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BeginBot Uses Memes to Trick Viewers into Learning How to Code

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Overview

Explore an innovative Twitch stream that combines memes, sound effects, and coding education in this 38-minute interview with David Begin, host of BeginBot. Discover how Begin creates a virtual economy and interactive world to engage viewers while teaching programming concepts. Learn about the stream's unique features, including reward systems, permission levels, and random commands. Gain insights into Begin's approach to fostering a learning community, his use of GitHub for backups, and future plans for the stream. Find out where to watch BeginBot and how to get involved in this creative coding experience.

Syllabus

Intro
How does BeginBot work
Rewarding good behavior
The economy
Learning how to code
Geocities
Playing Guitar
GUI
Fruity Loops
Pop Songs
Mana
Twitch
Permission Levels
Stream Lords vs Stream Gods
Random Commands
The Engine
Github
Backups
Whats Next
Where to Find BeginBot

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Linode

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