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More of iCode4Kids 2019 Hackathon

4th Annual #iCodeHack on television yesterday on television broadcasting in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex.Connect with iCodeiCode Social Media https://icodeschool.comhttps://facebook.com/icodecorporatehttps://instagram.com/icode.schoolhttps://linkedin.com/company/icodeschool

Mike Meyers on iCode Franchising

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iCode, DFW’s premier school for computer science, coding and robotics, and Medology 360!

Frisco - 11/9/2017 - iCode, DFW’s premier school for computer science, coding and robotics, and Medology 360, a startup offering services in lead generation, business analytics, innovation collaboration and digital presence optimization, are collaborating to bring local students real life hands on coding experience. Abid Abedi, CEO of iCode and Dan Ma, CEO of Medology 360 are excited to announce the incubator for Medology 360 at iCode which will use iCode students skills in algorithms, Databases, Java, Python, website, Agile and much more to interface on a project.iCode has become an incubator for students to work with startups like Medology 360 as more and more parents become aware of the need for an education in computer science and the demand for qualified programmers and software engineers. The new project is expected to begin within the next few weeks at the iCode East Frisco Campus.According to Computer World, IT jobs will grow at a steady 22% by 2020 with the highest growth in healthcare. When we look at the growth and the base salaries which, according to Chicago Tribune, begin at $108K, there’s will be a growing need for partnerships like iCode and Medology 360.iCode offers a comprehensive computer science curriculum…

2nd Annual iCodeHack Hackathon, Geared to 3rd-12th Grades, Kicks Off April 1 in Plano

PLANO - DFW students compete to solve challenges in areas of education, environment and healthcare, using computing skills, critical thinking to boost confidence. iCode4Kids, a nonprofit committed to providing children with opportunities in computing and STEAM education, announced that the second annual iCodeHack hackathon will take place on April 1, 2017, at the SMU-in-Plano campus, 5236 Tennyson …Continue reading “2nd Annual iCodeHack Hackathon, Geared to 3rd-12th Grades, Kicks Off April 1 in Plano”

‘Pragmatic Programmer’ Dave Thomas to be Guest Speaker at iCode Inc. 2nd Anniversary Celebration

DALLAS – May 19, 2017 – iCode., offering after-school, weekend and summer programs that provide science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) education to students in first through 12th grades, today announced that Dave Thomas, best-selling author, software developer and consultant, one of the original creators of the Manifesto for Agile Software Development, and member of the iCode Advisory Board, will be the guest speaker at iCode’s 2nd Anniversary Celebration, taking place Friday, May 26, at the iCode Frisco campus.Thomas is a best-selling author of numerous influential books, articles and videos on computer programming. He is co-author with Andy Hunt of The Pragmatic Programmer, and responsible for the popularity of the Ruby programming language and the Rails framework, which have changed the face of the programming industry. Thomas also serves as an adjunct professor of computer science at Southern Methodist University and recently joined the iCode Advisory Board. He studied at the Imperial College London and moved to the United States in 1993. He currently lives in North Dallas.“I became interested in computer programming education because I was so distressed about how programming skills are taught,” said Thomas. “All too often the magic and excitement are taken away, to be…

Micheal Wood Named Director of iCode Frisco, Texas, Location

Dallas – April 20, 2017 – iCode Inc. , which offers after-school, weekend and summer programs that provide science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) education to students in first through 12th grades, announced that experienced educator Micheal Wood has been named the director of iCode’s Frisco, Texas, location. As director, Wood is responsible for the leadership and management of the day-to-day operations of the Frisco campus, including working with instructors, parents and students regarding iCode’s after-school and weekend programs, summer camps, hackathons and boot camps. “My mission as an educator is to make learning enjoyable and exciting – if students look forward to attending school, they will want to learn,” said Wood. “I take great pride in seeing our students at iCode Frisco thrive and succeed using the skills they learn at our programs.” Wood has been an educator in public and private school systems for more than 20 years. He began focusing on K-12 school technology-centered education in California in 2005 through the creation of online blended learning programs. . “Micheal is very passionate about his experience as an educator and enjoys sharing that passion with others,” said Abid Abedi, co-founder and CEO of iCode Inc. “He believes…

FRIDAY SOCIAL

It can be tough for students to find a group in which they can interact with others who are like-minded and share the same passions and hobbies that they do. At a young age, it is even harder to meet with other students and build those lasting friendships. At iCode, we sought to create a way in which students can accomplish 3 different objectives: 1) Find an atmosphere full of fun and joy. By being able to create games, try new technologies, and experiment with the knowledge that they already know, students gain the ability to truly kickback and have fun. 2) Make connections- We invite a large number of students and children to our events, including students at iCode and students elsewhere, so that they can interact with each other and build friendships that allow for them to have fun as well as share a connection with. 3) To inspire creativity- At every Friday social that we have, we have events specifically to immerse students into topics that they previously had little to no interaction with, ranging from AI (Artificial Intelligence) to robotics and their utilities. 4) Build an atmosphere which is conducive to learning- We welcome parents to…

iCode Opening Franchises in the Dallas Area

20 “Future Engineers” Walk the Graduation Stage and Celebrate iCode’s First Anniversary

DALLAS - iCode, an after-school and weekend program that offers science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) education to students in first through 12th grade, celebrated its one year anniversary on Friday, May 20th, with a graduation ceremony and night of fun to commemorate iCode’s growth over the past year. Twenty students ranging in age from 8 …Continue reading “20 “Future Engineers” Walk the Graduation Stage and Celebrate iCode’s First Anniversary”

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