(Inaugural Cohort's first in person work session)
Breaking into Tech - Without Leaving Guam
If you’ve ever wondered how to break into the tech industry without leaving Guam, you’re not alone—and you’re not out of luck. Meet Code School of Guam, a local initiative with a powerful mission: to unlock opportunities for island residents through high-quality, job-ready tech education.
Founded by Leon Shimizu, a software engineer turned community builder, Code School of Guam was born out of a deep belief that the people of Guam shouldn’t have to look off-island for life-changing careers. “There’s so much untapped potential here,” Leon says. “We just needed the right training pipeline.”
(Founder Leon Shimizu, at work with his full setup)
That pipeline? A 4.5-month full-stack software engineering bootcamp that’s as intense as it is rewarding. Students go from zero experience to building real-world web applications—and they don’t do it alone. The program includes hands-on instruction, career services, and even an optional internship to bridge the gap between learning and doing.
What makes Code School stand out isn't just its curriculum—it’s the heart behind the hustle. “We’re not just teaching code,” Leon shares. “We’re building futures. We’re saying to our community, ‘You belong in tech too.’”
(zoom screenshot of capstone project presentations, inaugural cohort)
Student Voices: The Power of Showing Up
And that message is resonating. Just ask Noah, a recent graduate who left this note:
“Clear mind and trust the process. CSG will match the effort that you give it, so at the end of the day, how bad do you want it?”
Noah’s story is just one of many. Whether you’re fresh out of high school, rethinking your college path, or looking to pivot careers in your 30s or 40s, Code School of Guam is designed to meet you where you are—as long as you’re ready to show up and put in the work.
Looking Ahead: Promos and Opportunities
To celebrate the end of their first official year, CSG is offering a special discount for students enrolling in their final 2025 cohort. They’re also expanding their internship program, giving even more grads the chance to gain real-world experience before stepping into the job market.
So, if you’ve been looking for a sign to chase that tech dream without leaving home, this is it.
Visit codeschoolofguam.com or follow @codeschoolofguam for more info.
Call 671-483-0219 or 671-777-9724 to apply.
Code School of Guam— Guam’s first full-stack coding bootcamp
