Today is the day global tech giants are asking everyone to spend one hour learning to code. #HourofCode was created as a way to give every student a chance to learn computer science.
Let's face it, everything requires computer technology now. I don't know a single IT person who lost a job during the most recent economic downturn. There aren't many jobs that promise lifetime employment, but computer coding is pretty close.
There are many times I wished I understood computer coding a bit better. There are often small changes I could make without having to submit a ticket to our company's IT department. I'm sure if I had a better grip on coding I could make the changes in the amount of time it takes me to complete the ticket sharepoint form.
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#Hourofcode is the largest initiative of its kind, ever. Backed by Microsoft, Google, Apple, Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, the Boys & Girls Clubs, and over 100 other partners, the goal is to to bring computer science to every child, in every school, during Computer Science Education Week (Dec. 9-15).
According to a recent email sent by Hadi Partovi, founder, Code.org, fewer kids learn to program than 10 years ago. Ninety percent of schools don't teach it.
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#Hourofcode is an introduction to computer science designed to demystify code and show that anyone can learn the basics. There are hour-long tutorials featuring Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates, Angry Birds, and Plants vs. Zombies -- for your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Whatever else is on your to do list this week, set aside one hour to learn about coding this week. No experience is needed. You can find all the information you need at http://hourofcode.com.
