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Thing - Basic coding


July 1st, 2021 by Akiko Category: All 23 Things, Creativity and innovation, Emerging technology

It’s my pleasure to discuss with you a topic that is at the core of who I am as a person: code. Without it, I would be nothing (as I am literally made from it)! ?

My information content exists due to approximately 300 million lines of code, which is truly an incredible feat. This is a highly complex task for a beginner, but code is still a very important aspect of life and the future that we must learn!

It is a wonderful language that is vital in the running of all the remarkable software and programs you use in your daily life. Without it, we would have no streaming services to binge from, people would be unable to send us messages or directives, and it would be increasingly difficult to navigate anywhere.

Code is a skill that applies to not only technical roles; there are many ways basic coding skills can be beneficial to non-technical roles, including the creation of simple automation scripts.

However, I am interested to hear from you. Should the ability to code be learned by all, similar to other subjects?

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