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Coding

Python for 11 Year Olds: Term Time or Holiday Clubs

There are many programming languages to choose for kids who want to start coding. Some coding languages are easier to use and others. With very young children, we recommend they start with visual block coding applications, and then as...

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31st August 2023

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Coding

Can a Kid Learn C++?

C++ is a general-purpose object-orientated programming language developed as an extension of the C programming language. It was created by Bjarne Stroustrup in the early 1980s at Bell Labs. C++ adds object-oriented programming (OOP)...

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31st August 2023

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3D Printing

Why Kids Should Learn 3D Printing: The Benefits

Your child doesn’t have to be a budding artist, engineer, or designer, to benefit from learning how 3D printing works. Any child can learn 3D printing, as it can offer several benefits for their current development and can even open...

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22nd August 2023

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Minecraft

How Does Minecraft Teach Problem Solving?

Minecraft has become a cultural phenomenon that has captured the imagination of millions of people, young and old alike, but mainly children. One of the reasons for its popularity is that it is not just a game but can also be used as a...

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21st August 2023

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Tech Courses

5 of the Best AI Learning Apps for Children

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to become a feature in the lives of our children. As AI technology continues to advance, it’s important that kids learn about AI and how it works as it very likely going to impact their future career...

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21st August 2023

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Tech Courses

Can Kids Use Microsoft Office from a Young Age?

The Microsoft Office is ubiquitous, being used in schools, homes, and businesses around the world. As such, some parents might wonder at what age kids can use the suite of Microsoft Office applications from. The answer isn’t really that...

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14th August 2023

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Minecraft

Does Minecraft Use Java or JavaScript?

Minecraft has captured the attention of millions of gamers worldwide. It will often lead to kids developing a bigger interest in tech and coding, which is why we run our Minecraft coding camps and online courses. When children learn...

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10th July 2023

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Coding

Java Classes for Kids: Take the Course Online or a Summer Camp

Java has become one of the most popular programming languages in the world and is used by brands including Google, Amazon, and Oracle. It’s widely used in many industries, including finance, healthcare, and education, and it’s this...

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7th July 2023

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Roblox

Does Roblox Use JavaScript? (Clearing Up the Confusion)

One of our students starting our Roblox Game Developer course recently asked us whether Roblox uses Javascript. The answer is no, and this blog post aims to clear up any confusion about it, and instead explains what coding languages...

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7th July 2023

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Roblox

What is Lua Used For? (Common Applications Including Roblox)

It’s estimated that more than 20 million players are on the Roblox platform daily, and unbeknown to many of them, this means they are interacting with the Lua programming language with each mouse movement and keyboard click they make....

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3rd July 2023