Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who has a passion for coding and developing apps, there are several meaningful and personal gift options that can help fuel his enthusiasm and enhance his skills. Here are a few ideas to consider:

1. Programming Books: Consider gifting your son a few programming books related to app development. Look for titles that cover languages and frameworks he is interested in, such as Python, Java, or Swift. Books that focus on practical application and provide hands-on projects can be especially valuable.

2. Online Courses or Subscriptions: There are numerous online learning platforms that offer coding courses. Look for platforms that specialize in app development, such as Udemy, Coursera, or Pluralsight. A subscription to a coding platform can provide access to a wide range of resources, tutorials, and coding challenges for continuous learning.

3. Raspberry Pi or Arduino Kit: These kits provide a hands-on approach to coding and electronics. Raspberry Pi allows for the creation of various projects, including home automation, gaming consoles, or even a personal assistant. Arduino kits provide a great introduction to building and programming physical devices like robots or sensors.

4. Coding Gadgets: Consider gifting your son coding gadgets that can enhance his programming experience. Mechanical keyboards, programmable macro pads, or digital drawing tablets can provide a more enjoyable and efficient coding environment.

5. Coding Tools: Assist your son in expanding his coding toolset. Subscription services, IDE (Integrated Development Environment) licenses, or premium code editors can be valuable additions to his coding arsenal. Consider tools like JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA or Visual Studio Code.

6. Personalized Merchandise: Allow your son to show off his coding enthusiasm with personalized merchandise. Customized t-shirts, hoodies, or laptop sleeves with coding-related slogans or his favorite programming language can make thoughtful and unique gifts.

7. Participation in Hackathons or Coding Competitions: Encourage your son to explore his skills by participating in hackathons or coding competitions. These events offer opportunities to apply his knowledge, collaborate with others, and showcase his abilities. You can offer to cover any associated costs or provide support during the event.

8. App Development Course or Bootcamp: If your son is serious about app development and wants to pursue it as a career, consider enrolling him in an app development course or bootcamp. These can provide comprehensive training, mentorship, and networking opportunities that can accelerate his learning and professional growth.

Remember to have open conversations with your son about his goals and aspirations in coding. This will help you understand his specific interests and find a gift that aligns with his individual needs and preferences. Ultimately, supporting his passion and providing him with tools for growth will likely be the most meaningful gift you can give.

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.”