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Dev tools · alternatives · 2026

24 alternatives to edCode

The free, fun, and effective way to learn how to code.

Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. edCode launched in 2024; newer entries below may have overtaken it.

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    I've been a longtime member @ HN, but I haven't been a developer. In fact, my only HN submission has been one asking how to learn to code (http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=820741). My cofounder and I decided to solve the problem by making a simple, interactive way to get started with Codecademy. We'd love your feedback. If you're interested in helping us to get more courses up (on any topic!), please send us an email at [email protected].

    2011 · codecademy.com · its alternatives →

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    2016 · upskillcourses.com · its alternatives →

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    Curated list of free online programming courses

    2017 · coursesity.com · its alternatives →

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    Pickcode is a new language and editor for getting kids started with coding. The code editing experience is totally structured, where you select choices from menus rather than typing. I made Pickcode after experiences teaching kids both block coding (Scratch, App Inventor) and Python. To me, block coding is too far removed from regular coding for kids to make the connection. Pickcode provides a much clearer transition path for students to Python/JS/Java. Our target market is middle/early high school kids, and that’s who we’ve tested the product with during development. On the…

    2023 · pickcode.io · its alternatives →

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    Lrn▲479

    Learn to code at your convenience

    2015 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →

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    Knowin▲118

    Learn to code in Swift on your phone 📱

    2019 · knowin.app · its alternatives →

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    Learn to code for free

    2015 · freecodecamp.org · its alternatives →

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    Quiz to reveal the best solution for your software project

    2021 · codeornocode.com · its alternatives →

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    Edabit▲101

    It's like Duolingo for learning to code.

    2017 · edabit.com · its alternatives →

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    A fun coding platform for beginners

    2024 · its alternatives →

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    Learn programming for free. Backed by Crypto.

    2021 · its alternatives →

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    Learn to code with tutorials recommended by programmers

    2014 · teachyourselftocode.com · its alternatives →

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    Hey HN - We’ve built a site where you can learn Python, Ruby, and JavaScript in a fun, engaging and interactive way. How is LearnStreet different from other learn-to-code sites you ask? UI/UX: A key aspect of LearnStreet’s courses is its distinct UI/UX. In order to see this, simply sign up! Multi-modal: Our courses are designed for beginners, and we have multiple ways to help you learn, including live chat, Twitter, Q&A, hints, videos and background material. If you don’t know which language you want to pick up, check out our teaser videos in the Courses page!…

    2012 · learnstreet.com · its alternatives →

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    A free eBook on learning how to code 💻

    2019 · ebook.welearncode.com · its alternatives →

  15. 15LS

    2015 · books.aidanf.net · its alternatives →

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    Encode▲210

    Learn to code on your iPhone + iPad

    2017 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →

  17. 17TY

    2012 · teachyourselftocode.com · its alternatives →

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    EasyCode▲252

    Build serious apps with AI. 10x credits. No code required

    2025 · easycode.ai · its alternatives →

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    SwiftCode▲110

    Learn Swift more quickly and easily

    2020 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →

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    PickCode is designed for use on desktop and tablet, and supports creating chatbots, visual designs, and 2D games. There is plenty of functionality missing - you can't add media to games for instance, but the current version shows off the foundation of what I'm aiming at. I taught myself to code using MIT's App Inventor, so I have an enormous respect for block based languages like App Inventor, Scratch, Snap!, MakeCode, etc. PickCode is my attempt at adding options for students who want to learn more about programming without making the jump to text, or as an alternative to block coding for…

    2022 · pickcode.io · its alternatives →

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    Learn to code in a fun and interactive way

    2024 · its alternatives →

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    The Internet’s OG no-code education site, now for business

    2022 · nocode.tech · its alternatives →

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    Now anyone can learn to code!

    2017 · learncodethehardway.org · its alternatives →

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    Discover top rated online programming courses

    2018 · coursesity.com · its alternatives →

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