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People Doing Stuff · 2026-04-10
Retired Computer Science Professor Teaches Grandkids Coding, Creates Learning Sensation
Gerald had expertise and grandkids. He had YouTube access. 10 million people learned to code from his channel.
What Happened
Gerald retired after 40 years teaching computer science. His grandkids asked him to teach them coding. He said yes.
He decided to film the lessons as a reference for his grandkids. He uploaded to YouTube "accidentally."
Why This Matters
Authenticity and genuine care for students makes education transformative.
Deeper Context
Online education has democratized learning. Gerald represents education done right.