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From scientist to software developer

After studying science and working as a teacher, Tirelo discovered coding through self-study and fell in love with its logic and problem-solving. She joined CodeSpace to deepen her skills and landed a Junior Software Developer role soon after she graduated. Now...

Balancing motherhood and work

Facing financial and personal challenges, Jody turned to coding to create a better future for herself and her son. With the support of CodeSpace, she pursued a career in tech, landing a role as an Account Manager at a fintech company. Today, Jody enjoys a fulfilling...

From shy retail worker to confident software developer

After learning to code, Kopo transitioned from an unfulfilling retail job to a thriving tech career. With support from CodeSpace, she gained the skills and confidence to land a developer internship, which quickly led to a promotion. Now working as a Junior Web...

How learning to code led to an international career

Jasper joined CodeSpace fresh out of high school and has achieved an international career younger than most. CodeSpace was the right balance between learning independently through Udacity, FreeCodeCamp, and Udemy, and enrolling at university. While living in Cape...

From hustling job to job to financial security.

Bukho worked in promotions and sales, which left her feeling drained and job-hopping to keep up with the cost of living. After rediscovering her passion for tech, she studied Software Development at CodeSpace, leading to an internship in QA testing that pivoted her...

From bored delivery driver to thriving developer.

Having hit a career ceiling at his delivery driver job, Marlon decided to learn to code to access the high-growth job opportunities available in tech. Since graduating from CodeSpace, his career success has allowed him to move out of home, get married, and buy a...

DevConf 2024 Recap | Insights and Inspiration

One of our code coaches, Che, recently had the opportunity to attend DevConf JHB. Here's how he experienced the day and his thoughts on why aspiring young devs should jump at the chance to attend tech events like these. A Day Packed with Insights, Inspiration, and...

Your Guide To Financing Your Career Switch

When you’ve invested time and money into your current career, the cost of learning a new skill and making a career change can feel overwhelming and expensive. But that doesn’t need to stop you from pursuing your dream of launching your tech career. As finance author...

How To Convince Your Parents To Let You Study At A Coding Bootcamp

So, you want to attend a coding bootcamp instead of pursuing a more traditional option, like a university degree. Broaching the subject with your parents can be tricky. That's why we created this helpful guide to persuading your parents to support your decision. The...

DevConf 2023 Recap | Mental Health In The Tech Industry

From learning about exciting developments in the tech industry to listening to industry experts sharing their experiences to networking with other developers and tech professionals, attending a conference is a brilliant way to expand your knowledge and boost your tech...

How To Get Ahead In Tech

We recently hosted a Code Conversations event on the topic of “How to get ahead in tech.” We were privileged to have Stefan Bauer, the CTO of WhereIsMyTransport who has interviewed literally thousands of developers, moderate a panel discussion with Tamlin-Leigh...

CNN Feature: How Do You Better Prepare The Youth For Work?

How CodeSpace is combatting with South Africa's youth unemployment problem With increasing youth unemployment in South Africa and the rising demand for digital skills, CodeSpace is on a mission to train the next generation with the coding skills to land a job and...

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