Learn to Code, Part 3: Game On!
Bob Shires continues with part three of the learn-to-code blog series. This time we’re going to give Sparky a little time off while you learn how to create a simple “pong” game in Scratch.
Learn to Code, Part Two: My Blocks and Functions
A My Block is a block that you design yourself to perform any task that you might need. They allow you to reuse code that performs a certain task over and over. Let's learn more about how to set up a My Block together.
Scratch That Itch and Learn to Code: Getting Started
There's no bad time to learn how to code, but summer is especially good as you might have extra time on your hands. In this post, professional computer nerd and robotics coach Bob Shires introduces you to the free programming site Scratch.
Question Your World: Why Was the SpaceX Launch So Historic?
There’s a lot of history being made these days, and science is making some history, too. Let's dig in to why the recent SpaceX launch was so historic.
Question Your World: Can Our Phones Help Track COVID-19 Cases?
One of the biggest challenges with our global struggle with COVID-19 is knowing when and where to isolate individuals who have come into contact with someone who has tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Can our phones help?
