Teaching Kids Programming and Cyber Security

Explore a 14-minute conference talk from Security BSides London that addresses the critical shortage of skilled cyber security professionals in the UK and presents innovative solutions. Discover how the Early Computer Programming Club (ECPC) has been working with primary schools in South Yorkshire to introduce programming and cyber security concepts to young students. Learn about the resources and methods used, such as Scratch (MIT), Espresso coding, and Code.org, to develop programming skills in children. Gain insights into the speakers' experiences conducting talks and after-school clubs, and understand their vision for equipping future generations with essential cyber security knowledge. Examine the potential long-term impact of these initiatives on the UK IT industry and the country's economic growth.