Five Star Gift Ideas

For a son who is passionate about intermediate coding, there are plenty of gift ideas that can enhance his coding skills and provide him with new opportunities for learning and growth. Here are some meaningful and personal gift ideas to consider for your son:

1. Coding Course or Bootcamp: Consider enrolling your son in an advanced coding course or bootcamp. This will allow him to expand his coding skills and learn from industry experts. Look for courses that focus on the programming languages or technologies he is interested in, such as Python, Java, or web development.

2. Coding Books: Gift him a collection of coding books that focus on advanced coding concepts or specific programming languages. Some popular titles include "Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship" by Robert C. Martin and "Python Crash Course" by Eric Matthes.

3. Coding Subscription Box: Subscription boxes like Bitsbox or Creation Crate provide monthly coding projects and activities designed for different skill levels. These boxes often include coding challenges and projects that can keep your son engaged in his coding journey.

4. Raspberry Pi: Raspberry Pi is a credit-card-sized computer that can be used for various coding projects and experiments. It's a great tool for intermediate coders to build their own applications or explore the world of hardware programming.

5. Coding Gadgets: Consider gifting him coding gadgets like a programmable robot, a 3D printer, or a virtual reality headset. These gadgets can provide hands-on experience and spark his creativity as he explores new coding possibilities.

6. Hackathon or Coding Event Tickets: Look for local hackathons, coding competitions, or tech conferences happening in your area and gift your son tickets to participate. These events allow him to network with other coders and learn from industry professionals.

7. Online Coding Platform Subscription: Sign your son up for an online coding platform such as Coursera, Udemy, or Pluralsight. These platforms offer a wide range of coding courses, tutorials, and projects that he can access anytime, anywhere, at his own pace.

8. Coding Tools: Consider purchasing coding tools like a high-quality mechanical keyboard, a dual monitor setup, or a comfortable ergonomic chair. These tools can enhance his coding experience and make his coding space more efficient and enjoyable.

9. Mentorship or Internship Opportunity: Explore mentorship or internship opportunities for your son to work alongside experienced coders. This can provide him with real-world coding experience and guidance to further develop his skills.

10. Personalized Coding Merchandise: Consider personalized coding merchandise such as coding-themed t-shirts, hoodies, or mugs. You can even get customized items with his favorite coding quotes or the logo of his preferred programming language.

Remember, the best gift is one that aligns with your son's specific interests and goals. By choosing a gift that caters to his love for intermediate coding, you'll not only support his passion but also provide him with the means to further his knowledge and skills in the field.

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.”