Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA) recruits a team of high school students, grades 9-12, for its hands-on National High School Computer Competition held during the BDPA Annual Technology Conference. These high school students must also be a member of BDPA.
Over a period of 10 months, they will meet weekly and receive quality instruction in basic programming concepts using the .NET programming language, Web site design using HTML, database design and various topics in career development. These valuable skills are marketable and can be put to practical use immediately.
Four to five qualified students will be selected from the training program to participate in the Annual Technology Conference. High school students from BDPA chapters across the country will have the opportunity to compete and apply what they have learned, network with other students, and meet representatives from some of the top companies in the Information Technology Industry.
To prepare students for the Programming Component of the competition, they are trained in the following areas:
