Tynker

About

Tynker is an educational technology company based in California, founded in 2012. Headquartered in Mountain View, Tynker focuses on creative coding solutions for children aged 5 to 18. The company was acquired by BYJU'S in 2021 but continues to operate under the leadership of its co-founders. Tynker offers a K-12 creative coding platform that allows students to create animations, games, music, and interactive projects using both block-based and text-based programming. The platform features curriculum integration for schools, covering topics like robotics, drones, and Minecraft modding. It promotes project-based learning, enabling users to develop apps and virtual worlds. Tynker serves over 60 million children in 150 countries, with its curriculum adopted by one in three U.S. K-8 schools and 100,000 schools globally. The company partners with organizations such as BBC Learning, Google, Microsoft, Mattel, and NASA, aiming to provide an engaging introduction to computer science and foster essential skills for future careers in technology.