THE NEXT GEN
OF TECH TALENT
We're on a mission to close the gender gap in tech by providing employment through free education.
Having already helped more than 250,000 women learn to code, we know what it takes to change the face of tech.
We empower businesses to close both the gender and digital skills gaps with our cutting-edge curriculum, paving the way for a more inclusive, skilled, and innovative tech industry.
THE NEXT GEN OF TECH TALENT
We're on a mission to close the gender gap in tech by providing employment through free education.
Having already helped more than 250,000 women learn to code, we know what it takes to change the face of tech.
We empower businesses to close both the gender and digital skills gaps with our cutting-edge curriculum, paving the way for a more inclusive, skilled, and innovative tech industry.
COMPANIES WE WORK WITH
DRIVING GLOBAL IMPACT IN TECH
250k+
Free learning opportunities delivered to women
96%
Job placement rate
130+
Employer partners globally
98%
Job retention rate
Our Code First Girls brand is the largest provider of free coding education to women globally.
Our community continues to grow with members from over 100 countries, and so far we have helped organisations attract and train candidates across Europe, the USA, India, the Middle East, and Africa.
Code First Teams is further empowering businesses with employee opportunities to pave the way for a more inclusive, skilled, and innovative tech industry.
WHY CODE FIRST?
ACCESS THE LARGEST COMMUNITY OF WOMEN IN TECH GLOBALLY
ACTIONABLE DATA & INSIGHTS ON DIVERSE GROUPS IN TECH
A HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL, INDUSTRY-PROVEN MODEL
BACKED BY OVER 130 GLOBAL PARTNERS
CHANGING CAREER TRAJECTORIES AND BOOSTING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES
DYNAMIC AND INNOVATIVE TRAINING THAT GETS CANDIDATES JOB-READY
100% FREE COURSES TO A CAREER IN TECH
BUILD UP YOUR TECH SKILLS
ACCESS OUR FREE COURSES
Access our free courses to build your own tech career pathway linked to in-demand skills and roles.
From beginner to more advanced, we want to make getting into tech and building your tech career super accessible and create the next generation of future tech leaders.
Tech Taster Intro Courses
Introduction Courses
- Our Tech Taster Intro course give help you learn the principles of key tech topics
- Choose from a range of topics across core areas, career development and tech concepts
- Great for beginners or anyone who fancies a little refresher or upskill moment
- Self-paced learning with certification upon successful completion
- Boost your CV – great for all careers
Coding Kickstarter Foundation Classes
Coding Kickstarter Classes
- Beginner course to kickstart your foundational knowledge across core tech topics
- Best for: those wanting to upskill or reskill into tech and build up their base knowledge
- Courses in Python, Data & SQL, C# and JavaScript
- Self-paced learning and community support
- Eligible for our CFGdegree upon successful completion
- Great for uni grads, tech returners, mums, career switchers and anyone wanting to kickstart a career in tech – all 100% free!
CFGdegree and +Masters Advanced Courses
CFGdegree
- Advanced 16-week intensive course to get you job-ready for a role in tech
- Software or Data Engineering, Data Science, Full-Stack Development, and Product Management
- Company-sponsored, consultant placement and education-only opportunities available
- Our CFGdegree is 100% free for all candidates thanks to our sponsoring companies!
+Masters
- A 4-week extension course from our CFGdegree
- Tech career specialisation in DevOps and Cloud, AI/ML, Data Analysis, Cyber Security, and Vulnerability Research
- +Masters will provide learners with additional skills and knowledge in their specialism
- The +Masters will prepare graduates for exciting roles in these key areas and is 100% free for all candidates, thanks to our sponsoring companies.
Mid-Level Accelerator Course
Mid-Level Accelerator
- Best for: Junior or Entry-Level tech talent wanting to progress to a Mid-Level technical role
- Minimum 1.5 years of experience in tech
- Experience in either Python (Software or Data Engineering), JavaScript or Java
- 16-week course to empower you with the skills, knowledge and career-proofing to take your tech career to the next level
- Company-sponsored, consultant placement and education-only opportunities available
- Candidates who successfully pass the Mid-Level Accelerator will receive a certification
LAND A NEW CAREER
IN-DEMAND SKILLS LINKED TO JOBS
Tech is one of the most in-demand careers globally. Impacting all industries and businesses, you can build up your own career pathway based on your tech interests. Our courses help you on this journey and our advanced programmes are linked to job opportunities.
Software & Data Engineering
Software Engineering career pathway roles:
- Software Engineer
- Software Architect
- Software Developer
- QA Engineer/Tester
Data Engineering career pathway roles:
- Data Engineer
- Big Data Engineer
- Data Warehouse Engineer
Read more about Software & Data Engineering careers in our blog
Data Science
Data Science career pathway roles:
- Data Scientist
- Data Modeler
- Research Scientist
Read more about Data Science careers in our blog
Full-Stack Development
Full-Stack career pathway roles:
- Full-Stack Developer/Engineer
- Front-End Developer
- Back-End Developer
- Mobile App Developer
- Web Developer/Engineer
Read more about Full-Stack Developer careers in our blog
Product Management
Product Management career pathway roles:
- Product Manager
- Product Owner
- Technical Product Manager
- Scrum Master
- Agile Coach
Read more about Product Management careers in our blog
AI & Machine Learning
AI & Machine Learning career pathway roles:
- AI Software Developer
- Machine Learning Engineer
- AI Research Specialist
- Natural Language Processing (NLP) Engineer
- AI Prompt Engineer
- Big Data Engineer
- Deep Learning Engineer
- AI Ethics Specialist
Read more about AI & ML careers in our blog
Cyber Security
Cyber Security career pathway roles:
- Cyber Security Engineer
- Security Analyst
- Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst
- Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker)
- Security Architect
- Incident Responder
- Cryptography Engineer
- Security Systems Administrator
Read more about Cyber Security careers in our blog
DevOps & Cloud
DevOps and Cloud career pathway roles:
- Cloud Engineer
- DevOps Engineer
- Cloud Solutions Architect
- Site Reliability Engineer
- Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
- Platform Engineer
- Systems Administrator
- Automation Engineer
Read more about Software Engineering careers in our blog (for your base pathways to DevOps & Cloud)
Vulnerability Research
Vulnerability Research career pathway roles:
- Vulnerability Researcher
- Vulnerability Assessment Analyst
- Adversary Emulation Specialist
- Threat Research Engineer
- Threat/Warning Analyst
- Digital Forensics Analyst
- Malware Analyst
Linked to careers in cyber security, read more about Cyber Security careers in our blog
Data Analysis
Data Analysis career pathway roles:
- Business Analyst
- Quantitative Analyst
- Business Intelligence
- Data Analytics Manager
- Data Visualisation Analyst
Read more about Data Analysis careers in our blog
MEET OUR COMMUNITY
Meet some of our alumni, instructors and ambassadors to find out more about different tech career pathways, journeys into tech and more! You can also catch up on our #REPRESENT interviews with amazing tech leader role models who are doing great things across a range of companies, check out our socials with stories of uni grads, mumswhocode, tech returners and more, AND read our blog, where we feature a range of community members showcasing their stories and experiences.
THE SUCCESSFUL IMPACT OF OUR PROGRAMMES
OUR COMMUNITY IMPACT
CAREER SWITCHING INTO TECH
“Completing the Data course has significantly boosted my confidence in handling data-related tasks. The course equipped me with practical skills and knowledge in querying databases, manipulating data, and extracting valuable insights. I feel more capable and prepared to tackle data-related challenges in my role!
Annie Feng Yang
Senior Tech Risk Engineer, JustEat Takeaway
OUR PARTNER IMPACT
NIKE HIRES TALENTED GRADS
“Our partnership with Code First Girls has allowed us to find talented graduates that will serve athletes and create the future of sport through the work they will do at Nike. We are proud to be associated with the organisation!”
Marcus Morrison
EMEA Technical Recruiting Manager, Nike
OUR COMMUNITY IMPACT
FROM TEACHING TO DELOITTE
“The seamless transition into my role as a Cloud Engineer at Deloitte was a testament to the exceptional training provided by the CFGdegree. Armed with a solid foundation in different programming languages, I was able to adapt quickly to projects, and learn other programming languages whilst building on those I learned during the degree.”
Paula Brocki
Cloud Engineer, Deloitte
OUR PARTNER IMPACT
CREATING INCLUSIVE FUTURES
“We’re thrilled to collaborate with Code First Girls to champion female and non-binary talent in the tech and gaming industry. Our collaboration has already provided support for over 750 students through individual classes, advancing our overarching goal of creating a more inclusive future for gaming where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.”
Karen Venn
DE&I EMEA Lead, Activision Blizzard
OUR COMMUNITY IMPACT
A LIFECHANGING EXPERIENCE
“I felt tech would be a good field as I’m logical and creative, but my biggest influences were the other fabulous ladies on my course, who were brilliant cheerleaders and great at giving support and advice. The CFGdegree has been life-changing. It has been the most challenging and rewarding thing I have ever done aside from becoming a mother.“
Joanne Monaghan
Software Engineer, BBC
OUR PARTNER IMPACT
AMAZING VARIED EXPERIENCE
“Our new team members from Code First Girls have technical aptitude and enthusiasm in abundance, and come from diverse backgrounds and with varied experiences of working outside the tech sector.”
Jem Brown
UK NS Engineering Lead, BAE Systems
TRANSFORM YOUR WORKFORCE
Get in touch to see how we can help you transform and future-proof your workforce with our training programmes.
BECOME A CODE FIRST GIRLS MEMBER
Sign up to become a Code First Girls member to become part of our community, access courses, events and more!
TRANSFORM YOUR WORKFORCE
Get in touch to see how we can help you transform and future-proof your workforce with our training programmes.
BECOME A CODE FIRST GIRLS MEMBER
Sign up to become a Code First Girls member to become part of our community, access courses, events and more!