Codecademy is an interactive learning platform for developing technical skills[1] headquartered in New York City[2][4]. The company went through Y Combinator in the Summer 2011 batch[5] and operates with a team size of 225[6]. Codecademy describes itself as the leading online learning platform for technical skills[3]. According to the company, it has been explored by over 45 million people since its creation in 2011[7]. The company's stated mission is to close the skills gap between the workforce and job opportunities by helping people acquire skills needed for employment[7]. Codecademy's team comprises individuals with backgrounds spanning technology and education[7].
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- Working professionals are experiencing their jobs changing amidst the rise of technology and automation threatens over 800 million jobs. At the same time, software is eating the world, disrupting every major industry, and creating millions of new technology jobs that companies are eager to fill. This is the skills gap. Our mission is closing it. In 2011, we changed the face of education by creating free interactive coding courses explored by over 45 million people. As we look to the future, we're focused on helping anyone get the skills they need for the jobs they want. We aim to bridge the gap: between companies and the workforce, people and their dream jobs. Join one of the most dynamic technology companies in New York that is changing the way the world learns. Headquartered in New York City, our team is filled with highly curious diverse individuals whose backgrounds span tech and education. Our team is passionate about our mission: helping people get the skills they need for the jobs they want. We seek transparency, thrive on feedback, value teamwork, love evolving and never forget it's people first. We enjoy catered lunches together, company outings, guest speakers and [7]
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