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Groundbreaking Gamer Girls Throughout History
March 01, 2023If you’ve believed up to this point that video games are primarily the purview of gamer dudes, we don’t blame you. Video gaming IS (and has historically been) a male-dominated industry. That being said, the history of video gaming is probably less bro-heavy than you’ve been led to believe. It’s unfortunate, but true: the many women who shaped the video game industry often go unacknowledged, hidden…
Six Trans Programmers Who Shattered the Lavender Ceiling
March 01, 2023Each year on March 31st, the world celebrates International Transgender Day of Visibility, a day to recognize the many contributions that trans individuals have made to every sector of society — and coding is no exception! In most conversations about STEM diversity, many (including us here at The Coding Space) spotlight the lack of women in the industry, but these conversations often treat…
STEM Love Stories
February 01, 2023"Science is not only a discipline of reason but, also, one of romance and passion." — Stephen Hawking It’s Valentine’s Day, and let’s be honest — sometimes, being a STEM lover on Valentine’s Day can seem…well..uncool? Hollywood and society at large love to depict scientists, mathematicians, and coders as cold, aloof, robotic, and critical. There’s a lot of emphasis on the brain and barely any…
A Brief History of Coding
February 01, 2023Coding might seem like a modern phenomenon, but it has roots in computing processes that date back to the 1800s, WW1, and even ancient Sumeria.
Are Coding Classes Worth It?
February 01, 2023Coding has quickly become a crucial skill in today's digital age. From building websites and mobile apps, to automating tasks and analyzing data, the ability to code is increasingly in demand across a wide range of industries. As a result, many parents are now considering introducing coding to their children at an early age. But is it really worth it? Here are a few reasons why coding classes for…
5 Black Pioneers in STEM
February 01, 2023Happy Black History Month! Now is not only a time to reflect on the achievements of Black individuals and communities, but also a time to recognize the ongoing struggle for racial equality and social justice. From the earliest days of recorded history, Black scientists, inventors, and mathematicians have been at the forefront of scientific discovery and technological innovation, but their…