Young or old, learning a bit of code can help you better understand and appreciate technology. I never thought I would need to learn code but the more I’ve learned, the more vital the info has been. Yes, there are tools that can help you accomplish tasks without learning any code when managing a website (like buttons to add a link or embed a video) but when things don’t work, knowing how to write the code to accomplish simple tasks without having to rely on technology has been very important.
If you want to try your hand at coding, check out one of these five resources to learn to code for free.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy teaches users the basics of Javascript and processing and is filled with informational videos, beginning with “What is Programming”. With its comprehensive curriculum, Khan is a great place to learn to code for free.
