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May 13, 2026

Read Code the Dream’s 2025 Annual Report

At CTD, we are building a better tech industry and a better world. Check out our 2025 annual report for the latest updates on our free code school, tech-for-good tools, and Registered Apprenticeship program.

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May 8, 2026

Code the Dream Recognized as Outstanding Registered Apprenticeship Employer of 2026

ApprenticeshipNC, North Carolina’s state apprenticeship agency, recognized Code the Dream as Outstanding Registered Apprenticeship Employer of 2026. The award honors CTD for the excellence and impact of its Registered Apprenticeship program. “Each of this year’s winners exemplifies the strength of Registered Apprenticeship in North Carolina,” said Dr. Chris Harrington, Director, ApprenticeshipNC. “Their work not only […]

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Alumni Spotlight

May 28, 2026

CTD’s free classes and apprenticeship helped Marice Romero find the career she wanted

Romero says her time at CTD gave her the technical knowledge any aspiring coder needs. Beyond that, though, she says she learned valuable lessons that translate directly into the tech workplace.

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Apr 30, 2026

Code the Dream and Museum of Life and Science Partner on Climate Sustainability Exhibition

This month, the Museum of Life and Science launched a permanent climate and sustainability exhibition. Durham-based national technology nonprofit Code the Dream partnered with the museum to build three applications for the exhibition. The apps are designed to engage visitors of all ages through education, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. Each app is available in English […]

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Feb 26, 2026

Tandem Apprenticeship Program Yields More Jobs for CTD Associate Developers

Tech giant SAS’s continued partnership with Code the Dream has yielded jobs for another cohort of software engineers. Ten Code the Dream associate developers began the next phase of their tech careers at SAS in January, via CTD’s Tandem Apprenticeship program. About the Tandem Apprenticeship Code the Dream’s associate developers come from our free code […]

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Dec 18, 2025

Code the Dream wins NC TECH’s Purpose Driven Innovation Award

Code the Dream was recognized for benefits access work during Dec. 9 awards gala Code the Dream is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2025 winner of the Purpose Driven Innovation Award at the NC TECH Awards. Winners were recognized at the NC TECH Awards Gala on Tuesday, December 9. Code the Dream was […]

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Sep 4, 2025

CTD Learns Curriculum Gets an Upgrade

If you’re just getting started in tech, it can feel overwhelming. Our Classes Team at Code the Dream understands that the decisions you make about your education now will impact your career trajectory—and we are here to help! Introducing New Career Pathways Starting in 2026, CTD students will enjoy a newly upgraded and streamlined learning […]

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Partner Spotlight

Jun 24, 2025

Find Where You Can Use Your Joy: 4 Universal Pride Month Lessons on Community and Acceptance

Earlier this month, Code the Dream sat down with Sarah Chick, Site Director at NPower, to talk about belonging in tech. NPower, like CTD, is a national nonprofit organization that connects people from nontraditional backgrounds with opportunities in tech. NPower’s mission is to “empower young adults and military-connected individuals to thrive in the digital economy […]

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Jun 4, 2025

Three New Developers Join CTD Team

Code the Dream is excited to welcome three new Junior Developers to the Code the Dream team! KJ Loving, Oksana Stepanchuk, and Mohammad Rezaie joined Code the Dream in April, bringing their expertise and unique points of view to CTD Labs. Each of them answered a few questions about themselves and their paths to Code the […]

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Apr 30, 2025

Code the Dream Welcomes Lenovo as Newest Tandem Apprentice Champion

For Triangle-based global tech giant Lenovo, building a more inclusive tech workforce isn’t just a lofty goal—it’s part of the company’s initiative to ensure the people behind their products represent the customers they serve. After spending several years as a Lenovo partner through their TransforME grant, Code the Dream is excited to announce that we […]

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