It’s widely acknowledged that teaching children to code early in life is a good idea. Programming is the fourth essential skill, after reading, writing and arithmetic. It can level the playing field and unlock hidden potential in many students. It shifts emphasis from what you can memorize and do with your hands, to harnessing silicon muscle and the world’s information. …

Maximizing TiEcon Entrepreneurs’ “Burning Man” Experience We are amped up to kick-start an electrifying weekend of disruptive technology innovation and entrepreneurship. To start, we invite all general attendees to join us in a special attendee drawing. To participate, simply drop your business card for the drawing at the entry to Opening Keynote in Hall D BEFORE 8:25 AM and you …

Dear Attendee, Join TiE and its members and partners of TiECON (@givingTiECON) in supporting the American Red Cross Help people affected by the earthquake in Nepal. Your gift enables the Red Cross to respond to and help people recover from this disaster. TiE Silicon Valley will match Dollar for Dollar towards disaster relief for up to $25,000 between today and …