We need more "Explain things like I'm a programmer" explanations. I've tried to grok music theory several times. I've never understood the scale/notes, notatio

We need more "Explain things like I'm a programmer" explanations. I've tried to grok music theory several times. I've never understood the scale/notes, notations. The 2nd array (with sharps and flats) and couple paragraphs made it "click" instantly. Because it was in a language and presentation I understand.