The Fiero Code Blog
Stories and insights from the Fiero team on topics surrounding coding education.

Exploring Career Paths for Web Developers
The field of web development offers a myriad of career opportunities, each with its unique set of challenges and rewards. Whether you're just starting out or looking to pivot within the tech industry, understanding the various types of...

Moonlighting Marvin Code Challenge Winners Announcement
Our latest code challenge was SO MUCH FUN! We had so many amazing projects submitted from around the world, and are excited to reveal the winners! Here's the prompt students were given: How is Planet Fiero and its thriving population of...

The Lost City Code Challenge Winners Announced!
Our latest code challenge was the most successful one to date! We had hundreds of people participate from around the world, and a crop of the most amazing projects we've ever seen. Well done, Fiero Code community! You're building awesome...

Hour of Code 2023: Beach Cleanup Game!
In preparation for Hour of Code 2023, we’ve created a brand new Code Blocks level. Coders program a player to clean up a beach and teleport the items to the bottom of the screen. They'll also learn how to: Move their player Keep...

Announcing the June / July Code Challenge Winners!
We are SO proud to announce the winners of our most recent code challenge that ran from June 1 - July 31, 2023. We had hundreds of students participate from around the world, and three amazing projects stood out amongst the rest. In this...

Unlocking the Future: The Importance of Coding Education for Kids and Teens
In today's digital age, computer programming has become a fundamental skill, much like reading, writing, and arithmetic. Recognizing this, educators and parents are increasingly introducing coding into elementary and secondary school...

10 Tips for a Successful Elementary Coding Class
Coding in elementary school has become a fundamental skill in today's digital age. It not only helps children develop problem-solving skills but also opens doors to exciting career opportunities. To ensure a successful coding class for...

New Code Blocks levels LIVE!
We’re excited to announce the addition of 6 new Code Blocks levels! These brand new lessons feature an exciting story, engaging tutorial videos, and a story-driven capstone project: design a platformer video game to help Team Fiero...

Announcing 6 new JavaScript levels!
We’re excited to announce the addition of 6 new JavaScript levels! These brand new lessons feature engaging tutorial videos, multiple mini-projects, and a story-driven capstone project: design a Quiz App in Planet Fiero’s continued...

Announcing 5 New HTML Levels!
We’re excited to announce the addition of 5 new HTML levels! These brand new lessons feature an exciting story, engaging tutorial videos, and a story-driven capstone project: design a wanted ad to recruit an inventor for Team Fiero! These...