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Codecademy recently held our bi-annual internal hackathon. Now, we’re explaining what a hackathon actually is, and why you might want to take part in one.

When I walked into my first coding interview, I assumed I didn't have to understand data structures and algorithms. Oh, how I was wrong.

I used natural language processing and other machine learning techniques to analyze the discography of an artist with an intriguing history: Taylor Swift.

I made a machine learning model that gave me some insights into my favorite reality TV show, Survivor. Now, I'm explaining how I did it, step-by-step.

Artificial neural networks are interconnected groups of nodes, akin to the vast network of neurons in a brain. Let’s explore how they came into existence.

We're providing an in-depth comparison of two of the most popular code editors: Visual Studio and Sublime Text.

Learn what data structures are, why they are useful, and how you can use them effectively.

How the first browser war— and an especially productive 10 days—led to the creation of JavaScript, the most important language in modern web development.

We're taking a look at how educators use Codecademy, which school systems use it the most, and best practices for incorporating it into your curriculum.

My experiences as a computer science student, teacher, and curriculum developer have given me a perspective on CS education that I would love to share.

Learning to code can level up your career, but how (and where) should you learn? Let’s dig into the differences between coding bootcamps and Codecademy.

Data science is one of this century's hottest fields, but breaking in is still a little confusing. This is a step-by-step guide to landing your first gig.

Great programmers know that errors are part of the process. We'll teach you how to find the solutions to errors while learning something new from each one.

For an entire generation, MySpace was a gateway to writing code. We looked back on the site's code editor and explained how it led to the site’s downfall.

Workers in all industries are being asked to do more and learn more. The future of work may mean wearing multiple hats—one of which is coding.

25% of users told us they started coding because they want to work remotely. We explained which technical skills you need to make remote work your reality.

What is the difference between coding and programming? And what is programming, really? Learn from a journalist turned coder who breaks it down, step-by-step.

With help from the experts at AngelList and Paysa, we explained how to communicate your technical skills on your resume and online career profiles.

Pat DePuydt is an artist-turned-coding teacher who wants you to know that you're not alone. In Part 2, he offers strategies for overcoming coding difficulties.

Pat DePuydt is an artist-turned-coding teacher who wants you to know that you're not alone. In Part 1, he outlines his students' most common challenges.

Topping the charts on Hacker News can be a game changer, but it’s not easy. We used SQL to discover what the most successful submissions have in common.

Spreadsheet applications like Excel are ubiquitous, but they come with risks. Learn why SQL is a faster, easier, and safer way to manipulate and analyze data.

Learning Python is more fun and more effective when you have a community to support and inspire you along the way. Look for these qualities in your group.

Practice using your browser's developer tools to inspect and modify websites by inspecting and modifying this article

I asked the questions Wikipedia failed to fully answer: what is machine learning, who should be learning it and how soon can I visit Westworld?