Five Star Gift Ideas

When it comes to thinking of the perfect Christmas gift for someone who loves programming and technology, there are plenty of options that are sure to leave your girlfriend feeling delighted and appreciated.

Here are a few ideas to get you started:

1. Code-themed jewelry: You might be familiar with the "geek chic" trend that has been popular in recent years. Many jewelry designers have taken inspiration from technology and created pieces like circuit board earrings, keyboard key necklaces, and binary code rings. These pieces often combine sleek metal finishes with splashes of bright color, making them both subtle and eye-catching.

2. Personalized coding mug or laptop case: People who love programming often spend many hours in front of their computers, so a little bit of personality in their tech accessories can go a long way. Sites like Etsy offer plenty of options for personalized mugs and laptop cases that feature coding jokes, favorite GitHub memes or even custom-designed covers that feature her favourite programming languages.

3. Coding books or subscription services: There are so many programming books out there, making it hard to know which would be perfect for her. Look out for books with lots of engaging exercises, or a subscription to a coding tutorial website she can refer back to.

4. Customised Keyboard: If your girlfriend spends a lot of time typing away on her computer, consider a customized keyboard. There are services out there that cater to various designs, colors, and layouts that are sure to please computer coding enthusiasts.

5. Tech gadgets: There are plenty of electronic gadgets on the market today that programming lovers would enjoy. Consider a digital microscope camera that can capture detailed images, or a Raspberry Pi kit that allows you to build, program and experiment with a device about the size of a credit card.

6. Code T-shirts: For those that love to wear their heart on their sleeve, purchase a t-shirt featuring a humorous programming quote or graph themed comic, the options are endless.

Regardless of which gift you choose, take the time to personalize it to fit your unique girlfriend’s interest in programming. She will appreciate the effort you’ve made to understand and celebrate her passion.

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