The Best Coding Toys
Toys are a wonderful thing for a growing child or even a child at heart. However, the best toys are the ones that are not only fun, but are also educational and inspire them to be greater. Coding toys fall perfectly into this category, as they are no.....»»
Do better coders swear more, or does C just do that to good programmers?
For open source C code, curses mean quality, a recent bachelor’s thesis suggests. Enlarge (credit: dasilvafa) Ever find yourself staring at a tricky coding problem and thinking, “shit”? If those thoughts make their.....»»
Gadgets That Turn You Into A Superhero You Can Buy Right Now
If Batman can get superpowers just by buying cool stuff, so can you. Find out how to outfit yourself with an array of wonderful toys that will stop criminals. If Bat.....»»
Intel launches quantum computing SDK, so you can try it out for yourself
Intel has launched an SDK for quantum computers, so you don't need access to the real thing in order to get coding......»»
Dog puppies spontaneously match human actions, while kittens and wolf pups don"t
According to a new study published in Scientific Reports puppies—but not kittens and wolf pups—tend to spontaneously imitate human actions, even when they are not rewarded with food (or toys). The researchers of the Department of Ethology at Eöt.....»»
Perform A Brain Transplant On A See-N-Say To Add Custom Sounds
Hacking childhood toys is somewhat of a maker’s right of passage around here. John Park over at Adafruit has made a habit of it for many years though. His latest, he shows how to transplant the brain of a See-N-Say to have your own custom mess.....»»
A protein structure reveals how replication of DNA coding for antibiotic resistance is initiated
In all living organisms, DNA replication is essential to ensure the genetic fidelity of the next generation. However, bacteria can also transfer genetic information horizontally to other bacteria. Many species of pathogenic bacteria have transmissibl.....»»
The role of a novel long non-coding RNA in the immune escape of pathogenic Vibrio in fish
MicroRNAs (miRNA) are small non-coding RNAs that regulate almost all biological processes, protein production, inflammatory responses, immune regulation, tumorigenesis and infection. In mammals, the classic formation of miRNA needs to transcribe a lo.....»»
How to get started coding for Arduino on macOS Ventura
In a previous article, we looked at connecting various kinds of Arduino hardware to your Mac. Here's how to get started programming on them to create your own projects.Getting startedIn order to program your Arduino, you need the Arduino IDE (Integra.....»»
Farm-bred octopus: A benefit to the species or an act of cruelty?
Sandwiched here between the Pacific Ocean and Kona Airport—atop a dusty volcanic desert—dozens of 50-gallon water tanks gurgle and bubble away; each home to a solitary, wild-caught octopus and a couple of floating, plastic bath toys......»»
24% of technology applications contain high-risk security flaws
With, arguably, a higher proportion of applications to contend with than other industries, tech firms would benefit from implementing improved secure coding training and practices for their development teams. In fact, Veracode has revealed that 24 pe.....»»
Christmas sales 2022: the best deals happening now
The 2022 Christmas sales event has arrived, and we have all the best deals on TVs, coffee makers, toys, vacuums and more......»»
Owl-shaped plaques may have been on Copper Age children"s wish list
Ancient owl-shaped slate engraved plaques, dating from about 5,000 years ago in the Iberian Peninsula, may have been created by children as toys, suggests a paper published in Scientific Reports. These findings may provide insights into how children.....»»
Children have less perceived access to important tools than reported by their parents
According to a new study, children think they have less access to common measurement tools and toys around the house than their parents do. This was the unexpected result Megan Ennes and co-investigator Gail Jones discovered just before launching a y.....»»
Apple announces free Today at Apple coding course: Coding Lab for Kids
Back in 2019, Apple announced a collection of free Today at Apple sessions focused on coding and app development. Now, in celebration of Computer Science Education Week, the company is expanding its initiative with a new session, Coding Lab for Kids.....»»
Today at Apple adds new Coding Lab for Kids session to celebrate Computer Science Education Week
Today, Apple has announced it’s expanding its coding education resources with a new Today at Apple session. Focused on participants ages ten and up, the Coding Lab for Kids: Code your First App is coming to Apple Stores worldwide, celebrating C.....»»
The newest "Today at Apple" session is a coding lab for kids
Apple is introducing a new Today at Apple session for kids to celebrate Computer Science Education Week to help them explore app development.Apple's new coding lab for kidsCalled "Coding Lab for Kids: Code Your First App," it's designed for kids aged.....»»
B2G2 Cyber Monday deal on select toys and board games at GameStop
GameStop has a B2G2 Cyber Monday deal available on select toys and board games so now is a good time to stock up for holiday gifting......»»
Black Friday 2022 live: cheap TV deals - plus air fryers, toys and more
All the latest Black Friday news and deals on Sunday, November 20.....»»
How to improve secure coding education
Did you know that not one of the top 50 undergraduate computer science programs in the U.S. requires a course in code or application security for majors? Yet the threatscape is only expanding. A recent report by Security Journey reveals the gap left.....»»
Bearer Data Security Platform detects gaps within data security policies during coding and in production
Bearer launches the Bearer Data Security Platform, automating data security and privacy protection for developers to bring shift left security with no engineering friction to accelerate creating more secure code. Based on extensive interviews with mo.....»»