Software Unscripted

Programming and Industrial Design with Greg Wilson

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Feb 14, 2024
Exploring effective learning methods for beginner programmers and challenges in teaching programming. Discussions on mental models in chemistry and programming, beginner-friendly tools, and the appeal of learning JavaScript and Elm. Emphasis on the importance of design in software development and the complexity of programming languages. Comparisons between Haskell and Python and the suggestion of PureScript for research purposes.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Using Mental Models and Block-Based Tools in Teaching Chemistry and Programming
02:33 • 3min
3
Teaching Programming Challenges and Beginner-Friendly Tools
05:39 • 9min
4
Appeal, Learning Challenges, and Currying in Programming Languages
14:53 • 4min
5
The Importance of Design in Software Development
19:15 • 15min
6
Learning Elm in a Large Code Base and the Complexity of Programming Languages
34:20 • 6min
7
Comparing Haskell and Python
40:01 • 18min