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We've trained over 300 veterans and military spouses into software engineers — generating $20M+ in first-year earnings across our alumni network. No tuition. No gimmicks. Just a battle-tested curriculum built by veterans who made the same transition. We've been doing this for over a decade.
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Remote-First
A computer, internet, and discipline. That's the barrier to entry. We train from anywhere because the military taught us how to operate anywhere.
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Market-Driven Curriculum
128 Lightcast-validated skills across 25 modules. Every skill maps to actual job postings. If employers aren't hiring for it, we don't teach it.
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Mentorship, Not Hand-Holding
Your mentors operate as engineering managers, not tutors. You'll learn to think, debug, and ship under the same pressure you'll face on the job.
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Who We Are
We were founded by veterans who went through the same broken transition pipeline and decided to build something that actually works. Our filter is simple: if it doesn't lead to a job, we don't teach it. Every module in our curriculum maps to skills that employers are actively hiring for — validated by Lightcast labor market data, not guesswork. We keep cohorts small, mentorship direct, and outcomes measurable. Ten years, 300+ graduates, $20M+ in collective earnings. That's the mission statement.
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During my transition, I have signed up for and utilized services from over 14 different Non-Profits, Corporate, and State resources. I attended all three US Army military transition tracks (Business, Education, Career), been a part of a variety of technology training programs and transition programs. Of all of these programs, only three have made a significant contribution to my transition, and of these three organizations, only one has truly changed my life for the better. #VetsWhoCode delivered more value to me than 12 of the non-profits combined.
I knew nothing at all of code. VetsWhoCode helped me become a successful frontend developer in Chicago — and I found a group of people that understand me. I finished my cohort over two years ago, but there's rarely a day I don't check in.
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#VetsWhoCode's tenacious focus on language and computer science fundamentals over frameworks was invaluable in my career transition from being a Radiology Technician in the US Army to building cloud scale infrastructure at Microsoft. The coaching from the #VetsWhoCode’s talented and passionate mentor network proved to be a priceless asset even after graduating. Come ready to learn and you will succeed here.
Embrace the Strength of Our Community
Experience the power of connection as you join a supportive network of veterans and spouses passionate about coding and personal growth. Together, we'll foster camaraderie, exchange ideas, and provide unwavering support to help each other succeed in the world of technology. Together, let's embark on a transformative journey towards new opportunities and a brighter future.
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We don't train veterans to fill seats. We train them to be impactful on their engineering teams at companies that shape the world.
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