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<node id="451609" title="Re: How to introduce 8 year olds to (Perl) programming?" created="2005-04-26 10:57:22" updated="2005-06-21 00:27:31">
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I was about 8 when I started writing batch scripts to load my games from MSDOS.  Using pseudo code is a good way to introduce things.  Maybe some pseudo code for solitaire, since most folks these days relate the card game to computers, and it has very simple rules.  
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Remember they're kids, so having something shiny will make them more interested!</field>
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