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Put together by a band of IT ninjas, security professionals and hardcore gamers, Hak5 isn't your typical tech show. We take on hacking in the old-school sense, covering everything from network security, open source and forensics, to DIY modding and the homebrew scene. Then we wrap it all up with a... Read More

Learn to Code Easily with Free Online Tools

Tuesday, January 24th, 2012 – running time 23:19

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This time on the show, pound include programming dot h! We're going to void main and Hello World all up in this biznitch. Python, JavaScript, BASIC? It's time to learn to code! All that and more this time on Hak5............return zero

This time on the show, pound include programming dot h! We're going to void main and Hello World all up in this biznitch. Python, JavaScript, BASIC? It's time to learn to code! All that and more this time on Hak5............return zero

CodeAcademy is a website where you can learn to code JavaScript for free, in your own home environment, and be social about it. It was made by a couple of guys, Zach and Ryan, who were frustrated with the less effective ways of teaching how to develop codes.

First off, what is JavaScript? It's a scripting language usually implemented in websites to make the site experience more user friendly and enhanced. It's also used in desktop widgets, PDF's, etc. It popped up around '95 with Netscape and was influenced by the Java programming language. To this day, JavaScript is still one of the most popular programming languages on the web.

On Codeacademy, your lessons are personalized. You can use your own words for the lessons and chapters, and whenever you get past certain points, you earn badges! Being an avid FourSquarer, Steamer, GetGlue'er and such, I find this a wonderful concept that really sucks people in. The lessons aren't written in geek-speak, so anyone can do it. Seriously, what classroom setting is going to say "it's time to become a coding ninja!"?

When I was in college I took one coding class, Intro to Java. That's it. I have no coding ability whatsoever, but after taking a few lessons at Codeacademy, I know how to write a few simple Java Scripts. So if you are new to coding, this would be a great place to start. It'll get your foot in the door so you can have a head start in more advanced material.

So, I'm impressed! Being a beginning coder, I'm not expecting to walk away from this site with the knowledge of a genius but after a few hours, I'll understand JavaScript a whole heck of a lot better.

If you're into Hak5 you'll love our new show by hosts Darren Kitchen and Shannon Morse. Check out HakTip!

Whether you're a beginner or a pro, HakTip is essential viewing for current and aspiring hackers, computer enthusiasts, and IT professionals. With a how-to approach to all things Information Technology, HakTip breaks down the core concepts, tools, and techniques of Linux, Wireless Networks, Systems Administration, and more.

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Show Title:
Hak5
Description:
Hak5 isn't your typical tech show. It's hacking in the old-school sense, covering everything from network security, open source and forensics to DIY modding and the homebrew scene. Damn the warranties, it's time to Trust your Technolust.
Categories:
How-To & DIY, Technology & Gadgets
Launch Date:
Sep 7, 2008
Episodes:
330
Credits
Shannon Morse (Host)
Darren Kitchen (Host)