Understanding how software works and writing a program are currently frequent requirements
when hiring employees. The complexity of learning programming often results in educational
failures, student frustration and lack of motivation, because different students prefer different learning
paths. Although e-learning courses have led to many improvements in the methodology and the
supporting technology for more effective programming learning, misunderstanding of programming
principles is one of the main reasons for students leaving school early. Universities face a challenging
task: how to harmonise students’ education, focusing on advanced knowledge in the development of
software applications, with students’ education in cases where writing code is a new skill. The article
proposes a conceptual framework focused on the comprehensive training of future programmers
using microlearning and automatic evaluation of source codes to achieve immediate feedback for
students. This framework is designed to involve students in the software development of virtual
learning environment software that will provide their education, thus ensuring the sustainability of
the environment in line with modern development trends. The paper’s final part is devoted to verifying
the contribution of the presented elements through quantitative research on the introductory
parts of the framework. It turned out that although the application of interactive features did not
lead to significant measurable progress during the first semester of study, it significantly improved
the results of students in subsequent courses focused on advanced programming
