🍒 Cherry on Tech is a volunteer-run organization whose mission is to support people of women, non-binary, and trans folks who are new to the tech world. We are dedicated to developing a community that empowers marginalized genders while promoting the power of being part of a tech squad.
Understanding Tech Squads
A tech squad is more than just a group – it's a supportive community committed to mutual growth and success in the tech industry.
For more insights on tech squads, check out our blog here.
👀 Curious to see the projects of our tech squads? Explore the Fall 2023 cohort summary page!
😍 Who Should Join?
To thrive in our program and tech squads, you should:
- Identify as an underrepresented gender: Women, non-binary, and trans individuals.
- Aspire to roles such as: Developer, Product Manager, or UX Designer.
- Commit to a 15-week program: With a time commitment of 7-10 hours per week, including meetings and hands-on tasks. Hours may vary depending on your role and the project's specific requirements.
- Begin or plan to start your job search within the next 1-3 months: Whether you're new to tech or lacking experience, our program helps you practice and develop essential skills.
- Desire to enhance your portfolio: Add a real project to your portfolio while learning.
- Interest in accessible web design: Learn how to build websites with accessibility in mind.
- Empower others: Encourage growth, learning, and excitement within your tech squad.
🌟 Excited to learn more? We've got a bunch of events lined up for February! Check out our LinkedIn page for the latest news and updates.
📋 Program Details
Our Spring 2024 Cohort is now OPEN! Apply now!
The Cherry on Tech Cohort program connects you with like-minded individuals to form your own tech squad. Here's what you can expect:
- Program Duration: 15 weeks with a time commitment of 7-10 hours per week
- Weekly Tasks: Guided tasks and mentorship to define, build, and deploy a live website.
- Weekly Meetings: Collaborate, share knowledge, and support each other on your tech career journeys.
- Global Meetings: Engage with guest speakers, participate in breakout sessions, and connect with the wider tech squad community.
- Cost: Participating in this program won't cost you a dime! You'll give back by volunteering your time to assist fellow community members and collaborating with your tech squad even after the program ends.
🗓 Important Dates
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Registration Period:
February 17th - March 2, 2024
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Cohort Begins:
March 16th, 2024
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Cohort Ends:
June 29th, 2024
👉 Ready to apply? Apply now!
📔 Program Structure
Week 0: Onboarding
- Join the Cherry on Tech Slack and meet your squad.
- Choose the problem space your squad will address.
Week 1-3: Discovery, Prototyping, and User Story Mapping
- Conduct research, ideation, and test a lo-fi prototype.
- Develop user flows and personas for a story-mapping workshop.
Week 4: Baseline
- Establish a shared understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.
- Define practices for building quality software.
Week 5 - 12: Sprints
- Collaborate as a cross-functional team in an agile workflow.
- Deliver project features in iterative sprints.
Week 13: Final Presentation
- Present your project and celebrate your achievements with your tech squad!
Final Week: What’s Next…
- Set your own pace to continue working with your squad and supporting each other in your careers.
🔑 Key Features
- Experience cross-functional collaboration in an agile environment: Work alongside developers, UX designers, and product managers.
- Build a High-Quality Static Site: Take your project from concept to launch, creating a top-notch Minimum Viable Product (MVP) within just 15 weeks.
- Accessibility Focus: Prioritize accessibility at every stage of the design and coding process to ensure inclusivity.
- Ongoing Career Support: Benefit from continuous support and guidance from the tech squad community as you progress in your career.
- Mentorship Program: Receive valuable guidance from seasoned professionals who volunteer their time as mentors.
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Hands-On Experience with Essential Tools: Work with industry-standard tools and technologies used in the workspace, including:
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Tech Tools: Work with React, npm, tailwind, ESLint, Prettier, and axe Accessibility Linter.
- Note: These projects won't involve backend usage.
- General Tools: Familiarize yourself with Slack, Figma, Jira, Notion, GitHub, and Netlify.
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Join us and take the first step towards an exciting career in tech!
How to Join
Interested in Mentoring?
✉️ Contact Us
Questions or Comments?
🍒 Reach out via email at cherryontech@gmail.com 🌸
