Five Star Gift Ideas

For your boyfriend who loves computer programming and coding, there are plenty of exciting and meaningful gift options that cater to his interests. Here are some ideas to consider:

1. Coding Books: Look for books that delve into advanced programming concepts, new languages, or coding challenges. Consider popular options like "The Pragmatic Programmer" by Andrew Hunt and David Thomas or "Cracking the Coding Interview" by Gayle Laakmann McDowell.

2. Online Coding Courses: Enroll him in an online coding course or subscription to platforms like Udemy, Coursera, or Codecademy. These platforms offer a wide range of programming courses and coding challenges that he can take at his own pace and explore new areas of interest.

3. Coding Gadgets: Introduce him to cool gadgets that can enhance his coding experience. For example, a programmable mechanical keyboard, a high-quality mouse with customizable buttons, or even a dual monitor setup can make his coding sessions more efficient and enjoyable.

4. Coding-themed Clothing: Consider getting him clothing or accessories with coding humor or slogans. T-shirts with clever coding puns or hoodies featuring programming jokes can help him show off his passion even outside the office or coding environment.

5. Raspberry Pi: Raspberry Pi is a small, affordable computer board that can be used for various coding projects and experiments. It can be an excellent gift for your boyfriend to tinker with coding, build small projects, and expand his programming skills.

6. Coding Puzzle Games: Find interactive coding puzzle games that challenge his problem-solving skills while having fun. Games like "Human Resource Machine" or "TIS-100" are specifically designed to entertain and teach coding concepts simultaneously.

7. Personalized Coding Projects: Consider creating a personalized coding project for him. It could be a small website, a simple game, or a mobile app that reflects his interests or tells a story about your relationship. This thoughtful gift not only showcases your effort but also allows him to use his coding skills to bring your idea to life.

8. Technical Gadgets: Explore technical gadgets that align with his programming interests. For instance, a portable monitor for coding on the go, noise-canceling headphones for a distraction-free environment, or a smartwatch to receive coding reminders and notifications can be handy and appreciated.

9. Hackathon or Conference Tickets: Look for local tech events, hackathons, or programming conferences happening in your area and gift him the tickets. This would give him the opportunity to network with other programmers, learn from industry experts, and stay up to date with the latest trends.

10. DIY Coding Kit: Curate a DIY coding kit comprising components like Arduino boards, breadboards, wires, and sensors. Such kits empower him to experiment with hardware programming, robotics, and IoT projects.

Remember to choose a gift that aligns with his specific coding interests and provides room for exploration and growth. Showcasing your understanding and support for his passion will undoubtedly make the gift even more special.

Or you can get him a star map with the date when he was born.

Staci Genelle Foland says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I ordered a print for my boyfriend for his upcoming birthday 7 days ago and received it today. I ordered the anatomical heart one reflecting back on our first date. We love it! It is beautifully done and looks great in the living room!!!”