A YouTube video series, hosted by Carrie Anne Philbin, that gives a broad overview of computer science history and core concepts in short episodes.

Commenters point to it as a well-made, watchable high-level introduction to CS history and core concepts, suitable for teens and homeschoolers.

What commenters said (2)

1. Strongly recommendsrdmullins19782024in “Ask HN: Do you know a good course or book to learn CS basics for teens?”

   For a relatively high level look at CS history and core concepts, the YouTube Crash Course series is very well done and watchable. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8dPuuaLjXtNlUrzyH5r6...

2. RecommendsnotRobot2020in “Ask HN: Options for a “computer programming” topic for homeschooling”

   Look at Crash Course Computer Science on YouTube and Khan Academy's programming course

   https://m.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8dPuuaLjXtNlUrzyH5r6jN...

   https://www.khanacademy.org/computing/computer-programming

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