First steps in coding
The basic ideas behind coding through games, puzzles and Scratch — the visual coding tool used in schools — then moving on to typed code when they're ready.
Goolwa · Victor Harbor · Port Elliot · online
Learn to code from someone who does it for a living.
One-to-one coding lessons for kids, teens and adults — first games for younger coders, building websites, and learning how real software gets made. Taught by a working software developer, built around a project you actually want to make.
Working with Children Check held · In person on the Fleurieu or online anywhere
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What we cover
Every lesson is built around a project you actually want to make, so the ideas stick because you need them.
Making games in Unity
Build a playable game with Unity and C# — the same tools professional studios use — from moving a character to scores, levels and a finished build.
Websites and JavaScript
HTML, CSS and JavaScript — making a personal site or interactive page and putting it online for real.
Help with school coding projects
Getting unstuck on Digital Technologies projects and assessments, explained clearly rather than done for you.
How developers really work
Version control with git, testing, deploying a project, and using AI coding tools properly instead of copying what they produce.
Learning to code later on
For career changers or anyone curious — practical lessons at your pace, from first lines of code to building something useful.
Hi, I'm Adam
A software developer living on the Fleurieu. I'm not a classroom teacher — I teach the skills I use every day at work, the way they're actually used.
- Software developer since 2019, working across websites, games, VR and AI tools.
- Game developer on shipped titles, and built VR features in Unity for Meta Quest.
- Built the interactive ocean exhibit at the Victor Harbor Whale Centre.
- Teaching assistant at children's coding camps for ages 4 to 14.
- MSc in Computer Science (University of Sussex) and a First Class degree in Design for Games.
- South Australian Working with Children Check.
How it works
No contracts and no packages to buy up front.
Get in touch
Tell me who the lessons are for, what they're into and what they'd like to make.
First session, half price
We find their level and start a small project, so you can see if it suits.
Keep going if it clicks
Weekly or fortnightly sessions, in person or online — whatever fits your family.
Prices
Sessions are one hour, one to one.
Online
$45 / hour
Anywhere in Australia, over video call with a shared screen.
In person
$45 / hour
Around Goolwa, Victor Harbor, Port Elliot and Middleton.
First session
Try it out
$22.50
Half price, so there's no big commitment to find out if it works.
Common questions
Do I need any experience?
None at all. Lessons start from wherever you are, including complete beginners.
What ages do you teach?
Any age, from young children up to adults. With younger kids we start with the basic ideas behind coding through games and simple projects, and go at whatever pace suits them — just get in touch and we'll work out what fits.
What do we need for online lessons?
A laptop or desktop computer with an internet connection. All the software we use is free, and I'll help you set it up in the first session.
Where do in-person sessions happen?
At your home, or somewhere public like the local library — whatever you're most comfortable with.
Are you checked to work with children?
Yes — I hold a current South Australian Working with Children Check.
Do you help with school assignments?
Yes, for Digital Technologies and similar subjects. I'll help them understand the work and get unstuck, not do it for them.
Book a session
Send a quick message and I'll get back to you, usually the same day.