Code Foundations

Thinking about learning to code but not sure where to start? One of the most common questions we hear is, “Which programming language should I learn first?” The answer is: It depends. As Web Developer Pat DePuydt explains in the video below, the tech industry changes fast. And with over 600 possible languages to choose…

Planning to learn to code in 2025? We know it can feel overwhelming — especially if you’ve never coded before. But you’ve got this! And we’ve put together a list of five tips and resources to help you stay accountable to your learning goals this year. Set bite-sized, achievable goals Setting a big, lofty goal…

Landing a job in tech can be a thrill — but it can also feel intimidating, like you’re asking to join an exclusive club or sit at the cool kids’ table. If you identify as a woman or a non-binary person, this experience is heightened, because you may not see people like you represented in…

It’s that time of year again — the time for making New Year’s resolutions! It can be tempting to set big, life-changing goals. But the loftiest resolutions are usually the first to be abandoned. This year, let’s resolve to make resolutions we can keep. Every major accomplishment requires a smaller first step. You can’t run…

A common misconception that people have about programmers is that they know everything. In reality, most programmers aren’t human encyclopedias — they search things on Google and Stack Overflow constantly and rely on autocomplete just like the rest of us. What programmers do have is a unique approach to solving problems that comes with knowledge…

When you set a big goal, how often do you celebrate your progress? Sometimes, we get so caught up in advancing to the next step that we forget to appreciate how far we’ve come. But it’s important to remember that, with each line of code, you’re that much closer to your end goal — whether…

Whether you’re looking for a new career or hobby, game development can be a great choice. Not only does it allow you to combine your creative and technical skills, but there’s a satisfaction that comes with watching people enjoy something you’ve poured your heart into. (Plus, it can also be pretty lucrative.) But before you…

Landing a job in tech can be a thrill — but it can also feel intimidating, like you’re asking to join an exclusive club or sit at the cool kids’ table. If you identify as a woman or a non-binary person, this experience is heightened, because you may not see people like you represented in…

Planning to learn to code in 2023? We know it can feel overwhelming — especially if you’ve never coded before. But you’ve got this! And we’ve put together a list of five tips and resources to help you stay accountable to your coding goals this year. Set bite-sized, achievable goals Setting a big, lofty goal…

It’s that time of year again — the time for making New Year’s resolutions! It can be tempting to set big, life-changing goals. But the loftiest resolutions are usually the first to be abandoned. This year, let’s resolve to make resolutions we can keep. Every major accomplishment requires a smaller first step. You can’t run…