Often, when we talk about the need for more coding education, it’s a discussion about the amount of coding jobs that the US will need to fill in the future. However, we usually don’t get into the nitty gritty of particular jobs. One area where producing more talented young coders is imperative is in the field of web security. The Financial Times explores this in a recent article titled “Tech experts in fight for web security.”
Richard Waters of the Financial Times writes, “Prominent technology experts have warned that US and UK government demands for greater powers to crack encrypted private data could weaken internet security and hamper online freedoms. Prominent technology experts have warned that US and UK government demands for greater powers to crack encrypted private data could weaken internet security and hamper online freedoms. It highlights a rift that has opened up between government agencies and the tech industry since the Snowden revelations about widespread internet surveillance in the US and UK. Many tech and internet companies have reacted by encrypting more of their users’ data, prompting the US and UK to call for the technical powers to crack the encryption codes when needed. UK prime minister David Cameron last week renewed his warning of legal action to prevent the use of encrypted mobile messaging apps. In the US, FBI director James Comey is expected to renew his warnings about the spread of “strong” encryption systems before a Senate hearing on Wednesday.”
In order to prepare future government workers to battle threats to web security, it needs to start at a young age. When it comes to youth coding education, your best bet is CodeRev Kids.
At CodeRev Kids, we emphasize computational thinking, which encompasses a wide range of programming concepts and languages. Our lessons build upon one another, and we adjust starting points to each student’s level of expertise. Thus, the entire curriculum is customized.
We are known for saying we are the most educational tech camp out there, but we also keep the focus on having fun. As a result, students stay engaged while learning to blend creativity with technology. We offer a variety of program tracks, including robotics, game development, app making, and computer animation. Browse our afterschool programs and summer camps to see what will be best for your child.
Whatever youth coding education needs you might have, we’ve got you covered at CodeRev Kids!