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Starting point for kids/teens? (sopuli.xyz)

submitted 1 day ago by naeap@sopuli.xyz to c/programming@programming.dev

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Hi!

Soon I'll have my little nephew (13) in my company to check out software development for a week.

I'm working with large industry machines in real time Linux systems, so obviously I'd show him my test machine and if the customer agrees, I can show him some robots as well.
Also, he will get some crash course in computer basics.

He is an avid gamer - although not really good with computers.

I've gifted him a still nice laptop with Linux and Steam installed 1-2 years ago and he happily played Minecraft, but after some time he went back to his Switch 2.

Now he uses my Steam Deck - although that doesn't make that much of a difference...

I'd like to give him something fun as an exercise, that's is early rewarding.

Perfect would be, if he could code himself a little computer game, but that's completely out of my normal work stuff and I don't know what good options are available.

I guess starting with C++ and an Unreal engine or similar is more than an overkill.

Is there something, that is teaching the basics and gives rather quick rewards, which can produce a little something after 2-3 days?

Thank you all in advance!

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[–] ImgurRefugee114@reddthat.com 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Prism launcher works well on Linux and helps with keeping multiple versions of the game & multiple modpacks to keep stuff organized.

As for modding itself, it would need an IDE and build system, along with a bit of prep and research...

I think the programming game is definitely the way to go at first.

Though, knowing that modding is a possibility they can persue on their own in the future would still be good. Or maybe remind them of that once they gain some proficiency with the basic concepts.

[–] naeap@sopuli.xyz 2 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (1 children)

Thanks

I'll need to try this on my system first to have some steps ready

Will probably be a decision be available free time

But yeah, I also thing the finished game should falls more in the category of "just works" and with this limited time, this is probably be better option

[–] ImgurRefugee114@reddthat.com 2 points 1 day ago

Yes. My thinking is that they may persue game modding on their own; if not in the near future, possibly some years down the line. You won't need to hold their hand that much if they discover a taste for it. That programming game definately wins in the short-term.