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title: "An Air Force Veteran Who Taught Himself to Code Explains How He Started a Nonprofit That Has Educated Other Vets on How to Get Jobs in Tech"
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url: "https://www.businessinsider.com/air-force-veteran-vets-who-code-veterans-2020-11"
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publication: "Business Insider"
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date: "2020-11-21"
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src: "https://i.insider.com/5fb8b3d7dcd5a70018d1c9e5?width=1200&format=jpeg"
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alt: "Jerome Hardaway, founder of Vets Who Code"
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description: "Business Insider profiles Jerome Hardaway, an Air Force veteran who taught himself to code and founded Vets Who Code to help other veterans transition into tech careers."
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After serving five years in the U.S. Air Force, Jerome Hardaway faced challenges transitioning to civilian employment during the recession. Inspired by a coding course advertisement, he began self-teaching SQL and eventually secured a role as a database analyst at the Department of Homeland Security in 2010.()
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Hardaway continued to expand his programming skills, learning Ruby on Rails and JavaScript, and contributing to open-source projects. In 2014, his experience assisting a family affected by a police shooting by building a website to share their story led him to establish Vets Who Code. [oai_citation:0‡africa.businessinsider.com](https://africa.businessinsider.com/careers/an-air-force-veteran-who-taught-himself-to-code-explains-how-he-started-a-nonprofit/3gvee25?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
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Vets Who Code is a nonprofit organization that offers free coding education to veterans, focusing on technologies like JavaScript, React, and cloud computing. The program aims to equip veterans with the skills needed for software engineering roles, facilitating their transition into the tech industry.

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title: "BE Modern Man: Meet 'The Tech Veteran' Jerome Hardaway"
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url: "https://www.blackenterprise.com/tech-veteran-jerome-hardaway/"
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publication: "Black Enterprise"
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date: "2017-08-10"
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alt: "Jerome Hardaway, founder of Vets Who Code"
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description: "Black Enterprise profiles Jerome Hardaway as a BE Modern Man, highlighting his journey from Air Force veteran to software engineer and founder of Vets Who Code, a nonprofit teaching veterans to code and transition into tech careers."
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In this feature, Black Enterprise recognizes Jerome Hardaway as a BE Modern Man, celebrating his transition from U.S. Air Force veteran to software engineer and founder of Vets Who Code. The article delves into Hardaway's mission to equip veterans with coding skills, enabling them to secure employment in the tech industry. He shares insights on the importance of focusing on underrepresented groups in tech, the value of skills in building meaningful relationships, and his commitment to supporting fellow black men in achieving success. Hardaway also discusses his approach to overcoming challenges, emphasizing the significance of perseverance and the impact of creating opportunities for others in the community.

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title: "How Tech's Captain America Learned to Code"
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url: "https://www.nocsdegree.com/veteran-learn-code-no-cs-degree/"
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publication: "No CS Degree"
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date: "2020-06-04"
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src: "https://res.cloudinary.com/vetswhocode/image/upload/v1595189250/Jerome-SO_bfg.jpg"
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alt: "Jerome Hardaway"
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description: "Jerome Hardaway shares his journey from serving in the U.S. Air Force to becoming a software engineer and founding Vets Who Code, a nonprofit that teaches veterans to code for free and prepares them for careers in tech."
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This interview highlights how Jerome Hardaway, an Air Force veteran, transitioned into tech by teaching himself to code and eventually becoming a Developer Advocate. He discusses the origins of Vets Who Code, a nonprofit that teaches veterans JavaScript and modern web development tools such as React, Gatsby, and GraphQL, all free of charge.
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Jerome reflects on his early struggles learning with an SQL book and online tutorials, emphasizing how real-world experience and building projects helped him succeed. He shares how launching Vets Who Code led to greater opportunities—including being honored at the White House by President Obama—and how that work continues to impact veterans’ lives today.
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He offers practical advice for aspiring developers, especially veterans: start building something now. His story reinforces the importance of self-starting, persistence, and service-driven leadership in the tech world.
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You can make a donation to support the mission of Vets Who Code at [vetswhocode.io](https://vetswhocode.io/).

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title: "How Vets Who Code Helps Veterans Start Their Developer Journey"
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url: "https://www.hackerrank.com/blog/vets-who-code-helps-veterans-start-developer-journey/"
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publication: "HackerRank"
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date: "2019-11-11"
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description: "HackerRank highlights how Vets Who Code supports veterans transitioning into tech careers, featuring alumni stories and insights on overcoming challenges in the civilian workforce."
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In honor of Veterans Day, HackerRank launched the "Veterans Who Code" series, sharing stories of veteran developers who have successfully transitioned into tech careers. This article focuses on Vets Who Code, a nonprofit founded by Air Force veteran Jerome Hardaway in 2014, which teaches veterans computer science courses and prepares them for the civilian workforce.
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The piece features interviews with Vets Who Code alumni, including Carla Kroll, Schuster Braun, and Eddie Prislac, who share their experiences transitioning from military service to tech roles. They discuss the challenges faced during this transition, the importance of community support, and how Vets Who Code provided them with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the tech industry.
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Since its inception, Vets Who Code has helped 250 veterans land developer jobs, emphasizing the organization's impact on bridging the gap between military service and civilian tech careers.

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title: "Tennessee Nonprofit Teaches Veterans to Make a Living in Civilian Life"
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url: "https://tennesseelookout.com/2020/11/11/tennessee-non-profit-teaches-veterans-to-make-a-living-in-civilian-life/"
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publication: "Tennessee Lookout"
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description: "Tennessee Lookout profiles Jerome Hardaway and Vets Who Code, highlighting how the nonprofit equips veterans with coding skills to transition into civilian tech careers, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic."
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This article profiles Jerome Hardaway, an Air Force veteran who founded Vets Who Code in 2014 to help fellow veterans transition into civilian tech careers. Recognizing the challenges veterans face when reentering the workforce, Hardaway established the nonprofit to teach coding skills remotely, a model that proved resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Vets Who Code has trained over 250 veterans across 37 states, focusing on providing the necessary tools and support for a successful career in technology. Hardaway emphasizes that veterans don't need prior tech experience—just a laptop, basic algebra skills, and the discipline they've honed during military service.
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The program's success is evident, with 94% of graduates securing jobs within 12 months. Hardaway, often referred to as the "Captain America of Codes," continues to advocate for expanding access to tech education for veterans, aiming to scale the program without compromising quality.

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title: "The Modern Veteran: A Coding Superhero"
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url: "https://github.com/readme/stories/jerome-hardaway"
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publication: "GitHub ReadME Project"
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date: "2020-07-15"
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description: "GitHub's ReadME Project profiles Jerome Hardaway, highlighting his journey from Air Force veteran to software engineer and founder of Vets Who Code, a nonprofit teaching veterans to code and transition into tech careers."
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In this feature, GitHub's ReadME Project spotlights Jerome Hardaway, an Air Force veteran who founded Vets Who Code to help fellow veterans transition into tech careers. Recognizing the challenges veterans face when reentering the workforce, Hardaway established the nonprofit to teach coding skills remotely, a model that proved resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic.()
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Vets Who Code has trained over 250 veterans across 37 states, focusing on providing the necessary tools and support for a successful career in technology. Hardaway emphasizes that veterans don't need prior tech experience—just a laptop, basic algebra skills, and the discipline they've honed during military service.()
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The program's success is evident, with graduates securing jobs in the tech industry. Hardaway, often referred to as the "Captain America of Codes," continues to advocate for expanding access to tech education for veterans, aiming to scale the program without compromising quality.()

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title: "This Veteran Started a Code Bootcamp for People Who Went to Bootcamp"
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url: "https://stackoverflow.blog/2020/01/02/this-veteran-started-a-code-bootcamp-for-people-who-went-to-bootcamp/"
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description: "Stack Overflow profiles Jerome Hardaway, an Air Force veteran who founded Vets Who Code to teach fellow veterans coding skills, helping them transition into tech careers."
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This article profiles Jerome Hardaway, an Air Force veteran who founded Vets Who Code in 2014 to help fellow veterans transition into tech careers. Recognizing the challenges veterans face when reentering the workforce, particularly underemployment, Hardaway established the nonprofit to teach coding skills remotely, a model that proved resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic.()
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Vets Who Code has trained over 250 veterans across 37 states, focusing on providing the necessary tools and support for a successful career in technology. Hardaway emphasizes that veterans don't need prior tech experience—just a laptop, basic algebra skills, and the discipline they've honed during military service.()
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The program's success is evident, with graduates securing jobs in the tech industry. Hardaway, often referred to as the "Captain America of Codes," continues to advocate for expanding access to tech education for veterans, aiming to scale the program without compromising quality.

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title: "Vets Who Code: Combating Unemployment & Closing the Skills Gap"
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url: "https://www.pluralsight.com/resources/blog/news/vets-who-code"
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description: "Pluralsight spotlights Vets Who Code, a nonprofit founded by Air Force veteran Jerome Hardaway, dedicated to helping veterans transition into tech careers through proactive coding education and support."
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This article highlights the mission of Vets Who Code, a nonprofit organization founded by Air Force veteran Jerome Hardaway in 2014. Recognizing the challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian life, particularly underemployment, Jerome took the initiative to learn programming and became a full-stack developer. He established Vets Who Code to proactively address these issues by teaching veterans how to code, thereby closing the digital skills gap and easing their career transitions.
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The organization has successfully helped numerous veterans secure employment in the tech industry by providing technical training and community support.
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Pluralsight plays a significant role in Vets Who Code's curriculum by providing supplementary learning resources. Jerome notes that Pluralsight adds legitimacy to their program and enhances the learning experience for veterans. The platform's comprehensive courses help veterans strengthen their skills, making them more competitive in the job market. Jerome emphasizes the value Pluralsight brings, stating that it makes veterans feel supported and invested in by the broader tech community.

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url: "https://github.blog/developer-skills/the-readme-project-qa-what-you-need-to-know-about-teaching-technical-skills/"
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description: "GitHub's ReadME Project features insights from educators, including Jerome Hardaway, on effective strategies for teaching technical skills and fostering inclusive learning environments."
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In this Q&A, GitHub's ReadME Project gathers insights from experienced educators, including Jerome Hardaway, on best practices for teaching technical skills. Hardaway emphasizes the importance of transparency in the learning process, stating that demonstrating problem-solving and embracing mistakes can help students understand that expertise comes from experience, not innate intelligence.
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He advises instructors to develop templates for their teaching materials to streamline content creation and focus more on delivering valuable lessons. Other contributors highlight the significance of understanding different learning styles, encouraging project-based learning, and starting with imperfect materials to foster continuous improvement.
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The discussion underscores that effective technical education involves empathy, adaptability, and a commitment to creating supportive learning environments.

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