What we’re about
We're a grassroots community that empowers both aspiring and experienced tech professionals from underrepresented groups to learn and teach together. We're building a more diverse, tight-knit tech community across Los Angeles (and online), one neighborhood at a time!
- Join our chatroom on Discord (soon to become our primary chatroom!): https://discord.gg/3FKefe5kdM
Stuff we do at Learn Teach Code:
• Learn programming fundamentals through a variety of languages and platforms together in small groups or pair programming both in person and online.
• Workshops -- build something tangible and learn new skills in our structured group classes!
• Co-working and casual learning -- work on your own projects independently while enjoying the company of like-minded people.
• Discussion groups, especially for language-agnostic topics. (Maybe even a book club?)
• Project show-and-tell -- get feedback, generate ideas, or just show off your mad skillz!
• And other random, fun activities like geeky movie nights and joint events with other meetups!
Join us for small group discussions with our volunteer mentors from across the tech industry, who are here to answer your tech career questions! Total beginners are especially welcome. :)
NOTE: Since the recent shutdown of Women Who Code, I'm now continuing to host this event with only our meetup (Learn Teach Code) going forward. But please reach out about collaborating (comment below or join our Discord!) if you work with another community that's also passionate about increasing diversity in tech!
This is a monthly event, so please mark your calendar and join us next time:
- Mon, Sept 16, 6pm - 7:30pm Pacific Time
- Tues, Oct 15, 6pm - 7:30pm Pacific Time
- Thurs, Nov 14, 6pm - 7:30pm Pacific Time
Agenda:
See list of mentors and topics here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i7CbFixE5gneL4mg3Ra6ohqL1FeD8B2ruw8xBJfcVdc/
- 6pm: Mentors will introduce themselves; community announcements.
- 6:15pm: Talk with mentors in small groups (feel free to hop between breakout rooms)
- 7:30pm: Wrap up
Sign up here to volunteer for our next event:
https://forms.gle/6JXY7GY4onnhi2zT7
We need volunteers for the following roles:
- Mentors to lead informal discussion groups and share their experiences in tech (all roles, backgrounds and experience levels welcome!)
- "Backup" mentors to help out in conversations without leading a discussion group just yet
Before you join the event:
- A free Zoom account is required to join the event, so be sure to log into Zoom beforehand. (This reduces the chance of Zoom bombers.)
- Please make sure you have Zoom version 5.3.0 or higher and please join via the Zoom Desktop client to be able use the self-select breakout rooms feature.
- You'll get the most out of this event if you come prepared with questions to ask! (Anything from career advice, comparing programming languages, etc.)
Code of Conduct:
By participating in our event, all attendees and mentors agree to follow the Code of Conduct below. Thank you!
https://learnteachcode.org/code-of-conduct.html
Please report any inappropriate behavior to one of our organizers via Zoom chat during the event if needed, or email liz@learnteachcode.com to report concerns at any time.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- AWS GuruCafe Loft, Los Angeles, CA
Join our vibrant community of cloud enthusiasts! The AWS Guru is a place where professionals, beginners, and curious minds come together to discuss all things related to Amazon Web Services (AWS). Whether you’re diving into serverless architecture, exploring machine learning, or optimizing your cloud infrastructure, this group is for you. We cover AWS services, best practices, real-world implementations, and success stories. Expect engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and learning from fellow cloud aficionados. Let’s mix it up in the cloud!
What to bring:
• You are required to make a purchase at this establishment. Please be supportive. Consider gratitude to the restaurant for letting us use their space and Wi-Fi. This ensures we'll be welcomed.
• Your laptop and charger (or you can always share with someone else and do some pair programming)
• Any books, pen/paper, whiteboards, or whatever you need to study
• Your curiosity and your excitement for learning, teaching, and coding with new friends!
Agenda:
• 6:30 pm - Pre-meetup: Socialize and get food/drinks
• 7:00 pm - Start learning and building things
• 8:50 pm - Wrap up
Venue / Parking:
Cafe Loft
https://www.yelp.com/biz/loft-cafe-los-angeles-2
3882 W 6th St Los Angeles, CA 90020
Residential Street, Valet Parking
We highly recommend public transportation since finding street parking isn't easy in Koreatown.
Join our community Discord group to keep in touch and get more coding help:
https://discord.gg/evUnPZsxCode of Conduct:
https://learnteachcode.org/code-of-conduct - Burbank Code and Coffee MeetupStarbucks, Burbank, CA
Join our weekly Tuesday meetup to work on projects, learn and socialize together! This is a casual hangout, so there are no formal lesson plans or teachers, but we're all here to help one another. Beginners are always welcome!
====================What to bring:
• Your laptop and charger
• Any books, pen/paper, whiteboards, or whatever you need to study
• Money to purchase a snack or drink, as a gratitude to the coffee shop for letting us use their space and wifi. This ensures we'll be welcomed back again in the future!
• Your curiosity and your excitement for learning, teaching, and coding with new friends!
====================Agenda:
• 6:00 pm - Pre-meetup: Socialize and get food/drinks
• 6:30 pm - Start learning and building things
• 9:00pm - Wrap up - Expanded Starbucks Hours====================Parking / venue info:
STARBUCKS: 1520 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506
PARKING: STREET OR STARBUCKS LOT=======================================
- We are leaving Slack behind so ..
- Join our Discord server used by some of our study groups: https://discord.gg/uS8eHD6
*** Want to get more involved? We always need more help! You can help with or host a study group, provide mentorship, or volunteer for other fun stuff. Let us know on Slack or in person!
Code of Conduct:
https://learnteachcode.org/code-of-conduct