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What the Tech!

Jul 11, 2023, 9:00 – 11:00 PM

FrontEnd Classes

New to the tech field completely or ready to switch fields but don’t know where to start. Well here is our introductory class to give you some insight on where to go and what paths are available to you.

About this event

Overview

What the Tech will introduce you to the basics of web development and the developer’s place in it. Through slides and live examples, you’ll gain an understanding of modern web development and the many avenues to success in it.

This class will cover:

  • Tech Industry and the Developer’s role in it
  • Developer tools (in light detail)
    • Code-editors/IDE
    • Github
    • Slack
  • What is a Front-End developer?
    • Front-End programming languages (in light detail)
    • Classes we offer and places hiring for these roles
  • What is a Back-end developer?
    • Back-end programming languages (in light detail)
    • Classes we offer and places hiring for these roles
  • What is a FullStack Developer?
    • Series we offer that would make you essentially full-stack
    • Companies actively seeking full-stack developers

Event Details:

July 11th @ 5pm ET/ 2pm PT - 7pm ET/4pm PT

Class Cost: $40 (for 2 hours of instruction)

Want to attend GDI classes for free? Become a member! GDI offers a variety of ways you can join our community! Whether you are brand new to tech or want to advance the experience you've already racked up, we have something for you. When you join as a member, you develop your own pathway to develop code, confidence, and community. If you just want to get your feet wet or want a personal coach to land your dream job, GDI has memberships to match your interest, availability, and budget. Learn more here.

Technical Requirements:

Web Browser:
  • Recommended: Chrome or Firefox
  • Zoom: Download here.
  • Join GDI’s Community Slack channel (Invites will be sent after registration)

Prerequisites:
None

Explore GDI Memberships

Want More from GDI? GDI offers a variety of ways you can join our community! Whether you are brand new to tech or want to advance the experience you've already racked up, we have something for you. When you join as a member, you develop your own pathway to develop code, confidence, and community. If you just want to get your feet wet or want a personal coach to land your dream job, GDI has memberships to match your interest, availability, and budget. Learn more here. Code of Conduct: Girl Develop It is focused on providing opportunities for women and non-binary individuals to learn web and software development, but our classes and events are open to all genders and identities. We are dedicated to providing a welcoming and comfortable environment for all to learn to code and every attendee is expected to uphold our Code of Conduct (http://www.https://girldevelopit.com/code-of-conduct/).

Speaker

  • Alexandra Vaughn

    Girl Develop It

    Program Coordinator & Instructor

Hosts

  • Katie Brydon

    Girl Develop It

    Community Director

  • Jeseekia Vaughn

  • Katie Franco

    GDI

    Executive Director

Organizers

  • Katie Franco

    Girl Develop It

    Executive Director

  • Tinuola Awopetu

    Training Director

  • Katie Brydon (she/her)

    Girl Develop It

    Community Director

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