Five Star Gift Ideas

For your tech-savvy son who loves computer programming and coding, there are plenty of gift ideas to nurture his passion and enhance his skills. Here are a few suggestions that will surely resonate with your son:

1. Coding Starter Kit: Consider gifting a coding starter kit, like Raspberry Pi or Arduino. These kits come with all the necessary components and instructions for building projects and experimenting with coding. They provide an excellent hands-on learning experience.

2. Online Coding Courses or Subscription: Enroll your son in an online coding course or buy him a subscription to coding platforms like Codecademy or Udemy. These platforms offer a wide range of coding languages and project-based courses that will help him further develop his coding skills.

3. Programming Books: Books are an excellent resource for learning and expanding programming knowledge. Consider gifting him popular books like "Python Crash Course" by Eric Matthes or "JavaScript: The Good Parts" by Douglas Crockford. These books provide comprehensive explanations and practical examples for different programming languages.

4. Coding Gadgets: There are various gadgets designed to make coding more fun and engaging. Consider gifting him a programmable robot, like a LEGO Mindstorms set or a Sphero. These robots allow him to write code to control their movements and perform various tasks, combining coding with hands-on experimentation.

5. Coding Challenges: Engage your son in coding challenges with a subscription to coding challenge platforms like HackerRank or LeetCode. These platforms offer a wide range of coding problems that will challenge his skills and help him grow as a programmer.

6. Personalized Coding Gear: Surprise your son with personalized coding gear, such as a t-shirt or hoodie with a witty coding-related slogan or a custom-designed laptop sticker showcasing his favorite coding language or project.

7. Tech Accessories: Enhance his coding experience with tech accessories such as a mechanical keyboard with programmable keys, a high-resolution monitor, or a comfortable ergonomic chair for those long coding sessions.

8. Gift Cards: If you're unsure about his specific coding needs or preferences, a gift card to an online tech store or a coding platform will allow him to choose the tools or resources he needs most.

Remember to pay attention to your son's specific coding interests and stay updated with the latest advancements in the field. By supporting his passion for computer programming and coding, you're not only providing him with meaningful gifts but also encouraging his personal and professional growth in a field he loves.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”