OPERATION CODE

Description

Operation Code launched as an open source project which connected volunteer software engineers with
transitioning military, guard, reserve soldiers, veterans and family members - teaching them how
to build software by using a simple spreadsheet and a phone. This initial initiative gained
popularity, and grew to an online mentorship program.

By addressing the current economic needs to fill the national’s technical talent shortage, we aim
to build talent amongst veterans and their families to minimize risks of unemployment and
underemployment. To date, Operation Code has over 5,000 members in our online community,
and 19 chapters nationwide. Our organization also regularly visits Washington, DC to discuss
issues facing veterans and technology training, specifically regarding the GI Bill, with members
of Congress and the VA.