Retos y desafíos en el aprendizaje de la programación: un análisis en estudiantes de ciencias computacionales de la Sierra Norte del estado de Puebla, México

Computing has revolutionized the world, transforming daily activities. This research identified the challenges faced by programming students in rural areas, focusing on access to technology, device use, and time dedicated to mastering programming languages. Using a mixed-method approach, a sample of 300 students from four higher education institutions in the Sierra Norte region of, Puebla, Mexico, was analyzed. The results revealed that urban students have advantages over rural students, since as topography, technology availability, and time dedicated to programming are more favorable in developed and better-connected environments. Internet connection quality and access to equipment significantly influence learning. Therefore, it is essential to periodically evaluate advances in connectivity and their impact on computer science education, promoting strategies that reduce the digital gap divide and foster equitable development in education.