Philip Colligan – Noise https://noise.getoto.net The collective thoughts of the interwebz Wed, 04 Jun 2025 06:00:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 Why kids still need to learn to code in the age of AI  https://noise.getoto.net/2025/06/04/why-kids-still-need-to-learn-to-code-in-the-age-of-ai/ Wed, 04 Jun 2025 06:00:20 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=90354 Today we’re publishing a position paper setting out five arguments for why we think that kids still need to learn to code in the age of artificial intelligence. Just like every wave of technological innovation that has come before, the advances in artificial intelligence (AI) are raising profound questions about the future of human work.…

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]]> Experience CS: a new way to teach computer science https://noise.getoto.net/2025/03/27/experience-cs-a-new-way-to-teach-computer-science/ Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:04:03 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=89689 I am delighted to announce Experience CS, a free, integrated computer science curriculum for elementary and middle school students (8–14 years old) that will be available in June 2025.  Experience CS enables educators to teach computer science through a standards-aligned curriculum that integrates computer science concepts and knowledge into core subjects like maths, science, languages,…

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]]> The need to invest in AI skills in schools https://noise.getoto.net/2025/01/17/the-need-to-invest-in-ai-skills-in-schools/ Fri, 17 Jan 2025 15:07:55 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=89294 Earlier this week, the UK Government published its AI Opportunities Action Plan, which sets out an ambitious vision to maintain the UK’s position as a global leader in artificial intelligence.  Whether you’re from the UK or not, it’s a good read, setting out the opportunities and challenges facing any country that aspires to lead the…

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]]> Introducing the new Code Club https://noise.getoto.net/2024/09/24/introducing-the-new-code-club/ Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:23:43 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=88474 Today we’re unveiling a fresh look and feel for Code Club, along with a new ambition to inspire 10 million more young people to get creative with technology over the next decade. Code Club is a network of free coding clubs where young people learn how to create with technology. Founded in the UK in…

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]]> Experience AI expands to reach over 2 million students https://noise.getoto.net/2024/09/05/experience-ai-expands-to-reach-over-2-million-students/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 11:29:12 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=88144 Two years ago, we announced Experience AI, a collaboration between the Raspberry Pi Foundation and Google DeepMind to inspire the next generation of AI leaders. Today I am excited to announce that we are expanding the programme with the aim of reaching more than 2 million students over the next 3 years, thanks to a…

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]]> What would an IPO mean for the Raspberry Pi Foundation? https://noise.getoto.net/2024/05/28/what-would-an-ipo-mean-for-the-raspberry-pi-foundation/ Tue, 28 May 2024 08:44:32 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=87371 On 22 May 2024, we announced that we are intending to list the Foundation’s commercial subsidiary, Raspberry Pi Ltd, on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange. This is called an Initial Public Offering (IPO).  The IPO process is — quite rightly — highly regulated, and information about the company and the potential listing…

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]]> Code Club at Number Ten Downing Street https://noise.getoto.net/2024/01/25/code-club-at-number-ten-downing-street/ Thu, 25 Jan 2024 14:09:33 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=86184 With the rapid advances in digital technologies like artificial intelligence, it’s more important than ever that every young person has the opportunity to learn how computers are being used to change the world and to develop the skills and confidence to get creative with technology.  There’s no better way to develop those abilities (super powers…

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]]> AI literacy for teachers and students all over the world https://noise.getoto.net/2023/11/15/ai-literacy-for-teachers-and-students-all-over-the-world/ Wed, 15 Nov 2023 10:10:02 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=85457 I am delighted to announce that the Raspberry Pi Foundation and Google DeepMind are building a global network of educational organisations to bring AI literacy to teachers and students all over the world, starting with Canada, Kenya, and Romania. Experience AI  We launched Experience AI in September 2022 to help teachers and students learn about…

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]]> What does AI mean for computing education? https://noise.getoto.net/2023/10/19/what-does-ai-mean-for-computing-education/ Thu, 19 Oct 2023 08:34:16 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=85076 It’s been less than a year since ChatGPT catapulted generative artificial intelligence (AI) into mainstream public consciousness, reigniting the debate about the role that these powerful new technologies will play in all of our futures. ‘Will AI save or destroy humanity?’ might seem like an extreme title for a podcast, particularly if you’ve played with…

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]]> Celebrate Pi Day by supporting the Raspberry Pi Foundation https://noise.getoto.net/2023/03/14/celebrate-pi-day-by-supporting-the-raspberry-pi-foundation/ Tue, 14 Mar 2023 10:32:38 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=83451 Today is officially Pi Day.  While 14 March is an opportunity for our American friends to celebrate the mathematical constant Pi, we are also very happy to make this day a chance to say a massive thank you to everyone who supports the Raspberry Pi Foundation’s work through their generous donations. More than computers You…

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]]> What to expect from the Raspberry Pi Foundation in 2023 https://noise.getoto.net/2023/01/10/what-to-expect-from-the-raspberry-pi-foundation-in-2023/ Tue, 10 Jan 2023 14:58:48 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=82702 Welcome to 2023.  I hope that you had a fantastic 2022 and that you’re looking forward to an even better year ahead. To help get the year off to a great start, I thought it might be fun to share a few of the things that we’ve got planned for 2023. Whether you’re a teacher,…

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]]> Experience AI with the Raspberry Pi Foundation and DeepMind https://noise.getoto.net/2022/09/26/experience-ai-with-the-raspberry-pi-foundation-and-deepmind/ Mon, 26 Sep 2022 15:00:13 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=81424 I am delighted to announce a new collaboration between the Raspberry Pi Foundation and a leading AI company, DeepMind, to inspire the next generation of AI leaders. The Raspberry Pi Foundation’s mission is to enable young people to realise their full potential through the power of computing and digital technologies. Our vision is that every…

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]]> Introducing raspberrypi.com https://noise.getoto.net/2021/10/06/introducing-raspberrypi-com/ Wed, 06 Oct 2021 08:31:41 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=76211 I am delighted to announce the launch of raspberrypi.com — a new website dedicated to Raspberry Pi computers and associated technologies. Head on over to find all about our low-cost, high-performance PCs, add-on boards or HATs, microcontrollers, accessories, and much more.  As well as being able to learn about and purchase the full range of…

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]]> Introducing the Raspberry Pi Computing Education Research Centre https://noise.getoto.net/2021/07/22/introducing-the-raspberry-pi-computing-education-research-centre/ Thu, 22 Jul 2021 09:30:08 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=72885 I am delighted to announce the creation of the Raspberry Pi Computing Education Research Centre at the University of Cambridge. With computers and digital technologies increasingly shaping all of our lives, it’s more important than ever that every young person, whatever their background or circumstances, has meaningful opportunities to learn about how computers work and…

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]]> Closing the digital divide with Raspberry Pi computers https://noise.getoto.net/2021/02/22/closing-the-digital-divide-with-raspberry-pi-computers/ Mon, 22 Feb 2021 17:50:49 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=68369 One of the harsh lessons we learned last year was that far too many young people still don’t have a computer for learning at home. There has always been a digital divide; the pandemic has just put it centre-stage. The good news is that the cost of solving this problem is now trivial compared to…

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]]> Creative projects for young digital makers https://noise.getoto.net/2021/02/05/creative-projects-for-young-digital-makers/ Fri, 05 Feb 2021 14:08:22 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=67929 With so many people all over the world still living in various levels of lockdown, we’ve been working hard to provide free, creative project resources for you to keep young digital makers occupied, learning, and most importantly having fun. As a dad of two, I know how useful it is to have resources and project…

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]]> Learning at home with the Raspberry Pi Foundation https://noise.getoto.net/2021/01/06/learning-at-home-with-the-raspberry-pi-foundation/ Wed, 06 Jan 2021 16:17:54 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=66759 As the UK — like many countries around the world — kicks off the new year with another national lockdown, meaning that millions of young people are unable to attend school, I want to share an update on how the Raspberry Pi Foundation is helping young people to learn at home. Please help us spread…

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]]> New Chair and Trustees of the Raspberry Pi Foundation https://noise.getoto.net/2020/10/22/new-chair-and-trustees-of-the-raspberry-pi-foundation/ Thu, 22 Oct 2020 08:55:06 +0000 https://www.raspberrypi.org/?p=64564 I am delighted to share the news that we have appointed a new Chair and Trustees of the Raspberry Pi Foundation. Between them, they bring an enormous range of experience and expertise to what is already a fantastic Board of Trustees, and I am really looking forward to working with them. New Chair of the…

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