Programming in C++ or Java
Do you want to learn another language? Unlock the mysterious power of code. Learn the essentials of programming in our C++ or Java camps. Students learning C++ utilize the industry-standard, integrated development environment Microsoft® Visual Studio® Express, creating impressive projects. Explore a new world and take a look behind the scenes by learning how to code your own amazing applications.
Students who are new to programming should not be intimidated by this course whatsoever. We have a fun, step by step approach. Students with prior experience will be challenged with new modules and real-world challenges. The world runs on code. Are you ready? Welcome to internalDrive! Do Something Big at our summer computer programming camps!
Please note: In most cases, our Instructors are versed in both C++ and Java. While it is still at the instructor’s discretion, if you prefer that your student learn one language over the other, we can make note of your preference and communicate it to our summer staff. After you register for this course, please contact Client Services at 1-888-709-TECH (8324) Option 1 to specify your preference.


Featured Software in Our C++ Camps
Students in our programming Microsoft camps will use Microsoft Visual Studio Express. Visual Studio is a comprehensive suite of tools designed to help developers create innovative applications. Learn more about other cutting edge products used at our summer camps.

Think You Can Crack the Code? It’s Your World. Program It!
These computer programming camps, game programming camps and computer science camps are all about code. Our computer science/programming summer camp will allow you to build your own programs from the ground up. This course will demystify the code behind some of the most commercially successful applications on the planet. The curriculum in these coding camps and scripting camps will take you on a step by step programming journey. Prepare to have a blast!
Gain More Skills and Save on Each Additional Week!
Save $50 off each additional week with these suggested multi-week packages. Either register for the SAME programming courses over multiple weeks, gaining advanced skills, or register for distinct courses over multiple weeks for a broad perspective.
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PROGRAMMING PACKAGE 1: Real-world application development.
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PROGRAMMING PACKAGE 2: Learn the programming languages behind video games.
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PROGRAMMING PACKAGE3: HTML, C++, Java, Game Scripting.
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SAMPLER PACKAGE: Learn many different skill sets.
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Gaming Activities: Gaming Tournaments, Ultimate Gaming Weekends
General gameplay is a fun aspect of our summer camps, but does not infringe on instructional time. This season will feature Gaming Tournaments and Ultimate Gaming Weekends showcasing the industry’s best. We use NVIDIA® GeForce® gaming cards for peak gaming performance. Students will play BIG titles from Epic Games®, Activision®, THQ®, Microsoft® GameStudios™ and more. In order to offer the most cutting edge experience for our campers, we have adopted the policy of allowing the use of some select games with ESRB ratings of “E” for Everyone, “T” for Teen and “M” for Mature to be used as part of our curriculum in a supervised environment. We take our corporate responsibility and iD family values very seriously, but cannot guarantee that younger students will avoid complete contact with these games. Please know that we make every effort to minimize exposure to any games not appropriate for these age groups.
Note 1: Gaming does NOT infringe on instructional time.
Note 2: Games with ESRB Ratings of E, T and M are used at our camps.
Attention Teens!
Check out the iD Programming Academy, a two-week intensive teen-only programming academy. Also, make sure to check out the Teen Scene at our teen camps as well as our other courses at iD Tech Camps. Interested in gaming? Check out our NVIDIA-hosted teen gaming tournaments.
Skill Level & Ages
This course is customized for beginner to advanced learners ages 12-17. Curriculum at this programming camp is delivered in small student clusters and individually tailored to each student. Our academic summer programs allow students to go home with a completed project at the end of the week. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Algebra.
What’s New?
Updated curriculum! Students in this summer computer programming camp will now have more time to code and gain a deeper understanding of the dynamic world of computer programming. Beginning students will learn the fundamentals of programming (in C++ or Java). Advanced students can look forward to college level topics including various types of algorithms and abstract data types. You may even learn how to create your own real and eye-catching WINDOWS applications with buttons, checkboxes and more!
How We Teach
Industry Leading Curriculum & Instruction
Average 6 Students per Staff for Personalized Learning
We maintain an average of just 6 students per instructor. The small ratios ensure personalized instruction and the highest caliber technology summer camp experience. Students at iD are taught only by hand-selected adult staff.
Adult-Only Staff – No Counselors-in-Training
Our entire staff is comprised of adults age 18 and over. iD Tech Camps has respectfully created a no Counselors-in-Training (CIT) policy at our summer technology camps. Students learn best from adults who have mastered their skills in technology. Instruction is delivered by graduate and undergraduate students majoring in the fields of Film, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Education, Media Arts, and other related fields.
Beginner to Advanced
Our ever-evolving curriculum is designed for beginning through advanced learners, allowing students to move along at their own pace with customized lessons for a fun and appropriate challenge. We use award-winning brand-name software.
Weeklong Courses
Students focus on one course topic per week. Our weeklong kids camps and teen camp courses provide students with a firm understanding of their course topic. Many students enroll in multiple weeks of summer camp by exploring many different course topics.
Please note: In most cases, our Instructors are versed in both C++ and Java. While it is still at the instructor’s discretion, if you prefer that your student learn one language over the other, we can make note of your preference and communicate it to our summer staff. After you register for this course, please contact Client Services at 1-888-709-TECH (8324) Option 1 to specify your preference.
Our Recommendations
Like solving mathematical equations? Are you an aspiring computer programmer or simply intrigued by programming? Do you want to know what the folks at Microsoft® and Facebook do for a living? Look no further. This computer science summer camp will help you achieve your goals. Even if you have never programmed before, by the end of the week at these programming camps, you’ll be coding proficiently. Advanced students will find the right challenge with our customizable curriculum.
This course is also well-suited for students wanting to learn the nuts and bolts of the programming used in our gaming courses.
Tuition & Hours
What’s Included?
Course Instruction, supervision, camp T-shirt, campus tours, hardware/software discounts, free iD 365 – Endless Summer online workshops, and optional sports, chess, gaming tournaments, and continuing education units (for 11th & 12th graders only). Campers also take home exciting raffle prizes, a personalized diploma of graduation and impressive new tech skills.
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| Day Camps Ages 7-17 |
Monday – Thursday: 9AM to 5PM Friday: |
Lunch can be purchased for an additional $50/week. | $779/week | Improved drop-off & pick-up times! Parents can drop off between 8:30AM & 9:00AM, and pick up between 5:00PM & 5:30PM (3:30PM on Fridays). We recommend arriving at 8:30AM on your first day of camp to avoid the last minute rush. |
| Extended Day Camps Ages 7-17 |
Monday – Thursday: 7:30AM to 7PM Friday: |
Includes all meals | $999/week | The perfect option for commuting parents who need extra time in the mornings and want the convenience of someone else preparing breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
| Overnight Camps Ages 10-17 |
Sunday: 6PM to Friday: |
Includes all meals and 24/7 supervision. | $1,249/week Stay the weekend: add $349 |
The complete collegiate experience! Students stay in real campus dorms (room with a buddy or make a new friend), eat in the university dining hall and participate in fun evening activities.* |
| Ultimate Gaming Weekends Ages 12-17 |
Friday: 3:30PM to Sunday: |
Includes all meals and 24/7 supervision. | $349/weekend | Get your game on! Stay the weekend and game with us.** |
*Overnight iD Tech Campers must be 10+. No exceptions, please.
**Students ages 12+ can stay the weekend at select locations for $349. Students at Stanford, ages 10+, can also stay the weekend.
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