In this course, participants will learn how to program using code blocks in Microsoft MakeCode, a free, open source programming platform. Similar to Scratch, Microsoft MakeCode provides graphical, beginner-friendly, drag-and-drop code blocks. This course will be a good way for participants to practice thinking like a computer scientist without actually having to use syntax-based programming. Over the duration of the course, individuals will create five projects (scissors-paper-stone game, step counting device, digital compass, music machine, timing gates) on the micro:bit platform using MakeCode.