Teaching Python

Episode 117: Intermediate Python With Yasoob Khalid

October 11th, 2023  |  58 mins 58 secs

coding, programming, python, technology

This week, Kelly and Sean sit down with Yasoob Khalid, author of Practical Python Projects and Intermediate Python to talk about what's next after learning the basics.

Episode 116: NLP with Ines Montani

September 9th, 2023  |  1 hr 2 mins

ai(artificial intelligence), classroom projects, computer science, data annotation, data science, education, educational technology, language analysis, language processing

In episode 116 of the Teaching Python podcast, Kelly Paredes & Sean Tibor discuss Natural Language Processing with expert Ines Montani. They explore Python's role in NLP, language complexities, label design, and classroom applications, including a Raspberry Pi-powered "magic mirror" project.

Episode 115: DroneBlocks with Dennis Baldwin

August 24th, 2023  |  55 mins 10 secs

ardupilot, dennis baldwin, dji sdk, droneblocks, steam

🎙️ On this episode of Teaching Python, Kelly and Sean dive deep with Dennis Baldwin of DroneBlocks.io. From his early fascination with RC planes and quadcopters to co-founding a platform fusing block programming with DJI drones, discover how Dennis is revolutionizing STEAM education. Don't miss his journey, from 3D printing quadcopter frames to aspiring to bring DroneBlocks into every STEAM classroom worldwide. 🚁💡🌎 #TeachingPython #STEAMEducation #DroneBlocks

Episode 114: The EduBlocks Evolution and Josh Lowe

August 6th, 2023  |  51 mins 2 secs

anaconda acquisition, coding education, coding for kids, creative learning, curriculum enhancement, edtech, edublocks, education revolution, education technology, educational empowerment, innovation in education, inspirational journey, learning innovation, student empowerment, student-centric learning, tech industry impact, teen entrepreneur, transformative education, young creator, young visionary

The Teaching Python podcast speaks with returning guest Josh Lowe, creator of Edublocks and newly installed Software Engineer at Anaconda.

Episode 113: ChatGPT and Studying Teachers

July 31st, 2023  |  56 mins 25 secs

artificial intelligence, chatgpt, github copilot, python, teaching

This week we are joined by Philip Guo and Sam Lau, researchers at the University of California, San Diego. Philip and Sam have recently published research on how computer science instructors use artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot in their classrooms. Join us to learn more about the data behind how generative AI is changing the way we teach computer science and coding.

Episode 112: Dash, Plotly, and Learning

July 14th, 2023  |  45 mins 14 secs

dash, data, graphing, plotly, visualizations

In this episode, Kelly and Sean meet with Adam Schroeder, community manager at Plotly and author of The Book of Dash. We'll talk about how teachers can use data visualization in the classroom with Dash to bring data to life for their students.

Episode 111: Generative AI with Eric Matthes

July 1st, 2023  |  1 hr 4 mins

Coming out of PyCon 2023's Education Summit, Eric Matthes joins Kelly and Sean to discuss the potential risks and rewards of generative AI like ChatGPT in education settings. Eric is the author of Python Crash Course and a former high school computer science teacher.

Episode 110: CircuitPython with Kattni Rembor

June 23rd, 2023  |  1 hr 4 mins

adafruit, circuitpython, coding for kids, codingeducation, creative coding, digital literacy, diy electronics, educational technology, educationalpython, interactive learning, kattnirembor, maker education, microcontrollers, open source projects, programmingprojects, python tutorials, pythoncoding, pythonforbeginners, robotics, stem education, tech education, tech tutorials, women in tech

It's no secret that we're huge fans of CircuitPython and the plethora of boards from Adafruit that make learning more tactile and colorful. We chat with friend of the show Kattni Rembor, a Creative Engineer sponsored by Adafruit to talk about her work with CircuitPython and the vibrant community that has sprung up around it.

Episode 109: What We Did on Our Podcast Sabbatical

May 30th, 2023  |  32 mins 58 secs

ai, computer science, continuous learning, education, finance, graduation, machine learning, mathematics, podcast, python, students, teaching python, teamwork, turtle

In this episode of the Teaching Python podcast, hosts Kelly Schuster-Paredes and Sean Tibor discuss their personal updates, celebrate the achievements of their former students, and anticipate future podcast activities. They express their pride in students moving on to study computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and related fields in college. Kelly and Sean also hint at potentially inviting past students to the podcast and announce plans to enhance their Patreon community with exclusive benefits.

Episode 108: Hardware for Learning

March 12th, 2023  |  43 mins 57 secs

advanced placement, coding, education, hardware, python

Kelly and Sean interview Ryan Dehmoubed, co-founder of JuiceMind, a startup focused on hardware and software for the K-12 computer science education market. Their initial products focus on the AP Computer Science curriculum with a goal of making coding more engaging while showing students the practical applications of coding.

Episode 107: AI In The Middle School with Dr. Nisha Talagala

March 5th, 2023  |  47 mins 51 secs

artificial intelligence, machine learning, python, teaching

In this episode, Dr. Nisha Talagala from AIClub joins hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes to discuss the basics of teaching Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) for middle school students, including how AI is used in our daily lives, how to create your own AI projects, and why it's essential to understand the ethics of AI.

Episode 106: Interview with Al Sweigart

February 23rd, 2023  |  56 mins 1 sec

education, python, writing

After years of being atop our "must-have guests" list, Kelly and Sean finally get to interview Al Sweigart, author of Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, as well as many other books and courses that help people learn Python more effectively.