We couldn't hit any Web API on TI 8x models, CASIO 8xx series, HP-48 GX, and yet there was plenty of motivation on how to use them for games and demoscene like coding.

No need for Internet for some fun.

I remember downloading apps for the TI83 but I only did basic coding stuff in them for extra credit.

I genuinely would ask, how do I have fun? Maybe this is a generational thing, but like where would start? I'm interested in demoscene stuff but know nothing about it.

I'm just a CRUDmonkey who only knows how to CRUD. I love the idea of carrying around a Pico calc and writing BASIC apps but in 2025 I don't know how to begin in a way that motivates me. Probably a personal weakness, but that's just my experience