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Josh Comeau - Creating Delightful Developer Education

Mar 3, 2025

Join Josh Comeau, a developer and educator known for his engaging interactive courses on CSS, React, and JavaScript. He shares his journey from developer to educator, emphasizing the evolution of AI tools like GitHub Copilot in making coding more intuitive. Explore how multi-sensory design can enhance web experiences, and get insights on his new React course aimed at junior developers. Josh discusses the critical role of human guidance in the face of AI advancements, ensuring thoughtful use of technology in education.

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Quick takeaways

Active learning through hands-on engagement is significantly more effective for developers than passive consumption of tutorials.

Josh Comeau's experience with accessibility challenges demonstrated the importance of creating inclusive educational content for individuals with disabilities.

The integration of AI tools in developer education promises to enhance learning experiences, but structured guidance remains essential for critical thinking.

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The Importance of Active Learning

Active involvement in learning is emphasized as significantly more effective than passive consumption. Engaging hands-on improves understanding and application, contrary to merely following tutorials. Many developers experience a disconnect when transitioning from theory to practical application, often leading to confusion on real projects. Thus, fostering active engagement becomes crucial for meaningful skill acquisition.

Intro

6min

The Evolution of AI in Developer Tools

2min

The Art of Course Creation in Developer Education

20min

Enhancing Web Experiences Through Multi-Sensory Design

2min

React Evolution and Learning

16min

The Future of Developer Education with AI

7min

This week we talk to Josh Comeau, a developer and educator who has created a series of interactive courses on CSS, React, and JavaScript. His courses are lauded for their interactive nature and his ability to explain complex concepts in a way that is both easy to understand and fun to learn. Join us as we discuss his journey from a developer to an educator, and his new course on animations and interactions.

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