| Detail | Information | |--------|--------------| | | Rika Nishimura | | Age (as of April 2026) | 9 years (born 12 Oct 2016) | | Nationality | Japanese‑American (dual citizenship) | | Residence | Seattle, Washington, USA | | Family background | Daughter of a software engineer (father) and a linguist (mother). Both parents are active members of the local “Kids Code Seattle” community. | | Early exposure | Began learning Scratch at age 4, moved to Python at 6, and started exploring C++ by 8. Enrolled in the “Accelerated Learning for Young Coders” program at the University of Washington’s Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) department. | | Recognition before Zip 001 | - Won the “Junior Innovator” award at the 2025 Pacific Northwest Kids Hackathon. - Featured in Seattle Times “Future Leaders Under 10” (Dec 2025). |
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In celebrating the journey of growth and learning that children embark on, we acknowledge the significance of providing them with the tools, resources, and encouragement they need to flourish. As Rika Nishimura and countless others like her continue to grow and make their mark, their stories serve as a testament to the power of early childhood education and the boundless potential of young minds. | Detail | Information | |--------|--------------| | |