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Zach
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I am a dad, husband, gamer and computer programmer that lives in Oregon.
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steemstem
9y
Computer Science Teaching Tool: Gigabots
So far I have focused my computer science teaching at the high school level, but there is nothing saying we can’t teach computer science at an even younger age. I’ve read about research showing that we
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pathfinder
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Choosing a Character Class in Pathfinder: Part 2
In part 1 of choosing a character class, we went over some of the thought process to finding the right character class for you and your group. Now I want to start going over the specifics. Now there are
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teaching
9y
Computer Science Lesson Plan: Peanut Butter and Jelly
In Intro to Computer Science classes, we really start with the basics. Part of those basics is teaching users what exactly is a computer. Many young people have no idea how pervasive computers are in their
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pathfinder
9y
Choosing a Character Class in Pathfinder: Part 1
One of the most common questions asked at the start of any Pathfinder game is: “What character class should I play?”. It’s not an easy question as over the years Pathfinder has created many base classes
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pathfinder
9y
Getting Started in Pathfinder
So you want to start playing Pathfinder but don’t know where to start. Well, I could just point you at the Core Rule Book and save have fun, but that is a dense tome and can be quite intimidating if you
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teaching
9y
Computer Science Education Week
This week is Computer Science Education Week! See the site for more details. There are a ton of resources for CS teachers and how they can participate. You don't even need to have a CS degree to contribute,
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rpg
9y
Pathfinder Online Resources
One of the great things about Pathfinder is all the resources available online. In fact, you could completely play Pathfinder without ever buying a book, although I would certainly recommend buying some.
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programming
9y
Advent of Code has Started!
As I introduced in my previous post, the Advent of Code has started! I just finished the first day and am eagerly awaiting the next puzzle. They start off pretty easy, but they will get harder. Let me
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pathfinder
9y
Pathfinder: The New Niche
As a relative newcomer to Steemit, I've tried to find my place in this system. The best way I can think of to accomplish this goal is to find a niche or two and that I enjoy and start contributing and
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programming
9y
Programming Fun: Advent of Code
It is almost time for one of my favorite December traditions: the Advent of Code. I discovered this a couple of years ago and have been looking forward to it each year. From December 1st to 25th the prevent
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funny
9y
Programming Humor
I confess I didn't originate this joke, but I recently stumbled upon it again and wanted to share it with my Steemit crew. Here is the first version: A computer programmer's wife says, "Buy a loaf
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steemit
9y
Best Time of Day to Post?
I am curious as a new user of Steem. Is there a best time of day to post? I seem to be more likely to post after the kids are asleep, which is rather late on the Pacific Coast and thus rather late for
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teaching
9y
Computer Science Lesson Outline: The Guessing Game
Learning Concepts: Algorithms, Loops, Boolean Logic, Variables, User Input, Algorithm Complexity, Simple AI Lesson: Start by introducing the childhood game of guessing a number. Give them a range, perhaps
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teaching
9y
CS Teaching Tool: Code.org
Code.org is an amazing site for teaching people of all ages. I've taught kids as young as 4 to adults who have never tried to code before. In their own words: "Code.org® is a non-profit dedicated
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teaching
9y
Want to Teach CS? Try TEALS
Want to teach computer science to young minds, but don't know how to start and you would like some support? Please check out TEALS . I personally am a volunteer with TEALS this year and have been enjoying
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teaching
9y
CS Teaching Tool: Lightbot
Lightbot can be found in two flavors: as an app downloadable from every major app store and a free web based version version using Flash. The web based version is smaller game, with far less levels, but
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teaching
9y
Teaching Computer Science Reference: TEALS' Git Book Curriculum
I am currently a volunteer with TEALS (see and am helping to teach an Intro to Computer Science class. I teach from this curriculum: Even without being officially part of TEALS, it's an excellent reference
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teaching
9y
My CS Lesson Plan
My wife asked me to come in and helped teach a lesson in her class. Here is my gameplan: Teaching targets: algorithms, boolean operators, and loops I will start by introducing them to a game they've all
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computer-science
9y
Introducing Myself
My two main jobs are being a Computer Programmer and a Dad of a 9,6 and 3 year old. Both of these jobs might very well be full time jobs, but I try my best. My latest passion is teaching computer science,
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