Dart Intro | Coding with Tawfiq

Getting Started

Introduction to Dart

Objective: Understand Dart's role in mobile app development, identify key language features, and create foundational programs.

Outcomes

Explain the benefits of Dart for mobile development.
Set up the Dart SDK and code editor.
Understand basic Dart syntax and control flow structures.
Write simple Dart programs using variables, data types, and control flow statements.

Lesson Outline

Introduction to Dart 20 min

Welcome & Course Overview

Brief introduction to the Dart programming language.
Discuss Dart's purpose and use cases (especially Flutter).

Benefits of Dart

How Dart simplifies mobile development.
Performance, ease of use, strong typing.

Setting Up

Install Dart SDK: Download and install from the official website.
Install VS Code + Flutter Plugin: Add Flutter/Dart extensions for a great developer experience.

Dart Syntax 40 min

Variables and Data Types

Declaring variables.
Types: int, double, String, bool.

Operators

Arithmetic: +, -, *, /
Assignment: =, +=, -=, …
Logical: &&, ||, !

Vibe Coding: Write small snippets using variables and operators. Use AI helpers (ChatGPT/Gemini) to brainstorm and debug. Share one fun output per group.

Control Flow 40 min

Conditionals

if-else with examples.
switch and when to prefer it.

Loops

for loops.
while and do-while with practical examples.

Vibe Coding: Build a console app that reads input and branches/loops based on logic. Test in DartPad or VS Code and present briefly.

Recap & Q&A 20 min

Key points: setup, syntax, control flow.
Open Q&A and showcase creative outputs.

Assignment

The assignment is available on the LMS.