The answer may be less about finding more time and more about building learning into the way you already work, solve problems, use AI, and connect with other people.

In Episode 163 of the Teaching Python Podcast, Sean Tibor, Kelly Schuster-Paredes, and Julian Sequeira discuss how they keep learning in a technology landscape shaped by rapid changes in AI, software development, and computing.

They compare practical approaches to continuous learning, including building projects, using commutes and downtime, scheduling dedicated learning time, asking ChatGPT and Claude questions as they come up, watching webinars, reading, experimenting with new tools, and learning from professional networks.

The conversation also explores what happens when you need to learn something you are not naturally interested in. They discuss adult learning, desirable difficulty, just-in-time learning, recursive learning, and why struggling with unfamiliar ideas can still be valuable even when AI can explain concepts instantly.

Along the way, they talk about vibe coding, AI as a learning partner, professional development, technical communities, balancing creation and consumption, and setting boundaries so that continuous learning does not become constant burnout.

If you are trying to keep up with AI, learn new technology, or continue developing technical skills without turning every spare moment into work, this episode offers a practical look at how learning can become part of everyday life.

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The conversation explores crucial concepts like the "Jobs to Be Done" framework, which emphasizes focusing on outcomes rather than getting stuck in existing processes. Pritesh explains how he approaches AI education through playfulness and intuition-building—whether that's getting Batman to sing "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" in ChatGPT or creating AI personalities that debate humans. The discussion touches on the importance of maintaining accountability while delegating responsibility to AI tools, the power of curiosity in adoption, and how reinforcement learning might shape the future of AI integration.

Key resources mentioned:

• Strategyn Jobs to Be Done Framework - Tony Ulwick's innovation methodology
• NotebookLM - Google's AI-powered research tool
• Suno.ai - AI music generation platform
• OpenAI's Real-time API for voice interactions

Special Guest: Pritesh Patel.

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Special Guest: John Mikton.

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Links:

• The Big Google Doc of John's Links — We asked John to compile a list of resources for teachers and this was the result. Click through to get an amazing wealth of teacher training and learning materials.
• The Learning Ideas Conference — New technologies provide us with new opportunities to create new learning experiences, leveraging research from a variety of disciplines along with imagination and creativity. The Learning Ideas Conference has been created to bring researchers, practitioners, and others together to discuss, innovate, and create.
• Learn Computer Science – JetBrains Academy — This track will guide you on your path of mastering Python, one of the much-in-demand languages in today's environment. Known for its straightforward syntax, Python is easy to learn and use, which gained this language popularity and makes its community grow every day. Most commonly, Python is used in data science, web development, and task automation.
• Page from Using Technology in Evidence-Based Teaching and Learning - Chartered College of Teaching — Explore effective research-informed ways of using technology to support teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Amazon.com: A Day in Code- Python: Learn to Code in Python through an Illustrated Story (for Kids and Beginners) eBook: Eskenas, Shari, Quintero Villafraz, Ana: Kindle Store — For kids and beginners of all ages, learning to code in the Python programming language has never been this fun...or fast! This story of an epic day describes real-life situations with Python computer programs presented next to beautiful full-page illustrations. You'll see how activities like adding toppings to a waffle breakfast and playing a game of balloon darts are described with Python programs.
• Summer Workshops - EdTechTeacher — Summer 2021 marks our 19th year of EdTechTeacher Summer Workshops. Just like you have had to adjust, so have we! This year we are offering virtual summer workshops to help you create learning environments that lead to your students’ success.
• Webinars | Resources | Jamf — Webinars from Jamf designed for teachers and IT professionals using Apple devices in the education space.
• 5 Reasons Students Today Need Innovative Learning Spaces | Emerging Education Technologies — That the future of learning and development requires around technology and innovation is a simple reality. Today, students need creative learning spaces to help them build knowledge and think like creators. With the right use of technology, learners can witness an increase in information-retaining and concentration abilities. Innovation is also likely to boost learner-centered education programs. Online projects with interesting education questions and answers will provide students the chance to build their capacity to collaborate and enhance their skills.
• The Science of Well-Being by Yale University | Coursera — In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. As preparation for these tasks, Professor Laurie Santos reveals misconceptions about happiness, annoying features of the mind that lead us to think the way we do, and the research that can help us change. You will ultimately be prepared to successfully incorporate a specific wellness activity into your life.
• Luxembourg Tech School — As mentioned in the episode, the Luxembourg Tech School is running a hackathon on July 3. Follow them to learn more.
• Talk Python Training - Python courses and tutorials for developers - [Talk Python Training] — Learn on-demand through high quality training videos. Our videos and additional resources are available 24/7 so you can learn what you need exactly when you need it.
• AWS Scholarship - AWS Machine Learning Engineer — AWS and Udacity are collaborating to educate developers of all skill levels on machine learning concepts. We invite students 18 years of age or older who are interested in expanding their machine learning skills and expertise to enroll in the AWS Machine Learning Scholarship Program. The goal for this program is to up-level machine learning skills to all, and to cultivate the next generation of ML leaders across the world, with a focus on underrepresented groups. Through its We Power Tech Program, AWS collaborates with professional organizations that are leading initiatives to increase the diversity and talent in technical roles, including organizations like Girls In Tech and the National Society of Black Engineers.
• The International Schools Podcast — Every two weeks we discuss all aspects of technology and life in International Schools. Brought to you by AppsEvents and Acer Education.

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Links:

• Amazon.com: Avogadro Corp: The Singularity Is Closer Than It Appears (Singularity Series Book 1) eBook: William Hertling: Kindle Store — The book that Kelly skipped (and apparently Sean read in 2013)
• Amazon.com: A.I. Apocalypse (Singularity Series Book 2) eBook: William Hertling: Gateway — Kelly's Summer Reading
• Buy a Raspberry Pi 4 Model B – Raspberry Pi — The new Raspberry Pi 4 computer is out.
• Cartoon Guide to Statistics 1, Larry Gonick, Woollcott Smith - Amazon.com
• About - Project Euler — Project Euler is a series of challenging mathematical/computer programming problems that will require more than just mathematical insights to solve. Although mathematics will help you arrive at elegant and efficient methods, the use of a computer and programming skills will be required to solve most problems.
• 4 Ways Your Student Can Avoid the “Summer Slide” — Hearing the final school bell for the year can bring feelings of joy, relief, and...dread? Many students, their parents, and their future teachers know the reality of the so-called “Summer Slide.”
• Amazon.com: HiLetgo New Version ESP8266 NodeMCU LUA CP2102 ESP-12E Internet WiFi Development Board Open Source Serial Wireless Module Works Great with Arduino IDE/Micropython: Gateway — ESP8266 CP2102 NodeMCU LUA ESP-12E WIFI Serial Wireless Module. Built-in Micro-USB, with flash and reset switches, easy to program. Arduino compatible, works great with the latest Arduino IDE/Mongoose IoT/Micropython
• Amazon.com: HiLetgo ESP-WROOM-32 ESP32 ESP-32S Development Board 2.4GHz Dual-Mode WiFi + Bluetooth Dual Cores Microcontroller Processor Integrated with Antenna RF AMP Filter AP STA for Arduino IDE: Gateway — 2.4GHz Dual Mode WiFi + Bluetooth Development Board Ultra-Low power consumption
• TinyPICO | Crowd Supply — One more remarkable ESP32 board.
• PBL Events | PBLWorks — Learn more about PBL, and connect with a worldwide network of educators. We offer events in different locations throughout the year, delivering professional learning opportunities for individuals and small teams.
• ISTE - EdTech Conference 2019 | Philadelphia, June 23-26
• Teach Students How to Learn: Strategies You Can Incorporate Into Any Course to Improve Student Metacognition, Study Skills, and Motivation: Saundra Yancy McGuire, Thomas Angelo, Stephanie McGuire: 9781620363164: Amazon.com: Gateway — What is preventing your students from performing according to expectations? Saundra McGuire offers a simple but profound answer: If you teach students how to learn and give them simple, straightforward strategies to use, they can significantly increase their learning and performance.
• Making Thinking Visible: How to Promote Engagement, Understanding, and Independence for All Learners: Ron Ritchhart, Mark Church, Karin Morrison: 8601419898244: Amazon.com: Gateway — Visible Thinking is a research-based approach to teaching thinking, begun at Harvard's Project Zero, that develops students' thinking dispositions, while at the same time deepening their understanding of the topics they study. Rather than a set of fixed lessons, Visible Thinking is a varied collection of practices, including thinking routines, small sets of questions or a short sequence of steps, as well as the documentation of student thinking.