Join Our Free Software Engineering with AI Program: Your Path to Impact
Location: Remote
Commitment: Minimum 10 hours of volunteering per week
Join our free Software Engineering with AI program, designed to equip participants with the skills to develop impactful mobile applications. This comprehensive course will take you from beginner to advanced levels, focusing on using AI and software engineering principles to drive social change. As a participant, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to real-world projects, including the development of the Urban Food Alliance (UFA) mobile app, aimed at reducing food insecurity and providing job training.
Course Objectives
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Foundational Understanding: Learn the basics of product development, generative AI, and software engineering, including UI/UX design, programming languages, and app deployment.
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Hands-On Experience: Gain practical experience by building and deploying a mobile app using relevant technologies and methodologies.
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Critical Thinking: Understand the impact of mobile apps on social issues, especially those designed for charitable purposes like the UFA.
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Collaboration & Communication: Develop effective teamwork skills to collaborate with others and communicate project ideas clearly.
Why Join Us?
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Real-World Learning: Apply what you learn by building a mobile app inspired by UFA, gaining experience in a real-world project.
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Comprehensive Curriculum: Learn from a broad range of topics, including basic UI/UX design, programming, AI integration, and cross-platform development.
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Exclusive Access: Receive a Microsoft 365 account (valued at over $110 per year) and, if a yearly UFA member, access to class recordings, handouts, and more.
Who Should Apply?
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Individuals passionate about technology and its potential for social impact.
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Beginners eager to learn about software engineering, AI, and mobile app development.
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Those interested in contributing to meaningful projects that benefit the community.
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We will give priority to those who have at least 1 programming language knowledge, are familiar with Flutter, and are eager to learn mobile application development.
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No prior experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn and contribute.
Apply Today – Limited Spaces Available!
Spaces are limited, and we prioritize applicants who are committed to our cause. Those who volunteer with UFA will have a higher chance of being selected. Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your skills and create meaningful change.
Together, we can build a brighter future through technology and community action.
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