Geekedu - Coding Class for Kids — Video Game Design

My son recently participated in the Geekedu Coding Class for Kids focused on Video Game Design in Toronto. He’s 12 and has always been interested in programming, so this seemed like a great fit. The instructor, Sam, was genuinely enthusiastic about each student’s projects, providing personalized feedback that helped my son develop his game idea using Python. He created a simple platformer game by the end of the course and was thrilled with the outcome. However, I did find the amount of screen time a bit concerning, especially since the class is held online weekly. Sometimes, it felt like he was glued to the screen for longer than necessary. The small group size allowed for more interaction, which we appreciated, but I wish there were more activities that involved real-world interactions. Overall, I’d recommend the class for kids who are creative and enjoy technology, just be mindful of the screen time.

We enrolled my 12-year-old son in the Geekedu Coding Class for Kids focused on Video Game Design, and overall, it was a worthwhile experience. The sessions are held online weekly, which fit well into our busy schedule. The instructor, Alex, was engaging and clearly passionate about video game design. My son built a simple platformer game in Python by the end of the first few classes, which he was proud to show off to the family. The small group size allowed for personalized attention, and my son really appreciated the opportunity to ask questions and get feedback. One small annoyance was that sometimes the online platform had connectivity issues, which interrupted the flow of the class, but it wasn’t a dealbreaker. Overall, Geekedu offers a solid program that nurtures creativity and coding skills, and I would recommend it, especially for kids who are interested in game development.