As a UI/UX designer looking at a volunteer programme focused on software development, Jo Chang wondered whether CodeYourFuture would make the most of her skills as a design volunteer. CodeYourFuture’s values resonated with her: Tech for good, inclusivity, breaking down barriers to the tech industry, “I was drawn to CodeYourFuture’s core values when searching for volunteering opportunities,” Jo explains. “CodeYourFuture … Read More
Single Parent, Multiple Jobs, One Decision: Donna’s Tech Transformation
Donna found herself juggling single parenthood with a series of minimum wage jobs—working as a librarian, barista, teaching assistant, and parcel sorter. None of these roles offered her what she needed most: a path forward. “I was unable to progress in any of those roles to a ‘career’ which would give me both opportunity, security, growth, and fulfilment,” Donna explains. … Read More
Moving Into Tech For A Better Life: Andriana’s Story
During her maternity leave, Andriana began exploring coding through online courses. “I wanted to find a career that gave me the opportunity to work hybrid as well as maintain a healthy work-life balance with my new family,” she recalls. First steps to a need for guidance “I started learning HTML and CSS through Udemy, which I thoroughly enjoyed and started … Read More
Terry’s story: From Building Sites to Tech
“You Can Learn Anything” – How Terry Went from Building Sites to Tech. When Terry had his knee replacement, it was a proper wake-up call. He’d picked up the injury during his time in the Royal Marines, and it had been getting worse for years. “I was self-employed, doing all sorts,” Terry tells me. “Plumbing, tiling, plastering, you name it. … Read More
Christina’s story: From self-doubt to success
Before joining CodeYourFuture (CYF), Christina worked as a graphic designer, but had always been fascinated by coding and its creative potential. “I initially saw a career in coding as out of reach since I didn’t have a traditional mathematics or computer science background. I doubted whether I had the right background to succeed.” Despite these early doubts, Christina was intrigued … Read More
From Solo Mentor to Community Builder: Ayomide’s Volunteer Story
Having previously worked as a virtual tech career mentor, Ayomide was drawn to CYF’s mission of creating impact by delivering fre technical training in a community sharing their knowledge. “I thought it would be nice to join an organisation that allows me to have a wider reach and make better impact to the community,” Ayomide explains. A desire to help … Read More
Amirreza’s volunteer story: Empowering Tomorrow’s Tech Talent
Amirreza first heard about CodeYourFuture in July 2023. At the time, he wasn’t sure of the organisation’s impact or what contribution he could make. After more than a year of volunteering, he has discovered that CYF is far more than just a training program—it’s a transformative community. More than just teaching Amirreza’s role at CYF isn’t simply about lecturing. “Being … Read More
Gayle’s story: A ‘Can Do’ Attitude in a Path to Success
Before joining CodeYourFuture (CYF), Gayle found herself in a job with no room for growth or development. But she had a clear goal in mind when she began her journey with CYF: “I wanted to acquire new skills and give myself a chance to find better jobs and improve the quality of life for me and my family.” Initially, Gayle … Read More
Tersia’s Journey: Curiosity and Perseverance Fuel a Career Change
Tersia’s path to a career in tech is a story of perseverance and growth. “About 12 years back, I knew very little of how to use a computer.”, she says. “There was a time I was unemployed and in my community there were little workshops for you to use a computer, get more comfortable with it, and in that … Read More
Junita’s story: from zero coding experience to thriving IT career
Junita works in IT, but this wasn’t always the case. After the Covid-19 pandemic, she was raising her one-year-old daughter full-time, having previously worked in the hospitality sector, and was searching for something which could provide the flexibility she sorely needed. “After having my daughter, I wanted to have a flexible job which would provide me with a balance between … Read More