From video games to interactive stories, digital media is a powerful way to make your message, cause, or idea stand out in a crowded online world.

Canada has become a major leader in the video game industry, yet, like most technology, only a small percentage of games are built by women.

On September 24th, 2016, Ladies Learning Code is hosting its fourth annual National Learn to Code Day -- the first and only event of its kind in Canada. On that day, over 1,500 Canadians will gather together in over 25 communities to challenge themselves to learn a new skill: interactive storytelling and game making using HTML & CSS.

In this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop, you will create a game, quiz, or interactive story that's centred on a case, community, or message that you care about while learning critical coding skills.

This workshop has been designed for absolute beginners. If you know absolutely nothing about coding or computer programming, you’ve come to the right place! Our only expectation is that you know how to open up a web browser and do something online like checking your email.

You must bring your own laptop (please let us know if you don't have access to one, and we'll do our best to provide one for you) and power cord. We'll provide a catered lunch, a safe and supportive learning environment, a 4:1 learner-to-mentor ratio, an awesome instructor, and lots of fun and energy! Registration is by-donation (suggested $30).

Men are welcome to attend this workshop, but we encourage you to bring a female learner where possible.

Please RSVP, as space is limited: http://bit.ly/2cBpvUs