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Launch HN: Py (YC S17) – Learn to Code on the Go

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Re: Launch HN: Py (YC S17) – Learn to Code on the Go

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Post by briandear »

thebiglebrewski wrote: post #15
derektlo wrote: post #10

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Currently, all of our courses are actually free! We will be releasing a new version of Py on iOS within the next day or two that will contain a premium subscription that unlocks access to new premium content we're rolling out.

Sooo....sounds like you're about to become a school that takes money? Are you worried about regulation now?

If there is a regulation about this, it’s ridiculous. A great example of government overreach.

Udemy isn’t regulated as a school. Duolingo isn’t regulated as a school. Considering this product as something that ought to be regulated is madness.

Regulations are the enemy of innovation. Unless there is a health or safety issue, government ought to stay the hell out.

Re: Launch HN: Py (YC S17) – Learn to Code on the Go

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Post by problems »

tijs wrote: post #30

Just finished the swift course and it leaves me wanting more. I mostly like that I can do a few excercises while waiting for the train to arrive and then just pick it up the next day for a few minutes. Feels a bit like duolingo for learning. Unnoticed some humanities subjects in the store screenshots? Would be cool to do the same treatment for history or more high level concepts in programming like algorithms. Kudos…

Wait, so it's called Py but has a course on Swift?

Might want to rethink that name or something.

Re: Launch HN: Py (YC S17) – Learn to Code on the Go

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Post by TheRealmccoy »

hello Derek and Will, Currently I am on an experiment to learn programming only via a smartphone and I have started with 6.00.1x of EdX. I am using Termux and GNUROOTDEBIAN app on my phone. If you would be interested, along side I could work with Py and may be give you a comparison of some sort on my experience of different module and topic on both. Prior I worked for 7 months as an EIR with an edtech Startup and also have been a founder for 52 months.

Please do let me know, my email is in my profile.

Re: Launch HN: Py (YC S17) – Learn to Code on the Go

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Post by tennien »

PacifyFish wrote: post #48

I've done a few of your lessons and I feel they only scratch the surface. The format works well for learning high-level concepts, but anyone planning to "go from 0 to coder" with this app is fooling themselves.

You'd be surprised! The coding interview questions are real-world questions used at real tech companies. Once you can answer them right, you can get a job.

Re: Launch HN: Py (YC S17) – Learn to Code on the Go

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Post by dabber »

Hey! I got a chance to play around with the app a bit and thought I'd leave my first impressions here (for whatever it's worth.)

- I love the fact that I'm not forced to make an account but given the option; though not sure what benefits that offers. Picking up in the same spot across devices I guess.

- didn't realize i could skip modules at first, once I did I liked it a lot more.

- I've only played with the JS stuff so far. It's pretty basic for me right now but I'd imagine (and hope) you'll be adding some heavier stuff.

- Beautiful UI.

- The correct/wrong notifications are very similar to other apps like this (not a criticism), is there a common library for that? I never really thought about it.

- I personally would like and make use of a "give us feedback" item.

- I'd like to be able to take some short tests or flash cards. Maybe for built in methods, design patterns, "what would this evaluate to", etc..

- No weird permissions!!

I'll keep my eye on this. Good luck with it!

Re: Launch HN: Py (YC S17) – Learn to Code on the Go

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Post by ebb-tide »

I was skeptical.. but I really like it! The UI looks very pleasant, and there's an addictive rhythm that keeps you going. As a programmer the beginner courses get tedious for me, I dont need the concept of conditionals explained to me again, but if you had an expert level intro to a language I didnt know- I would definitely want to learn the syntax and idiosyncracies of a new language this way. It feels really painless to learn things in this style.

Re: Launch HN: Py (YC S17) – Learn to Code on the Go

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Post by jkapelus »

tennien wrote: post #39
y4mi wrote: post #38

You should really mention that your android version doesnt exist yet. There is not even an ETA available, just an email signup for 'updates'.

We actually do have an android version in alpha: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.py

I get an "item not found" error in the play store.

Re: Launch HN: Py (YC S17) – Learn to Code on the Go

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Post by tennien »

dabber wrote: post #55

Hey! I got a chance to play around with the app a bit and thought I'd leave my first impressions here (for whatever it's worth.) - I love the fact that I'm not forced to make an account but given the option; though not sure what benefits that offers. Picking up in the same spot across devices I guess. - didn't realize i could skip modules at first, once I did I liked it a lot more. - I've only played with the JS stuf…

We're glad you like us!

- Definitely wanted to keep this option; no reason to force it on everyone.

- We let you learn at the right level.

- Believe it or not, we cover the core language. So once you finish JavaScript, you'll know enough to build a project or pass an interview at a top tech company.

- Completely custom; the design idiom is a common one.

- We're about to add this!

- If you want this, check out our coding interviews course.

- You're welcome :)

Re: Launch HN: Py (YC S17) – Learn to Code on the Go

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Post by tennien »

problems wrote: post #52
tijs wrote: post #30

Just finished the swift course and it leaves me wanting more. I mostly like that I can do a few excercises while waiting for the train to arrive and then just pick it up the next day for a few minutes. Feels a bit like duolingo for learning. Unnoticed some humanities subjects in the store screenshots? Would be cool to do the same treatment for history or more high level concepts in programming like algorithms. Kudos…

Wait, so it's called Py but has a course on Swift? Might want to rethink that name or something.

Most users don't think Py = Python. Most associate it with the number. See name discussion below.

Re: Launch HN: Py (YC S17) – Learn to Code on the Go

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Post by staticautomatic »

tennien wrote: post #42
staticautomatic wrote: post #40

Installed on Android 7. Sorta kinda worked once. Crashed. Cannot restart after force stop.

I'm literally typing fixes right now. We'll get this out ASAP.

I applaud you for working around the clock on it, but honestly, the android app isn't even alpha. It just doesn't work. I think you jumped the gun on listing it in the Play store.
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