Learning to code Understanding open source software: A Q&A Open source software is essential to the work of many engineers, but what exactly is it? We spoke with Codecademy Senior Software Engineer Josh to learn more.
Community Getting to know the Codecademy Forums The Codecademy Forums are the heart of our community. While many people think the forums are just a place to go when you’re stuck, they're so much more.
Teams 6 reasons your non-technical employees should learn to code Whether you manage marketers, analysts, salespeople, product managers, or other non-technical specialists, technical skills can help prepare your team for the future. Here are a few benefits of having your non-technical employees learn to code.
Community Learning to code with my disability: One learner shares her story Rosita went all-in on learning to code when the lockdown began in March and landed a working position as a front-end developer. We spoke with Rosita to learn more about her inspiring 2020 accomplishment.
Learning to code Get the most out of your Codecademy Pro membership New to Pro or thinking of signing up? In this article, we’ll tell you about our most popular Pro features. Plus, we’ll share some resources to help you stay motivated as you embark on your learning journey.
Learning to code 5 ways to stay accountable to your learning goals in 2021 Planning to learn to code in 2021? We’ve put together a list of 6 tips and resources to help you stay accountable to your coding goals this year.
Learning to code Celebrating the Codecademy Community's wins of 2020 Although 2020 has been challenging, we wanted to end the year on a positive note and take a look back at all the things that went well!
Learning to code 29 bite-sized goals for learning to code in 2021 It’s that time of year again — the time for making New Year’s resolutions! This year, let’s resolve to make resolutions we can keep.
Learning to code What I wish I knew when I first started coding Stephanie, a software engineer with over 10 years of programming experience, shares some of her experiences and the things she wishes she knew when she was first starting out.
Learning to code 5 benefits of learning SQL for non-technical teams We spoke to some Codecademy learners to find out more about how learning SQL has helped them in their jobs in marketing, sales, and product management.
Learning to code Lesson Plan: An Hour of Code in the Classroom If you’re a teacher participating in Hour of Code, use this lesson plan to help your students explore the world of coding.
Learning to code What to do when you’re stuck on a coding problem Getting stuck happens even to the most experienced programmers. In this article we’ll share a few general practices that you can use the next time you're stuck on a coding problem.
Learning to code How to think like a programmer Programmers have a unique approach to solving problems. In this article, we’ll explore what that programmer mentality is all about.
Learning to code How long does it take to learn to code? If you’re just getting started on the path to learning to code, it can feel daunting. In this article, we'll talk about just how long it will take to learn to code based on your goals.
Learning to code 6 benefits of learning to code for non-programmers In this article, we’ll take a look at six ways that learning to code can benefit you, whether or not you have aspirations of coding as a career.
Learning to code Welcome to CS101: A livestreamed introduction to Computer Science Join us for a semester-long intro to Computer Science! Over the course of the next 8 weeks, our Curriculum Developers will be hosting a live web series covering the fundamental topics in Computer Science.
Community Block out distractions and join us for a Group Focus Session! Group Focus Sessions take place every week on Wednesdays and Fridays at 3pm Eastern Time. We hope you'll join us!
Learning to code What programming language should you learn first? Thinking about learning to code but not sure where to start? We’ll do our best to set you up for choosing the right first programming language for yourself.
Learning to code Going back to school with Codecademy As students head back to school, one thing’s for sure — this year is definitely going to be different. But that doesn't have to slow you down. We spoke with students from around the world to find out how they’re feeling heading into the new school year.
Learning to code What is a programming language? When beginning your coding journey, you may find yourself asking, “What exactly is a programming language?” In this post we take a look at this question, plus share some of the most popular programming languages.
Learning to code How to stay motivated and not give up when learning to code If you’re having a hard time staying motivated while learning to code, know that you aren’t alone. We’ve compiled a list of seven tips for staying motivated from the Codecademy community.
Partnerships 11 New Skills You Can Learn From Home Learn new skills from home with Food52, Y Combinator, Fatherly, Splice, Twitch, Brunchwork, Skillshare, Duolingo, Headspace, Casper, and Codecademy.
Updates Choosing the Codecademy Pro Path that’s right for you Not sure where to start with Codecademy Pro? We’re here to help. In this article, we’ll help you decide what the best Path is for you based on your specific goals and dreams.
Culture 6 Reasons Now’s the Perfect Time to Commit to Coding We believe that learning a new skill during this challenging time can provide a sense of empowerment and so much more. Here are six reasons to learn to code while you’re at home.
Updates Watch: Learn To Code From Home On April 10th, we went live on Zoom with a global online event to promote togetherness and self-betterment through learning online. If you weren't able to attend, it's not too late to watch the full lineup of live talks and interactive sessions.