Computer programming is not usually taught to 8-year-olds. But a new system developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology turns building video games into child’s play. The system is called ...

Did you know Python has several hidden easter eggs? Turns out, your favorite programming language isn't just helpful for ...

Coding is a big deal right now. Worldwide, 36 million kids have taken part in “Hour of code” activities, helping them become active, rather than passive users of technology and starting learning that ...

The framework, aimed at streamlining the creation of the new breed of Web apps, moves toward 1.0 release Meteor is billed as an open source JavaScript platform for quickly building Web apps. Only ...

For years, computer science experts have been pushing K–12 schools to teach coding as early as kindergarten. Now, more teachers are finding creative ways to integrate coding into their curriculum, ...

Python for Kids by Jason R. Briggs (No Starch Press, 2013) is a super gentle introduction to Python and to programming in general. Rated for kids ten years and older (the back cover says 10+), the ...

Based on code from a real computer program, you can feel safe and secure that no sneaky syntax errors will be present when having fun with your family and friends. It entertains two to four players ...

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CS 106A is Stanford University’s introductory programming course. The module – which is also available to view on YouTube – introduces the fundamentals of coding in an accessible way, and lays the ...