Over the next 20 years, 3 million new software engineers will enter the tech industry. We have a critical opportunity to build a broader, more inclusive pipeline of talent that reflects the diversity of our communities.

We must launch 1 million Black, Latino/a, and Indigenous young people into competitive technical careers, unlocking over $1.5 trillion in wealth creation. Our long-term vision is to make the industry’s most competitive technical roles reflect the diversity of the population in Miami-Dade County and beyond.

To help colleges achieve stronger career outcomes for students, CodePath will implement our Pathway to Tech program. With initial support from the Knight Foundation, CodePath will partner with three Miami-based universities – Florida International University (FIU), Florida Memorial University (FMU), and Miami Dade College (MDC) – in order to: (1) Build a culture of structured technical interviewing practice; (2) Launch an industry-aligned, beginner-friendly web development course; and (3) Launch early paid work opportunities for employers and students in Miami.

Through these program elements, our partners will see a measurable difference in employment outcomes and diversity in entry-level tech jobs within three years. Our aim is to equip our university partners for sustainable change, and to build a tech talent pipeline that connects determined and capable Miami residents to meaningful career pathways in the fast-growing tech sector, in Miami and nationally.