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Mr. Fred's Tech Talks episodes
- What Is Coding? A Simple Guide from Mr. Fred
Ever wondered what ‘coding’ actually means? In this episode of Mr. Fred’s Tech Talks, we strip away the tech jargon and explain coding in a way that anyone can understand. You’ll learn how coding is like writing a recipe for a computer, discover where it shows up in your daily life, and explore the different ‘flavors’ of coding languages.
We’ll also share a Tech Tip of the Week to help you try coding today without installing a thing.
This episode is based on my GetMeCoding.com blog post ‘What is Coding?’, perfect for beginners of all ages. And stick around, because next time we’ll answer the big follow-up question: Why Learn to Code?
Links & Resources:
- Blog post: What is Coding?
- Try Microsoft MakeCode Arcade: https://arcade.makecode.com/
- Visit Scratch: https://scratch.mit.edu
- Ada Lovelace Book Review: https://www.getmecoding.com/ada-lovelace/
CONNECT
Website: https://www.getmecoding.com
Courses: https://courses.getmecoding.com
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20 min - Moonshots & Milestones: July’s Double Celebration
In this special July episode, I mark two momentous occasions: my own birthday and the anniversary of Apollo 11’s historic Moon landing. Join us as we highlight four surprising “nuggets” from the Apollo 11 guidance computer’s software -things you probably didn’t know. These are based on my deep-dive blog post. Learn how a 64 KB computer and real-time error recovery made lunar history, and discover how those lessons can supercharge your own coding projects.
👉 Read the full article:
https://www.getmecoding.com/the-apollo-11-software-4-things-you-probably-didnt-know/
👉 Watch the YouTube video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03cSAwOC8X0
Plus, stick around for our Tech Tip of the Day—“Learning from Legacy Code”
CONNECT
Website: https://www.getmecoding.com
Courses: https://courses.getmecoding.com
FOLLOW
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GetMeCoding
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getmecoding
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetMeCoding
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrfred77/
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16 min - Launch Code: Welcome to Mr. Fred’s Tech Talks
In this kickoff episode, I introduce myself....a college professor-turned-tech tinkerer and introduce Mr. Fred’s Tech Talks, the new podcast from GetMeCoding.com. You’ll learn what to expect from my bi-weekly 10 to 15 minute (a longer from time to time) bite-sized deep dives into coding, AI, and hands-on tech projects—without the jargon.
Plus, get a behind-the-scenes peek at our virtual coding camps, discover our “Tech Tip of the Day,” and find out how you can join the conversation and start building confidence in technology, one byte at a time.
Ready to dive deeper? Explore our full catalog of hands-on courses at courses.getmecoding.com, and turn your curiosity into real-world skills.
CONNECT
Website: https://www.getmecoding.com
Courses: https://courses.getmecoding.com
FOLLOW
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GetMeCoding
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getmecoding
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetMeCoding
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrfred77/
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About Mr. Fred's Tech Talks
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Mr. Fred’s Tech Talks is your backstage pass to the world of coding, tinkering and technology made simple, fun, and family-friendly. Hosted by Mr. Fred (a former Marine officer turned college…
professor and lifelong tech tinkerer), each weekly, 10–15 minute episode breaks down real-world tech topics into bite-sized lessons you can use today.
Whether you’re a parent trying to understand what “JavaScript” really means, a teacher looking for fresh STEM activities, or a kid who dreams of building your own game or robot, Mr. Fred’s Tech Talks delivers:
- Clear, jargon-free explanations of coding languages, tools and AI
- Behind-the-scenes stories from tech history (like the 64 KB computer that landed on the Moon)
- Hands-on project ideas and step-by-step tips you can try at home or in the classroom
- Inspiring interviews and sound bites from the pioneers who built our digital world
Come for the “Tech Tip of the Day,” stay for the celebratory sound bites and community call-outs. Subscribe now on Acast and join a growing community of curious minds because at GetMeCoding.com, I believe that everyone can learn to code, explore technology, and build confidence…one byte at a time.
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