[TechpinesMary]

I used http://www.codecademy.com/#!/exercises/0 to learn Javascript and I found it very easy to use and progress. The only thing I was lacking was the ability to apply what I was learning, but if you have an actual project and goals for your friend to keep in mind during the lessons, that might be really helpful.

Maybe just break down very small components of the application your building that you want this person to "own", and give them the tools of codecademy or whatever to help them learn how to build on their own.

Either way, it's very admirable for you to try and take this person under your wing and show them how to manage their symptoms productively. I'm sure they will have a great time!