Tag: Robots for adults

Are you looking for a quirky gift idea? Is the recipient of this gift into coding or programming, whether a wannabe or a pro? If yes, you will love our perfect coding gifts for adults. Choosing a gift can be an arduous job if you're doing it for coders. They have particular preferences and will undoubtedly appreciate something related to their field. This is why we decided to curate a list for your convenience to find programming gift ideas. From fun and quirky T-shirt idea to an engaging coding gadget, this list will cater to all your needs. You don't have to sweat yourself on the task of finding the right gift for a programming enthusiast because we've got it sorted. These products are readily available on Amazon, and as such, you can directly send it to their address in case you're away! So what are you waiting for? Scroll down and get set reading! The Best Coding Gifts for Adults Coding All in 1 for DummiesMega 2560 Project Ultimate Arduino Starter KitABOX Raspberry Pi 3 B+ Complete Starter KitOzobot Evo Educator Entry KitLego Mind Storms EV3Anki Cozmo coding robot toySphero R2-Q5 App-enabled DroidSphero SPRK+ App-Enabled RobotMini DroneLewanSoul 6DOF Full Metal Robotic Arm Kit for ArduinoComputer Science Coffee MugAutomate The Boring Stuff with PythonProgrammer Nutrition Facts-Glass Coffee MugGreen Computer Circuit Board Unisex Socks Gifts for aspiring programmers 1. Coding All in 1 for Dummies OK, so let's kick things off with the gift of knowledge. This is an excellent idea for whoever wants to take in the right amount of knowledge before trying their hand practically. Coding for Dummies is a book that will successfully introduce an avid reader to the different languages and processes of coding. You can find steps to update a website, the creation of an excellent mobile app, and even a great introduction to data science. Thus, this book can be considered a beginners guide as well as an improvement journal! The set consists of 9 books, each discussing the essential spheres of coding ranging from necessary web coding to data evaluation and what not! It is very well received by readers and is one of the best-rated information sets on the Internet. 2. Mega 2560 Project Ultimate Arduino Starter Kit This kit is one of the best rated and reviewed products on Amazon, and as such, we couldn't have forgotten it. The Arduino set is something that can be used by anyone to learn programming and basics of electronics. The tests and experiments are engaging and a fun way to learn in your spare time. The kit comes with a variety of sensors and complete beginners can find assistance with the step by step tutorial that comes with this kit. It comes with a beautiful box to keep all the widgets, including LEDs, IC, buttons, diodes, etc. The sensors have pin modules so you don't need to solder them. This is a great idea if you are looking for coding kits for adults that want to learn a new skill or need to understand the basics but like a challenge. 3. ABOX Raspberry Pi 3 B+ Complete Starter Kit This is an excellent credit card-sized computer that can be utilized to learn the basics of programming with more fun! It comes with a 32 Gb MicroSD card that is preloaded with NOOBS software. This enables users to choose between different operating systems. It also comes with a Micro USB Power Supply, an HDMI Cable and heat sinks to avoid any undue increase in temperature. What's more interesting is that the processor is covered with metal which aids in heat dissipation. The metal tin includes Wifi and Bluetooth chips also. The adapter has an on/off switch for convenience. With this excellent gift, one can make an entire Home Automation System that can control and monitor one's home. How amazing is that? You may also like: Robotic kits for coding beginners 4. Ozobot Evo Educator Entry Kit Another very cool coding robot gift idea to gift someone who aspires to learn coding and programming. With the Evo educator Entry Kit, you get two ways of coding, with and without screens. It makes learning coding more comfortable and more enjoyable with options that range from on-screen and display-free methods. There is also an education app having hundreds of STEM and STEAM lessons that are compatible with almost any tablet. The pack consists of a coding robot, educator Bot Camp, four color coding markers along with a micro USB charger. It also comes with LEDs, motor, sensor, strong polycarbonate shells and rechargeable LiPo batteries. You may also like: Ozobot vs Sphero Gifts Newbies and Pros will love: In this section, you will find some fun gift ideas that will be well appreciated by beginners as well as professionals. Continue reading to find out! 5. Lego Mind Storms EV3 We have to agree that this is perhaps the best-rated product in this entire category and is also an Amazon choice. The Lego mind storm EV3 is a perfect coding robot gift idea for all ages who are building and coding enthusiasts. The robot so created will be able to successfully walk, talk, complete tasks, and even play some games. Such a present will undoubtedly make one of the best coding gifts for adults who love to tinker. This product comes with instructions for many different robotic designs having special features of their own. Builders will be able to program the robot to do various tasks such as shooting and grabbing. This will be an educational as well as a creative toy for anyone. 6. Anki Cozmo coding robot toy Cozmo is a real-life coding robot toy that any kid or adult will love. It can see things from his perspective and has a very beginner-friendly interface. It comes with an app which can educate the individual. This toy robot is very durable and secure for usage. You can play games with it and even learn to code in the Code Lab. It also reacts to sight and app controls. But it does need a compatible device for proper controlling. It comes with facial recognition software that enables him to remember interactions. You will be able to know what the robot feels because of the gestures on the facial display. This little gadget looks like a rover that moves on planets and is a very quirky gift idea that any kid would appreciate. Of course, there is also the Anki Vector to consider. You can read about that in our post where we compare the two. 7. Sphero R2-Q5 App-enabled Droid Is your coding enthusiast friend a Star Wars fan? If yes, then you can not go wrong with this cool droid. This cute robot is compatible with both iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. What’s more interesting is that you can add a diverse range of functions that can be controlled by a remote. There are red-colored LEDs in the rear and a front part that give the robot a very quirky look. The sounds that this droid makes can make anyone go gaga! It is an Amazon's Choice product and will be loved immensely by a Star Wars super fan! You may also like: Best Star Wars robots you can buy 8. Sphero SPRK+ App-Enabled Robot We adore this Sphero app-enabled robot and is one of the best-rated robots on Amazon. It is powered by the Edu app where your can code spark plus using JavaScript. The programmable sensors included in this robot are motor encoders, accelerometer, gyroscope along with LED lights. It has a one-hour battery life, and it also connects to Bluetooth Smart. It is scratch-resistant, waterproof, and charges inductively. People of all ages will love this fun little sphere of joy and it makes a great idea if you are searching for scratch programming gifts. Gifts for coding Professionals Now the list goes one level up because these products would be great for people who love coding and are pros at it! 9. Mini Drone I have one of these mini drones sat next to me as I type and I can promise it is a gift most gadgets freaks will love. Often when stuck at a computer all day you have to just look up, clear the brain and give the eyes a rest, and that is what this is perfect for, a brain break. This model has a fun 3D Flip Functions, one key return as well as one key takeoff/landing. You can also select your preferred speeds from low, medium, and high. I also own a larger drone for taking photos and videos from up high and I must honestly say, I'm surprised at how good these little drones are for flying. Although the battery only lasts about 15 mins per charge, that's plenty for a quick flight before getting back to work. In fact, having written that, I think it is time for a little brain break of my own. 10. LewanSoul 6DOF Full Metal Robotic Arm Kit for Arduino Robotic arms are hugely popular at the moment and are a wonderful coding robot toy. Initially designed just for manufacturing lines, the technology has been shrunk so it is desk-sized. Programmers often complain they don't have enough hands, so give them a whole arm! The LewanSoul robotic arm has 6 high-quality servos ensure smooth movement of the robotic arm and the ability to grab in any direction and once built, the arm can be controlled via a free Android/iOS APP or programming via graphical PC software. It is one of my favorite ideas in this list of coding gifts for adults. 11. Computer Science Coffee Mug Another quirky gift idea for those who love programming and a fresh mug of morning coffee! The code on the cup will crack anyone up in laughter. It is an 11-ounce ceramic mug that will look good in any kitchen shelf. The best part is that the design is pressed into the cup using heat and there are absolutely no stickers or vinyl decals used. The mug is readily available on Amazon. Also, it is microwave as well as dishwasher safe. 12. Automate The Boring Stuff with Python This fantastic book by Al Sweigart is an excellent gift idea for a professional who is always looking forward to transforming things by programming. An avid explanation of how Python can be used to modify programs to do things you want it to do is given. There is step by step instructions, and as such, this read would be a very delightful one for anyone interested in running their programs in a better way! The book is available on Amazon and is a very well rated and reviewed product. We think this book would be ideal for reading geeks and coding lovers. 13. Programmer Nutrition Facts-Glass Coffee Mug If your coding friend is in love with caffeine, then this little gift would be much appreciated. It has a super quirky design and can be the topic of conversation for anyone who spots it in their kitchen. This mug is significant and can hold 13oz of liquid in it. It is made of durable and functional quality glass and as such is of the highest quality. The bottom is also heavy, and one can easily differentiate it from cheap quality products. The design, printed on both the sides of the mug, is clearly visible due to its white color. Not only this, it is well-rated and is also an Amazon’s Choice product! 14. Green Computer Circuit Board Unisex Socks Ahh of course, no gift list would be complete without at least one pair of socks! These coding socks will look very cool and would be very appreciated by anyone who loves programming in real sense. The print is 3D, and the socks are made of 98% polyester. It is a novelty gift idea, and we bet no one will go for it because it’s unique. Buyers have reported that they are very comfortable and look great! Final thoughts on finding the perfect coding gifts for adults As you can see, the list contains a variety of different things ranging from toys to books. It is your call now as you would better know what your friend’s preferences are. While everyone is different, we almost all like a bit of fun which is what this list is aimed at. Although the list is broken up into different abilities, there is no reason that a beginner wouldn't love a pro suggestion and vice versa, everyone loves a bit of fun and a challenge. If you selected anything from this list of coding gifts for adults and kids, then don’t forget to share it with us in the comments section below. Until next time!

Tag: Robots for adults

14 Best Coding Gifts for Adults: Beginners and Pros