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Sharing our intimate insights on Education, Computational Thinking and Technology
Welcome to our blog, where we delve into the realms of education, coding, and technology. We aim to empower parents and students by providing valuable insights, tutorials, and resources. From unraveling the mysteries of coding to exploring its endless possibilities, we believe that coding is not just a skill but a mindset that nurtures problem-solving, creativity, and resilience. Join us on this exciting journey as we shape the next generation of digital pioneers, preparing them to thrive in the ever-evolving digital age.
#CodingLabStudents: Darius Yong, 13, School of Science and Technology
Education plays a significant role in the lives of children - both as a milestone and as a journey in itself. As Educators at heart ourselves, we understand the challenges that come with each unique learning experience. Therefore, when a student under our tutelage achieves an educational goal, it is our honour to share the celebratory news!
#CodingLabStudents: Aarhan Saluja, 13, St Joseph's Institution
Meet Aarhan, our confident and articulate coder and Secondary One student currently studying in his dream school, St Joseph’s Institution (SJI), which he entered through Direct School Admission (DSA) with Coding. He was also previously awarded Merit Award in our International Coding Showcase 2020. Let’s hear what Aarhan has to say about his DSA experience and coding journey thus far!
Congratulations to our 7 (Platinum and Gold) winners at the Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge 2022!
We're proud to announce that 7 of our Coding Lab students have achieved 3 Platinum Awards (the highest honour) and 4 Gold Awards (the second highest honour)!
#CodingLabStudents: Isaac Khong, 11, and Alicia Khong, 9, Radin Mas Primary School
For today’s student feature, we’ve invited two curious coders. Meet Isaac (aged 11) and Alicia Khong (aged 9), who won the Social Impact Award and People’s Choice Award respectively during the International Coding Showcase 2020, and also Judges' Choice (Most Innovative) and Judges' Choice (Best Design) respectively during the International Coding Showcase 2021! These clever and articulate siblings began their coding journey one after another, here at Coding Lab. Don’t miss this first-ever double-bill student feature!
Winner of Creativity Award – Microsoft National Minecraft Cup 2021, Japan
Congratulations to our students at Coding Lab Japan who attained the Creativity Award in this year's Microsoft National Minecraft Cup in Tokyo, Japan!
#CodingLabStudents: Kyran Tan, 12, Queenstown Primary School
Meet 12-year-old Kyran Tan who won 1st Place (Python for Ages 10-12) at the International Coding Showcase 2020 (JP-SG) and also clinched Distinction (Electives for Ages 13 to 18) at the International Coding Showcase 2021 (JP-SG). We interviewed this precocious primary schooler about his programming journey at Coding Lab. Read on to find out more about Kyran!
#CodingLabStudents: Justin, NUS High School of Math and Science
In another exciting student feature, we have Justin, a bright-eyed boy passionate about Mathematics and Coding, who entered NUS High School of Math and Science. Let’s get to know our Gifted Coders graduate who started learning to code at the tender age of seven! 🤩
#CodingLabStudents: Ng Chen-Yi, 13, Hwa Chong Institution
Here at Coding Lab, we have welcomed a myriad of students from all walks of life - and today, we would like to introduce you to one of our bright students who loves water polo and gaming: Chen-Yi!
#CodingLabStudents: Tan Jake Ian, 13, NUS High School of Math and Science
Meet 13-year-old Tan Jake Ian, who has always been passionate about technology. Like most boys his age, Jake loves playing computer games - but also creating them!
#CodingLabStudents: Kieran Ho, 13, NUS High School of Math and Science
Today, we would like you to meet Kieran Ho, our student and 1st Place (Python and Electives) at the International Coding Showcase 2020 (JP-SG) and awardee of Most Promising Young Coder at the Young Coders Global Hackathon (YCGH) 2020 Meet the inquisitive and bright, young boy in Secondary One this year.
Congratulations to our National Olympiad in Informatics winners!
The NOI competition consists of two rounds - the Online Qualification Contest and the Final Contest. Any number of students from each school can participate in the Online Qualification contest. Of the many students who participated, only the top 5 students from each school, at each level, are shortlisted for the Final contest and awarded medals.
International Coding Showcase 2020 Summed Up
Our dearest Coding Lab students in Singapore and Japan submitted their best projects through our International Coding Showcase (ICS) for the whole world to see! Conducted 100% online, ICS showcases our students’ talent through projects that they have done independently or through Coding Lab’s exciting courses.
#CodingLabStudents: Sarah Go on her Computer Engineering Scholarship at UT Austin
#CodingLabStudents: Ziv Lim, 13, Zhonghua Secondary School
Meet 13-year-old Ziv. A creative and fast learner, he picked up coding when he was 11 and hasn’t looked back since. He was part of a team that won the code::XtremeApps:: (CXA) 2019 Hackathon (Junior Category) by IMDA and was in the Top 10 Finalists of the Young Coders Global Hackathon 2020.
#CodingLabStudents: Leah Loh, 11, MGS
Meet 11-year-old Leah. As champion at the code::XtremeApps:: (CXA) 2019 Hackathon (Junior Category) by IMDA, the Methodist Girls’ School student shares with us her coding journey so far – and how she intends to take it further.
#CodingLabStudents: Christian Kwek, 12, Eunos Primary School
Meet Christian. At only 12 years old, he has already breezed through our roadmap and attended our Python Perfect classes (which we recommend to 13-year-olds and above), where he coded an impressive Pokémon game on his own.
#CodingLabStudents: Alicia Ng, 16, Nanyang Girls' High School
Meet Alicia. At 16 years old and with just two years of coding, she came up with the novel idea of a program that would allow drivers to check the availability of public carparks – and breathed life into it in just two hours during her Data Analytics class. We finally got to catch up with our student, who took the time during her ski trip to Italy to respond to our questions.
Young Coders bring glory to Singapore at the MIT App Inventor Summit 2019, USA
As an international coding school with a global presence, Coding Lab strongly believes in and actively sources for opportunities and exposure for our students both locally and internationally. We would like to congratulate to our award winners — Adam, Anthony, Joshua and Aaron — for their outstanding global performance at theMIT App Inventor Summit 2019!
#CodingLabStudents: Dylan, 12, NUS High School
When we first got to know Dylan, he was still in Primary school. At 11, he had already written programming solutions to problems that students typically encounter at the Pre-U level. Our team details his journey with us, through his days in River Valley Primary to his current school, NUS High.
#CodingLabStudents: Surya, 14, Raffles Institution
Surya Nayar, 14, is no ordinary student. At his young age, he can count Python and C++ programming skills under his belt. This savvy student wrote his own stock rating algorithm after attending a Masterclass on Data Analytics with us. Here, he shares with us his journey in programming