Educational
Hedy - Textual programming made easy!
<p>Hedy is an open-source programming language designed to make programming easier for children. It’s also easy for teachers without a technical background to adopt. Hedy bridges the gap between block-based tools like Scratch and text-based programming in Python.</p>
<p>In this talk, we’ll explore how Hedy gradually introduces programming concepts in three stages: Basic, Advanced, and Expert. Across 16 levels, learners progress from simple print statements to fully functional Python code. We’ll share how teachers around the world use Hedy in classrooms, how our global translator community has made Hedy available in over 40 languages, and how open-source collaboration drives its continuous evolution.</p>
<p>You will gain insight into Hedy’s design principles, pedagogical impact, and the challenges that come with developing an educational programming language. Whether you’re an educator, developer, or open-source contributor, come see how Hedy lowers the barriers to programming and inspires the next generation of coders!</p>
Additional information
| Live Stream | https://live.fosdem.org/watch/ud6215 |
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| Type | devroom |
| Language | English |
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