Category: Coding

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Season 2, Episode 8: Vibe Coding AI Tools – I Built the Same App 4 Times… Here’s What Happened

What Happens When AI Builds Your App for You? I set out to build a simple app for kids. Nothing overly complex. Just an idea: “Backyard Coding Adventures”An app that generates fun outdoor coding challenges based on age. But instead ...
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Did AI Break the Final Exam? A Classroom Experiment That Rethinks Quizzes and Tests

Artificial intelligence is not slowly entering education.  It has already arrived. In classrooms across the country, students are using tools like ChatGPT and Gemini to brainstorm, draft, analyze, and refine ideas. Some educators see this as a threat. Others see it ...
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Season 2, Episode 1: From Y2K to the Year 2038 Bug: When Time Breaks Computers

Episode Overview While cleaning out my office, I uncovered a 3.5-inch floppy disk labeled “Y2K Startup Disk.” That small discovery sparks a deeper conversation about how computers handle time, why Y2K was a real engineering concern, and how similar assumptions ...
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I Finally Shipped the Small Thing

There’s a funny pattern I’ve noticed over the years. Big ideas tend to get a lot of attention.Small, useful ideas tend to get delayed. This week, I finally shipped one of the small ones. If you’ve been around GetMeCoding for ...
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Coding Toy Idea Book 2026: The Best Coding and STEM Toys for Kids (Without More Screen Time)

The holiday season is here, and it’s the perfect time to spark creativity and curiosity in young minds. Coding toys make learning fun and meaningful by blending play with essential skills like problem-solving, logical thinking, and creativity. Whether you’re shopping ...
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How to Teach Kids to Use AI Chatbots Safely & Responsibly

Why AI is the Future (and Why Kids Need to Learn It!) Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just something out of a sci-fi movie—it’s everywhere! From voice assistants like Alexa to AI-powered games, kids are already interacting with AI ...
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Coding Toy Idea Book Download [2026 Update]

Download the Coding Toy Idea Book 2026 Choosing a coding toy today isn’t just about finding something educational, it’s about finding tools that help kids think, explore, and stay curious without adding more screen time. The Coding Toy Idea Book ...
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Exploring the Makeblock mBot 2: A Wonderful Tool for Learning and Tinkering

It’s always a special day when I get to talk about new ways to learn, explore, and build together. Today, I want to share something very special that can help us all grow our skills and have fun doing it ...
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Digital Eye Strain: How to Help Kids Who Code Manage and Prevent It

In today’s world, technology is a big part of our children’s lives, and coding is a wonderful way for them to learn, create, and explore. But as they spend more time in front of screens, we want to make sure ...
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