Hardware Podcasts

513: I'm Sorry You Learned Something

Embedded.fm · 30 Oct 2025 · 1h 17m · Episode 513

What this episode covers

Jason Turner, creator of C++ Weekly and founder of Empty Crate, discusses his new book 'Programming Puzzles Big Book' and his career evolution from software developer to educator. He explains how he uses paper-based puzzles to teach core computer science concepts like binary, recursion, and assembly without using technical jargon, aiming to make learning accessible and fun for ages 7-99. Turner also reflects on his transition from contracting to full-time content creation, the importance of onsite training, and his philosophy on writing and motivation.

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Empty Crate, Mouser Electronics
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C++ Weekly, Programming Puzzles Big Book, Object Lifetime Puzzlers, CppCast, LeanPub, PlateUp!, Overcooked, Factorio, Shenzhen.io, C++ Best Practices, C++23 Best Practices, CppCon, Virginia Tech, VB6, Git, Oh My Git!, Calibre, Kindle Scribe

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