux-based environment, making it a great tool for both beginners and experienced developers.

Join us at Code Cauldron to learn, network, and master coding with these powerful tools!

Meet The Club Leader:
Paul Sharpe

Paul is an Aerospace Engineer with 15 years of experience in the industry. He’s worked on structures, fuel systems and electrical installations. Outside of his professional career, Paul is an avid coder. He’s built several drones from scratch and is proficient in computer languages such as Python, C++, Java Script, and much more! Paul’s passion is to pass on his knowledge to fellow enthusiasts!

Our Learning Space

Welcome to our specialised classroom, where every student’s unique needs are met with care and support. Our SEN-friendly environment is designed to promote focus, engagement, and meaningful learning experiences. With personalised attention and tailored resources, we empower neurodivergent and neurotypical students to thrive academically and beyond.

Summary & Book

When: Mondays from 5:30-7 pm
A fortnightly, face-to-face club
Set in a cosy, local learning space
All club members must bring their own laptop to each session
Tea & Coffee included
Online projects/collaborative tasks will be provided during club leader holidays