Coding Kickstarter Classes are beginner courses run by Code First Girls for learners building foundational technology skills. Learners choose Python, JavaScript, Data & SQL, or C# and work through eight online modules on the CFG Learning Hub.
The course is independent and self-paced, with videos, code-alongs, exercises, and quizzes rather than live sessions. It does not lead directly to a job, but its material can prepare learners for the CFGdegree technical assessment.
Benefits & funding
- The course is free to learners.
- Each track contains eight modules taking about one hour each, with up to eight weeks of access from enrolment.
- Learners who complete every quiz and average at least 60% receive a certificate.
Eligibility
- Applicants must identify as a woman, including trans women, or as non-binary.
- Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
- No qualifications, coding knowledge, or previous technical experience are required.
- Learners may participate from any country and need internet access plus a Mac, Linux, or Windows laptop or desktop that permits software downloads; Chromebooks and tablets are not compatible.
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Age requirement
≥ 16 yrs
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Application process
- 1Open the CFG Learning Hub and register as a Code First Girls member.
- 2Confirm the account and select one Coding Kickstarter track.
- 3Choose a preferred topic and sponsor, then submit the enrolment request.
- 4Wait for CFG to allocate and confirm the place; the course appears in the Learning Hub after enrolment.
Program timeline
Rolling
Registration and enrolment are available through the CFG Learning Hub.
On enrolment
The eight-week course-access window begins.
On completion or after eight weeks
Course access ends, whichever happens first.