The learn to code meme got me thinking. Why suddenly (as in the past 5 years or so) do people suddenly think every kid needs to learn programming now? It's not like math where basic knowledge is at least applicable to many facets of life. Programming has zero application to life unless you're specifically working in a field like CS or EE.
Should they offer voluntary CS classes in high school? sure. should it mandatory for every 8 year old to learn some python? No, what the fuck.
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>Should they offer voluntary CS classes in high school?
100%, computers are a mandatory part of our world and teaching kids how they work should be a massive priority. Maybe not on the level of coding outside out the realms of shell/batch scripting but still, there should be some sort of familiarization course for kids.
>Programming has zero application to life unless you're specifically working in a field like CS or EE.
>t. neet
kids should be introduced to programming so they can see if they like it or are interested, the world needs more good programmers. We introduce them to literature and algebra but you can get through life without either
>Why suddenly (as in the past 5 years or so) do people suddenly think every kid needs to learn programming now
flood the market with applicants to reduce wages
ding ding ding
>constantly complain about labor shortage
>everyone starts to major in stem
>bring in boatloads of pajeets on h1b visas anyway
>wages "mysteriously" fall
Learning to code is pretty useless if you're not a software developer or STEM person. By coding I mean learning OOP/functional programming, data structures and algorithms. I have also seen a lot people that can't handle a basic "intro to CS course," and fail/drop out.
A better option is to teach linux administrative skills. Have schools teach the command line, and how to use vim/emacs for text processing. Also, teach how to write useful bash/python scripts. Those skills are beneficial to everyone, including plain writers and humanities majors. Just look at luke smith and check out this video, youtube.com
don't worry, most kids are struggling even learning shit like this(in pic, the stuff that's apparently making them learn how to code)
So programming wont be universal within our lifetimes
I would argue that learning a programming language is just as important as learning math. Both are instrumental in teaching people how to think logically, which society needs now more than ever
>I would argue that learning a programming language is just as important as learning math. Both are instrumental in teaching people how to think logically, which society needs now more than ever
but look at Steve Jobs, he's supposed to be the world's greatest programmer but he tried to eat carrots to cure cancer, not logical