Fun and Free ways to learn Tech in 2025
Don't be intimidated by coding, you can still get into tech, here is how.
Shane Brown
2/28/20253 min read
Welcome to the Tech Playground: Fun and Free Ways to Learn Tech in 2025!
So, you want to get into tech, but you don’t know where to start? Maybe coding sounds intimidating, or you’ve heard cybersecurity is all about hacking like in the movies (spoiler: it’s not). The good news? Tech is for everyone—and learning it doesn’t have to be boring or overwhelming.
In this blog, we’re going to explore some fun, interactive, and free ways to start your tech journey. Whether you want to try programming, dive into cybersecurity, or just understand how things work, there’s a place for you.
Let’s explore the best ways to learn tech in 2025.
1. Play Games That Teach You to Code
Who said learning has to feel like school? There are many games that teach programming, logic, and problem-solving without boring lectures.
Check these out:
CodeCombat – Play an RPG where your sword-fighting skills depend on how well you code.
Flexbox Froggy – Guide a frog to its lilypad using CSS Flexbox. Perfect for web design beginners.
Screeps – A real-time strategy game where you control units by coding their AI in JavaScript.
CyberStart – A fun way to learn ethical hacking and cybersecurity through challenges.
These games teach real skills while keeping it fun.
2. Tinker With Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking
Ever wondered how hackers break into systems legally? Want to protect yourself from cyber threats? Cybersecurity is one of the most exciting fields in tech, and you don’t need a degree to start learning.
Where to try cybersecurity for free:
TryHackMe – Hands-on cybersecurity challenges and beginner-friendly lessons.
Hack The Box (HTB) – More advanced, but has a "Starting Point" for beginners.
OverTheWire: Bandit – Learn Linux and security basics through fun hacking puzzles.
Google’s Beginner Cybersecurity Course – A free and beginner-friendly introduction to cybersecurity.
If you like solving puzzles and thinking like a detective, you’ll love cybersecurity.
3. Experiment With AI & Machine Learning
AI is everywhere right now—powering chatbots, creating art, and even writing code. But how does it actually work? You can learn AI and machine learning without needing a PhD.
Fun ways to play with AI:
Teachable Machine – Train your own AI model in minutes with no coding required.
Google AI Experiments – Play with weird and awesome AI projects. Try AI drawing, music generation, and more.
Runway ML – A no-code AI tool where you can create videos, edit images, and more.
TensorFlow Playground – Visualize how machine learning models work.
AI might seem futuristic, but these tools make it easy and fun to explore.
4. Learn to Build Websites & Apps
Want to build your own website, portfolio, or blog? You don’t need to be a coding master—tons of beginner-friendly tools exist to help you get started.
Where to learn web development:
FreeCodeCamp – Hands-on lessons for HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and more.
Frontend Mentor – Practice by building real projects.
Glitch – A fun place to play with coding and remix projects with no setup.
MDN Web Docs – The ultimate guide to web development.
Want to build apps instead?
MIT App Inventor – Create Android apps with a drag-and-drop interface.
Replit – A free online coding environment where you can code anything in any language.
5. Join a Tech Community & Make Friends Online
One of the best ways to stay motivated is to learn with others. There are tons of friendly online communities where you can ask questions, share projects, and get help.
Great tech communities for beginners:
r/learnprogramming (Reddit) – A great place to ask questions and get help from developers.
Dev.to – A welcoming community for new and experienced developers.
Hashnode – A great place to write and share your tech journey.
Discord Tech Servers – Join servers like CodeSupport, Web Dev Simplified, and more to chat with other techies in real-time.
Learning is more fun when you have people to share it with.
Final Thoughts: Tech Is for Everyone
Tech isn’t just for "tech geniuses"—it’s for anyone who’s curious and willing to explore. You don’t need to be a coding wizard to start learning, and you definitely don’t need to spend thousands of dollars on courses.
If you’ve ever thought about getting into tech but felt intimidated, I hope this post shows you that there’s a fun, beginner-friendly path for everyone.
Me personally I am not about gatekeeping resources that we use. I would gladly see someone strive in this field. I want everyone to be able to know how to do these things. Anywho thank you for coming on by. Any Questions, feel free to connect with me.
Stay curious, have fun, and never stop exploring.
Sources & More Learning Resources
Teachable Machine – Train Your Own AI
Nerd Joke of the Day
There are 10 types of people in the world....
Those who understand binary and those who don't.