Frequently Asked Questions

If you don’t find the answer you need, please email the Coding for Good team at one of the following:

• Michael Quinn: info@lynxcoding.club

• Peter Skillen: peter@codetolearn.ca

• Brenda Sherry: bsherry@codetolearn.ca

Who is hosting the Lynx Project?

Lynx is a Canadian made text-based coding software. Code To Learn was awarded a CanCode grant from the Federal Government to help Canadian students learn about coding, computational thinking and digital skills. Lynx is listed as an approved Learning Resource of the Ontario Ministry of Education.

How does my child get involved with this project?

There is no signup for the project! It's 3 easy steps!

1. You will use the information from the tutorial to learn how to make a card using Lynx Software

2. Create your Interactive Greeting Card!

3. Submit your card!

When is the project happening?

The project launches on June 24th and finishes on August 9th.

What kind of technology will we need in order to participate?

You will need an internet connected device. Lynx launches in a browser, so Windows and MacIntosh computers work, as well as Chromebooks. We recommend that you use Chrome if possible, and if you are using an iPad, try to have an external keyboard connected for best results.

Where do I find the instructions for using Lynx?

Here is the tutorial that will lead you through creating a card step by step.

Other information about Lynx can be found:

• https://lynxcoding.club/

• http://cancodetolearn.ca/

Is there support if we get stuck on the coding?

Yes! Office hours are on Zoom - Tuesdays from 10-11 am EDT and Thursdays from 4:00 - 5:00 pm EDT.

This is a time for you to get help from our project leads—bring your questions!

How will I help my child submit the project?

Submit your project by pasting embed code into this Google form, along with a bit of information that will enter you in a draw for prizes!

Prizes! How might we win prizes?

You will be entered into the draw for prizes each time that you submit a unique card using the publish/share section on the website.

Once we share the card, who can see it?

Once you submit the card, it will be entered into the draw and will be shared out through our social media networks to frontline workers via Code To Learn, Taking IT Global, and Inksmith. We want your awesome messages of appreciation to get to the wonderful frontline workers!