Entries by Amanda Gordon

Code Platoon’s Intro to Coding Ranked as Most Affordable Option for Beginners

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Code Platoon provides an affordable education option for Veterans and military spouses interested in software engineering careers. There are many variables to consider when choosing a Software Engineering program, including time, cost, and type of study. That’s why we offer Full-time, Evening and Weekend, and Self-paced learning programs. Our free online, self-paced Intro to Coding… Continue Reading Code Platoon’s Intro to Coding Ranked as Most Affordable Option for Beginners

Painting with a New Brush
Transitioning Careers: Julius Bautista

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Servicemembers are notorious for their adaptability. Being flexible to stressful circumstances and wearing multiple hats for a particular career field is not just expected but necessary to serve in every MOS, AFSC, or NEC. With that said, however, it can still be daunting to shift gears from one industry to the next, but some challenges… Continue Reading Painting with a New Brush
Transitioning Careers: Julius Bautista

Code Platoon Focuses on helping Military Spouses

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Military spouses face many of the same struggles that Servicemembers and Veterans endure when transitioning from military service to civilian careers. However, the main difference is that for many spouses, the problems faced have lasted throughout their time tied to the military lifestyle. One of the significant issues for military spouses is finding steady and… Continue Reading Code Platoon Focuses on helping Military Spouses

Beyond Tech – Helping transition from the military to the civilian workplace

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There are plenty of paths to take for those interested in entering the field of programming. Traditional college, Coding Bootcamps, and internships can all provide the knowledge and skills needed for the in-demand career. Knowing how to do the job and proving to an employer that you are capable are two entirely different arenas.  Save… Continue Reading Beyond Tech – Helping transition from the military to the civilian workplace

Black and Hispanic Scholarship

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Over the last few years, the conversation of equity has become front and center for many institutions, Code Platoon included. As a Coding Bootcamp tailored to serve Veterans and military spouses, Code Platoon attracts people from all walks of life. It is dedicated to providing a unique programming education with viable financial options to bring… Continue Reading Black and Hispanic Scholarship

Code Platoon Receives Grant from Boeing

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CHICAGO, November 25, 2020 – Code Platoon, a Chicago-based nonprofit that transforms Veterans and military spouses into professional software developers through an immersive coding Bootcamp, has received a $50,000 grant from The Boeing Company. Because of this generous investment, Code Platoon will continue to serve Veterans and military spouses in their pursuit of obtaining skilled… Continue Reading Code Platoon Receives Grant from Boeing

Crain’s Notable Veteran Executives

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Crain’s Chicago Business has recognized three members of Code Platoon’s Executive Board as Notable Veteran Executives for 2020. Edward Donovan, Iggy Khan, and Dan Reilly, who all serve on Code Platoon’s Board, were honored in the November 9th print edition of Crain’s Chicago Business, as well as online at ChicagoBusiness.com. The three executives were recognized… Continue Reading Crain’s Notable Veteran Executives

Hacktober 2020 Recap

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The programs are down, and the party is over, but the work that the hackathon participants put in has only just begun. Code Platoon hosted its first-ever hackathon on the weekend of Oct. 16-18, six dedicated teams of programmers came together to compete for and help our friends at Illinois Joining Forces (IJF). This nonprofit… Continue Reading Hacktober 2020 Recap