sk8r.net

What It Is

sk8r.net feels more like an index of developer alex’s personal projects than a full-fledged online education platform. Its main education/course-related project is ZushiAlgo: a game programming course for children that emphasizes visual programming languages. It was held regularly in Kamakura and Zushi, Japan, with dates listed as 2015–2020, and the page notes that it may restart in Sajima in 2025. The site also lists several language-learning tools, such as WikiFind Dictionary, POPjisyo, as well as multilingual Japanese-Chinese-English dictionaries and kanji learning software.

Core Evaluation

In terms of subject area, ZushiAlgo focuses on children’s programming, game programming, and visual programming, making it suitable for younger learners getting started with computational thinking. However, the main page does not provide a detailed syllabus, lesson schedule, project goals, or level structure. As for the teaching format, it can only be confirmed that it used to operate as regular offline classes/meetups; there is no information about live online classes, recorded lessons, or 1v1 instruction. No certification or certificate information is disclosed, so it should not be treated as a course that provides an official certificate. The instructor background is also limited: the site appears to be a collection of personal projects and provides links to X and GitHub, but it is not possible to assess instructor qualifications, teaching team size, or institutional accreditation.

Pricing and Service

Pricing information is insufficient. The page only shows Facebook/ZushiAlgo and Tickets @Peatix, suggesting that registration or ticket sales may have been handled through Peatix in the past or may be used in the future, but it does not list prices for single sessions, long-term classes, or memberships. Several language tools are marked as unsupported, while the Windows Freeware items are listed as free software; however, that does not mean the courses are free. In terms of support, given the unclear maintenance status of the projects, users should expect relatively limited support.

Pros, Cons, and Who It’s For

The main advantage is its clear positioning: children’s game programming and visual programming are naturally well suited for introductory learning. The language-learning tools on the site are also practical, including webpage pop-up definitions, study lists, and online exercises. The downside is that the current status of the courses is uncertain, and many key details are missing, including pricing, teaching language, class format, learning outcomes, refunds, and customer support. It is better suited to families with children near Kamakura, Zushi, or Sajima in Japan who are willing to attend offline activities, or as a lead for children’s programming events, rather than as a mature course product ready for immediate purchase.

Access from China

The page does not explain whether access, payment, or registration is supported from mainland China. External links such as Peatix, Facebook, X, and GitHub may be unstable to varying degrees in mainland China, so users will need to test the actual registration process themselves. If stable Chinese-language service and local payment options are important, alternatives such as Scratch official resources, Code.org, 编程猫, and 核桃编程 may be worth considering.