# Programming Turn Tables 'TuneTable' Teaches the Basics of Coding Through Music By Joey Haar | Published 2016-12-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tunetable References: [digitaltrends](http://www.digitaltrends.com/cool-tech/tunetable/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [news.gatech.edu](http://www.news.gatech.edu/2016/12/14/musical-table-teaches-basics-computer-programming) Understanding the basic principles of programming can be difficult for adults, let alone children, and 'TuneTable' is just one of the many [games designed to help kids learn](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/familyfunhub) while they play. The interactive exhibit at the [Georgia Institute of Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magtrack) blends music with coding, allowing students to build rhythms and melodies by incorporating common aspects of coding language. TuneTable is played on a special, reactive tabletop. When various discs are placed on the table, it lights up to show how that piece is effecting it. These [discs represent commands in coding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-education-computer-science-ai) -- things like iterations, functions, and conditionals. However, these coding concepts are then tied to the musical features of hip hip and EDM, letting kids hear how their decisions are impacting the complete program they build. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gamification-based Learning:** Developing learning games that teach complex concepts in an engaging way through a tactile and interactive experience. - **Music-centric Programming:** Integrating music as a core aspect of programming concepts to make it more accessible and enjoyable for learners. - **Multi-sensory Interfaces for Learning:** Designing interactive interfaces that combine tactile, visual, and auditory inputs for an immersive learning experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Education Technology:** Creating more effective and engaging tools for classrooms and online learning platforms. - **Entertainment:** Developing innovative gaming experiences that merge educational content with popular genres like music and dance. - **Consumer Electronics:** Designing interactive and innovative devices that help children and adults develop new skills in a fun and engaging way. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Educational Coding Language Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artie-max.md) - [Physical Coding Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codee.md) - [Kid-Friendly Synth Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourstep-sequencer.md) - [Hands-On Modern Educational Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-educational-system.md) - [Screen-Free Audio Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qubitunes.md) - [Screen-Free Music Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loops-lab.md) - [Playful Coding Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pyxel.md) - [Music-Based Learning Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-2-math.md) - [Programming Code-Powered Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerone-2.md)