Viral Video: Kids Chat About Coding on Google Meet, Sparking Debate Over Tech for Youngsters
A recently viral video of young children discussing coding on Google Meet has ignited a lively debate online about how early kids should dive into technology.
The video, which has quickly racked up over a million views and been shared more than 2,000 times, features three boys reviewing a coding project. One child calls the code “pretty basic” but admires the user interface and design, while another talks about adding advanced features. The discussion even covers React, a popular JavaScript library used for building user interfaces.
The sight of children focusing on coding instead of traditional childhood activities like sports or cartoons has surprised many. A user who posted the video commented, “Instead of playing sports or watching cartoons, kids nowadays are coding.”
Reactions to the video have been varied. Some are impressed by the kids’ tech knowledge, while others argue that children should be more involved in arts and sports. One viewer humorously suggested, “It should be illegal to expose kids to React,” implying that such complex topics might be too advanced for them. Another user shared a story about finding coding solutions from a 14-year-old on YouTube.
Additional comments played on the idea that young coders are under too much pressure, with one remarking, “Companies expect 8 years of experience in React right after graduation,” poking fun at the high expectations placed on tech-savvy youngsters.
The video has sparked a broader conversation about the role of technology in childhood development and the appropriate balance between tech skills and traditional play.
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