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im creating an application using curses and im using the getch() function to get keyboard input, the problem is, that it is painfully slow, it takes several seconds to detect the pressed key and normally i have to press the key several times so the program actually detects it, there is a way to make getch() respond instantly (or at least at a usable speed)?

What's the best way to teach my kid programming. I don't know how. He's interested. He's done well in school with Scratch. He's expressed interest in Python, owns a Thumby, but never gets too far on his own. Instead of a Winter sport, we're leaning towards a Python class, however there's none in person. How can i help my kid embrace his passion and learn this skill which will help him his whole life.

He's got Mu installed and has perused youtube tutorials, but they dont hold his interest. Any help is appreciated. Edit: He's 10.