I know an independent software developer who says his kids are going to learn to program and configure servers at the earliest possible age. He doesn't care if they pursue programming as a career later on, helping him with tech jobs will be just another one of their chores; like taking out the trash or mowing the lawn.

I think he's on to something as far as spotting what modern "chores" should be. And the kids will probably benefit from knowing they are doing something skilled that actually benefits their family.