The Hour of Code is a worldwide initiative that makes computer science accessible to everyone, regardless of background or experience. In just one hour, students are introduced to the fundamentals of programming through interactive, game-like tutorials that feature characters from popular franchises like Minecraft, Star Wars, and Frozen. This program is designed to show students—and parents—that coding is not intimidating, but fun, creative, and empowering. Many families and schools use Hour of Code as the perfect first step into computer science before moving into more advanced courses. With activities available for all grade levels, Hour of Code demonstrates that anyone can learn the basics of coding and sparks long-term interest in STEM learning.