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October 22, 2015

Facebook site helps start your programming career

by John_A

Education Initiative

Facebook knows that it can’t hire a more diverse workforce unless there’s a broader interest in computer science, and it just launched a website to help that happen. TechPrep provides resources to learners (and parents) who are curious about programming, but might not know where to start. It suggests services and gadgets based on your age, skill, and what you’re looking for. If you’re a teen just starting out, you’ll be pointed toward a simple programming language like Scratch. Come to the site as an adult with a bit of experience, meanwhile, and you may see a link to Arduino boards instead. It’s a small effort, but it could mean a lot if it starts you on a coding career that you wouldn’t have considered otherwise.

[Image credit: AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki]

Source: TechPrep, Facebook Newsroom

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