TLDR: Marine Corps Veteran Zach Blackburn went from no coding experience to Software Engineer at Affirm in less than a year through coding bootcamp and an apprenticeship. His journey shows how tech apprenticeships give Veterans the structure, mentorship, and real-world experience needed to make a successful military-to-tech transition. Today, Zach is thriving in his role, […]
TLDR: Code Platoon instructor Roger gives a sneak peek at Intro to Coding: a free, self-paced online Python course for beginners. With Intro to Coding, you’ll learn Python online with real programming skills from lesson one. Explore 50+ hands-on coding exercises to go from “Hello World” to building your first Python projects, all on your […]
TLDR: If you’re curious about a coding bootcamp but not sure you want to be a software developer, you’re in luck. Coding skills can open doors to careers in data, product design, tech leadership, and more. This guide shares six exciting tech roles and real stories from Veterans and military spouses who’ve made the leap […]
TLDR: Python is one of the most beginner-friendly and versatile programming languages you can learn. It’s used in everything from web development to data analysis and AI. With free courses, tutorials, and challenges available, it’s never been easier to start learning Python and build the skills you need to launch a career in tech. Are […]
Many people are considering jobs in the tech industry, and rather than pursuing traditional computer science degrees, they’re enrolling in coding bootcamps to get there. Coding bootcamps offer an accelerated path into tech careers, but they aren’t for everyone. Before you apply, ask yourself and your coding bootcamp these six questions to determine if a […]
For Veterans with service-connected disabilities, the journey to find stable, fulfilling employment can be challenging. But there’s a VA program out there that many don’t know about: Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E). It provides the resources and support needed to transition into a new career. For Navy Veteran and Code Platoon graduate Marion Gordon, VR&E […]
If you’re a Veteran, Servicemember, or military spouse wondering whether a technology career might be a good fit, you’re not alone. Technology roles offer rewarding opportunities with significant job growth, financial stability, and a chance to leverage the skills you’ve honed during your military background. Let’s explore why a tech career may be your ideal […]
Are you a Veteran, Servicemember, or military spouse ready to transition to tech? Do you prefer hands-on learning experiences with immediate results? Look no further than QuickPass: an accelerated route to joining Code Platoon. QuickPass isn’t just another application process; it’s a dynamic enrollment method tailored for prospective students ready to hit the ground running. […]
Veteran Officer Chris “Dizz” Dzikowski spent his service supporting Air Force personnel. When he left the military because of a family emergency, Dizz traded working in the clouds for deploying Cloud-based software as a civilian DevOps Engineer. His transition showcases how military skills combine with software expertise, helping him and other Veterans master DevOps and […]
It’s 7:30 a.m., and Kelvin Lau is making his daily commute on the bus into the Chicago Loop. It’s quite a different experience for the eight-year Air National Guardsman who left his home in California on a new mission: to attend Code Platoon’s Full-stack Software Engineering: Immersive program in-person. “I was surrounded by programming my […]