Tech & Making

Coding & App Building

Build websites, apps, or games from scratch.

Coding is one of the most flexible hobbies: free courses and tools let you build a website, a small game, or an app with nothing but a laptop and time.

Getting started

Pick one small project you actually want to build rather than a generic tutorial series.

Setting: indoor
People: solo
Budget: $
Time: ●●●

Starter gear

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