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Welcome to our blog, where we delve into the realms of education, coding, and technology. We aim to empower parents and students by providing valuable insights, tutorials, and resources. From unraveling the mysteries of coding to exploring its endless possibilities, we believe that coding is not just a skill but a mindset that nurtures problem-solving, creativity, and resilience. Join us on this exciting journey as we shape the next generation of digital pioneers, preparing them to thrive in the ever-evolving digital age.
#CodingLabStudents: Isaac Guan Bozhang, HCIC 2024 Platinum Winner
From flipping through a Scratch book at age eight to winning the top prize at the Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge (HCIC) 2024 - only awarded to the top 1.5% of participants, Isaac’s coding journey has been nothing short of remarkable!
Whether he's building games or tinkering with code to understand how things work, Isaac has developed a deep appreciation for coding that extends beyond competition wins. His ability to push himself, experiment, and problem-solve makes him an inspiring young coder to watch.
#CodingLabStudents: Ong Zi Xun, HCIC 2024 Bronze Winner
At just a year into his coding journey, Ong Zi Xun has already proven his mettle by clinching the Bronze award at the prestigious Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge (HCIC) 2024.
Zi Xun’s story is one of resilience, curiosity, and the pursuit of his passions. Initially introduced to coding during a school holiday camp, he quickly developed a deep interest in it, fueled by his love for games and creativity.
Despite facing challenges, like not getting into his first-choice robotics club, Zi Xun didn’t let setbacks deter him. Instead, he turned to coding as an outlet to explore his love for technology and problem-solving. His journey serves as an inspiring example of how determination and enthusiasm can lead to remarkable achievements. Read on to find out more about his coding journey!
#CodingLabStudents: Yii Kia Shian, HCIC 2024 Silver Winner
Meet Kia Shian, a passionate young coder who has been exploring the world of programming since the age of 7!
His dedication and creativity have led him to achieve remarkable milestones, including winning the Silver Award at the prestigious Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge (HCIC) 2024 as well as the Gold and Judge’s Choice - Best Presentation Award at the International Coding Showcase 2023.
Combining his love for coding with his knack for problem-solving, Kia Shian has consistently demonstrated resilience and innovation in his projects. From crafting educational games to envisioning AI-driven solutions for societal improvement, Kia Shian is an inspiring example of how technology can be harnessed to make a difference. Let’s dive into his coding journey, aspirations, and advice for fellow young programmers.
#CodingLabStudents: Alicia Khong, 12, MIT AI & Education Summit 1st Prize Winner
Meet Alicia, an inspiring young coder whose dedication to STEM has earned her a Direct School Admission (DSA) offer to her preferred schools and won her various awards in both the local and global stage - the 1st Prize in the prestigious MIT AI & Education Summit, and the Silver Award in the International Coding Showcase 2023!
#CodingLabStudents: Lim Chen Kai, 12, HCIC 2024 Bronze Winner
At Coding Lab, we are proud to showcase the incredible journeys of our students who continue to push boundaries and achieve remarkable feats.
Meet Chen Kai, a talented young coder whose determination and passion for learning have led him to significant accomplishments, including the Bronze Award at the prestigious Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge (HCIC) and a successful DSA offer to the School of Science and Technology (SST) for 2025!
Young Innovator Alicia Khong Takes the Spotlight in Lianhe Zaobao
At just 12 years old, Alicia Khong has already made remarkable strides in the world of programming. Starting her coding journey at the tender age of 7, she has grown to become a role model for young coders everywhere, showcasing how determination and passion can lead to extraordinary achievements.
This year, Alicia’s incredible journey was featured in Lianhe Zaobao, where her story of perseverance, innovation, and success captured the hearts of readers. Her achievements speak volumes about her talent and hard work:
#CodingLabStudents: Tan Yap, 12, HCIC 2024 Platinum Winner
At Coding Lab, we believe in nurturing curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills in our students, and Tan Yap is a shining example of this philosophy in action!
Tan Yap’s coding journey began when she was just in preschool, sparked by a robotics class that piqued her curiosity. Since then, her passion for coding has grown immensely, from Scratch to Python, and now exploring languages like JavaScript and C++. She has even competed in the prestigious Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge (HCIC) 2024 and won the Platinum award in her first-ever competition, only awarded to the top 1.5% of participants — an achievement that speaks volumes about her dedication and drive!
#CodingLabStudents: Aiden Breva, 12, HCIC 2024 Silver Winner, NJCO Bronze Winner
At Coding Lab, we are excited to share the incredible journeys of our students. Meet Aiden Breva, a 12-year-old from Tanjong Katong Primary School who has already made a significant impact in the world of coding and cybersecurity!
#CodingLabStudents: Prabir Balchandani, 13, HCIC 2023 Platinum Winner
Today, we are introducing Prabir, an aspiring 13-year-old coder who clinched the Top Platinum Award for the Hwa Chong Info-Communications Challenge (HCIC) 2023, which is only awarded to the top 1.5% of the participants!
#CodingLabStudents Shine with 5 Platinum Awards at HCIC 2024
A huge round of applause to our exceptional 2024 batch of students for their fantastic performance at this years HCIC! 🏆 This year, our students made us proud by taking home an impressive 18 awards, including 5 Platinum Awards (given to the top 1.5% of participants!), 2 of which were earned by girls. Talk about #girlpower!
From Singapore to MIT: How Coding Lab Students Achieved Global Success
At the end of July 2024, Coding Lab was proud to announce that our brilliant #CodingLabStudents clinched the top prizes in various categories at the prestigious 2024 MIT AI & Education Summit! We had the chance to meet various experts at MIT, such as Professor Hal Abelson, and our co-founder, Yong Ning Foo, as well as our team, gained various insights from them.
#CodingLabStudents: Winston Ang, 13, St. Andrew’s Secondary School
Today, we are introducing Winston, an aspiring 13-year-old coder who kickstarted his coding journey with us and got into his dream school via DSA with coding, right here at Coding Lab!
Coding Lab won First Prize at the 2024 MIT AI & Education Summit!
Our Coding Lab students from Singapore students do the country proud at the prestigious MIT AI & Education Summit 2024, held from July 24 - July 26 in Cambridge, MA. by clinching top prizes!
Empowering Women in Tech at the Women’s Forum For the Economy and Society 2024!
Coding Lab is extremely honoured to be featured in the Women’s Forum For the Economy and Society 2024, hosted at Singapore Management University! This year’s theme, “Tech as a Vector of Inclusion”, was an especially significant endeavor as it brought female perspectives on technological advancements to the forefront of a typically male-dominated industry.
#CodingLabStudents: Lucas Tan, 13, St. Joseph’s Institution
At Coding Lab, we are passionate about empowering our students to reach new heights and commemorating the remarkable achievements of our students. Introducing our #CodingLabStudent of the month, Lucas Tan, 13, who is currently attending St. Joseph’s Institution after successfully gaining an offer through DSA via coding!
#CodingLabStudents: Chen Feng, 12, Rosyth Primary School
At Coding Lab, we are passionate about empowering our students to reach new heights and commemorating the remarkable achievements of our students. Prepare to be inspired as we introduce you to Chen Feng, 12, from Rosyth Primary School.
His exceptional talents were recognised with a Distinction and Judges' Choice (Most Promising Coder) Award at the International Coding Showcase (ICS) 2022. He also won the Silver award at the reputable Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge (HCIC) 2023!
#CodingLabStudents: Jacob Xu, 13, NUS High School, HCIC 2023 Gold Award Winner
Our students are our pride and joy, and it always fills us with immense pleasure to share their growth and achievements to acknowledge them for their hard work.
Meet Jacob, a diligent 13-year-old coder who won the Gold Award in the Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge (HCIC 2023), achieved a Distinction and Judges’ Choice (Best Presentation) Award at the International Coding Showcase (ICS) 2022, and is currently attending NUS High School, which he got into via DSA!
Winning 3 Platinum Medals (Top Awards) – Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge 2023!
We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our exceptional students, Chen-Xuan, Emrys and Prabir, who have achieved remarkable accomplishments in this year’s Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge 2023! 🏆 Chen-Xuan, Emrys, and Prabir have each earned the prestigious Platinum award, the highest honour bestowed upon the top 1.5% of participants.
#CodingLabStudents: Isaac Khong, 12, Platinum Award Winner, HCIC 2022
Meet our Coding Lab student, Isaac Khong – Platinum Award winner (the highest honour, awarded to the top 1.5% of participants) at the Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge (HCIC) 2022.
#CodingLabStudents: Tan Zheng Kai, 12, Gold Winner, HCIC 2022
Here at Coding Lab, we aim to nurture future leaders in technology and it is always exciting to celebrate our fantastic students’ achievements. Today, we have Tan Zheng Kai, 12, with us, who has done us proud by achieving a Gold Award at the Hwa Chong Infocomm Challenge (HCIC) 2022!
His coding journey began when he was 10 years old, so it is even more amazing to see him progress so much and clinch an award in this highly reputable competition in just 2 years! Let us now hear from Zheng Kai directly about his coding journey.