Teens – Intro to Browser Extensions

Browser extensions are small software programs that modify and enhance our experience on the web. They range from playful to practical, with the goal of doing one thing, well. Extensions can help customize our browsing experience or increase productivity by reducing repetitive tasks. In this workshop, we will use code as a tool for empowerment, to develop agency and harness change by building our own extension for Google Chrome!

This workshop is designed to be a hands-on experience, where learners will:
– learn basic programming techniques and concepts that are translatable to other programming languages
– review the basic building blocks of how HTML, CSS, and JavaScript work together to create richer online experiences
– load and update extensions using Chrome’s developer mode
modify and replace elements using JavaScript (more kittens on the web!)

Prerequisites:
None! This workshop is designed for beginners.