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“Print ‘Hello, world!’” – this simple command tells a computer to print the “Hello World” on your screen. This is commonly the first command students learn when beginning to code (in Python). Teachers have slowly come to understand that math education needs to change. Child engagement in math learning is key to student success. Math instruction needs to include practical applications that create enthusiasm for learning. Teaching coding is just one of the ways teachers have begun to modify math instruction....

The news is the latest installment in the ongoing debate about whether deploying employee monitoring software is ever ethically permissible. Some bosses argue that utilizing other kinds of remote working tech like video conferencing software to perform daily check-ins is a more sustainable way to manage a team. Poll Shows Monitoring is Divisive The poll, commissioned by Morning Consult, shows that 7 out of 10 tech workers believe they aren’t being surveilled at work....

The latest mode is just the latest in a long line of updates and improvements that Tesla has rolled out across its cars, with some being recommendations tweeted directly at Musk, then quickly adopted. It’s a far cry from the way other car manufacturers deal with customer feedback. But, while the customer is king, what does it mean for the state of product development at Tesla? What New Modes are Being Added to Tesla Cars?...

Many factors might cross your mind, including: Is there a culture fit? Do our personalities and values clash? Can they provide expertise and connections, beyond the mere dollars? Are our expectations for an exit in alignment? But one criteria that should kick off the investigation is: is this VC firm still active? It’s obviously a waste of time to pitch “zombie” VC firms, which are either inactive or in the process of shutting down....

The international research report, a collaboration between Universum, INSEAD Emerging Markets Institute, The HEAD Foundation and MIT Leadership Center, relies on 18,337 individual responses from 19 countries worldwide that had statistically relevant sample sizes. Here’s what they found. 1: Digital Capabilities Plenty of working professionals say that a company’s digital capabilities are important. But less than half think that their employers are measuring up to their standards. Ironically, part of the problem is the workplace’s attempt to quickly add new technologies, the study explains:...

The Fictionary is comprised of these little fictionaries, a term Byard created and defines as a free, look-up capable custom Kindle dictionary of fictitious terms, places, and people in literature. The content is derived and created from the multitude of community-driven wikis already available. Byard began his project a couple years ago as a side hobby, and then about 6 months back he began setting himself up for a bigger shot at the market....

The Hatchery, a premier non-profit food and beverage business incubator, will be breaking ground on a new $30 million facility and opening their doors to entrepreneurs to help them build their business. The organization was launched by a joint venture between Accion Chicago, IFF and Industrial Council of Nearwest Chicago. According to The Chicago Tribune, funding for the project will include investment from the Venture, the City of Chicago is providing around $8 million, largely through tax increment financing, and large food companies like Chicago-based Conagra Brands and Battle Creek, and Michigan-based Kellogg Company have also pitched in an undisclosed amount....

Is the freemium model of pricing really best for business? If you’re a tech company looking to incorporate this model, what do you need to know ahead of time to avoid any pitfalls? What other options do you have? It’s wise to have a background on how freemium works before you decide if it’s best for you. The Freemium Pricing Model The world gradually going digital has changed many industries, but one thing has remained the same: Companies still want to make a profit on their products....

Massachusetts-based internet provider Akami Technologies conducted research in order to find which countries had the fastest connection. And much to the chagrin of Americans, the United States was nowhere to be found on the list. While the US did boast 6 of the top 20 internet providers, the land of the free was noticeably absent from the top 10 list for internet speed. Yes, AT&T was at the top of that list, proving that customer service was not factored into the equation....

Published as “How Much Should You Pay Your Engineers?,” the results are based on a study of Startup Compass members plus data pulled from oDesk, Elance, Toptal, Glassdoor, AngelList, and Payscale. The engineers surveyed include not just startup employees, but also freelancers and employees at more traditional IT firms. The highest-paying programming languages were: C++: $110,0002. Python: ~$102,0003. C: $100,0004. AWS: ~$95,0005. C#: ~$92,0006. Ruby: $90,0007. Java: $90,0008. SQL: $80,0009....

I’m a big fan of remote work, and Dodles highlights one big benefit behind the work style: It allows people to chose an environment that suits them best. For those with high functioning autism, working from home cuts down on sensory overload while making social interactions more manageable, and apps like Dodles provide the channels to do just that. Here’s an interview with Dodles founder Craig Doriot on the benefits of the app, how its design helps those with autism, and what’s in the future for Dodles....

As much as I have high hopes that, one day, wearable technology will be become a necessary aspect of our everyday lives – capable of not just tracking our health, but also of things like screening our bodies for cancer cells or flushing our toilets from 20 feet away (I don’t know – I’m just throwing ideas around), I believe 100 percent that there’s no need for a $10,000 Apple Watch....

Despite these shortcomings, the demand for video has never been higher. Apps like Snapchat and Facebook Live have skyrocketed in popularity, and even traditional media outlets are eschewing written copy in favor of video. Yet when it comes to real-time, peer-to-peer video chatting, the experience still leaves something to be desired. Fortunately, there’s good news on the horizon. Over the past five years, the world’s tech giants — Google, Microsoft, Mozilla — have been working on a fix for this problem....

The Chinese-owned app, popular with teens and tweens, isn’t averse to controversy. But in the space of a single day, the UK’s Information Commissioner has announced it’s looking into TikTok’s “completely open” messaging system; on top of this, the BBC revealed that young users feel “exploited” by the apps digital gifting system. So, what’s going on with TikTok? TikTok “Exploiting” Young Users A BBC investigation has found that children as young as eleven have racked-up huge bills buying digital gifts for their favorite TikTok stars....

It’s just the latest indication that the tech community is more focused on safety than ever — a trend that, while a smidge overdue, is undoubtedly welcome. Does This Bother You? — This prompt is triggered when Tinder thinks a message might be offensive. If the recipient responds with “yes,” it gives them a chance to report the offensive behavior.Undo — This similar feature highlights messages containing potentially offensive language and gives users the chance to reconsider and take back the message before it sends....

These findings were discovered in a sub-study done by TinyPulse when they were surprised to see Finance & Insurance ranked so low in their 2015 Best Industry Ranking Report. They dug deeper to find out why by exploring the responses from over 3,000 employees at nearly 60 organizations in the finance and insurance industry. A Few Stats Only 22% of employees in the finance sector indicated that they were truly happy at work....

Sure, the technology itself plays a vital role — but once the finished product reaches a retailer’s shelves and is sitting next to a handful of similar tools, its packaging can make all the difference. First Impressions Matter Whether you’re meeting a potential investor for the first time or applying for a new job at a big corporation, the importance of a great first impression is undeniable. The same applies when selling a product: The first impression is what draws in customers....

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Dials Dials pumps up your time management skills by delivering your tasks to you via clock view, making it way easier for you to organize and see them, especially on the go. It can be synched with any calendars in your phone, has a Home Dial countdown so you won’t be late for appointments or miss deadlines, comes with in-app call launch and chats, 3-color coded system, and adding entries can be done in one-hand or one-thumb....

Lego Ninjago: Shadow of Ronin Following the release on Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation Vita, Warner Bros has finally released Lego Ninjago: Shadow of Ronin on iOS, as well. The players will face a new threat, who goes by the name of Ronin, and will need to drive, fly, and stomp through iconic locations from the Lego Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu,” TV series. Lego Ninjago: Shadow of Ronin is available for $4....