To help lower the barrier to entry in learning how to code, Microsoft has teamed up with Code.org to offer kid friendly coding tutorials using the medium of the popular block-building game, Minecraft.

Minecraft Education Edition offers a whole host of learning opportunities. There are current events, chemistry and so many other fields for players to get into.

Microsoft wants to teach you how to code using Minecraft as a teacher. On Monday, Microsoft announced a partnership with Code.org that will teach kids (and adults) the basics of computer science ...

Minecraft codes are normally given out as part of a promotion or large event related to the title.

Microsoft is joining hands with Code.org to bring Minecraft to a major coding event next month.