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We are a charity that runs free programming workshops for minority group members. We are all about community and making a difference.

We operate in 45 locations around the world as well as virtually.

Sign up here ➡️ https://codebar.io/
Next Tuesday we are running a Virtual Open Day 👀

Do you have a question you'd like to ask us? Whether it's about attending codebar, becoming a developer, attending virtually!

If so, then please come along to our drop in session to have your question answered codebar.io/events/virtu...
codebar
Making tech more diverse and welcoming by bringing people together and helping teach programming skills.
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January 8, 2026 at 10:43 AM
Just a quick reminder that our CFP for codebar Festival closes on Monday. So only a few more days to submit your session for our biggest event of the year 👀 forms.gle/XYTZfkJvGWqA...
Submit your session for codebar Festival 2026!
codebar is looking for diverse speakers to share their knowledge at our upcoming hybrid 5 day event - codebar Festival. We are looking for virtual technical workshops (90/120 minutes), and in-person...
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January 6, 2026 at 11:08 AM
Welcome back everyone, can someone remind us how we use a computer again please?
January 5, 2026 at 9:37 AM
Coaching helps you develop some very important skills: communication, leadership, and the ability to guide others through technical challenges.

Would you consider coaching in 2026?
January 2, 2026 at 1:17 PM
New talk live on our youtube 🎉

In this talk we cover what a CFP is, what the process looks like, what to expect in a proposal, and simple tips for preparing your talk - even if you’ve never spoken publicly before.

Enjoy 🥰 youtu.be/IOWXVKrbEgE?...
Submitting Your First Talk: A Call for Papers (CFP) Guide with Kimberley Cook
YouTube video by codebar
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December 19, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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🎄 Last Call for Coaches for Tomorrow’s codebar Nottingham Workshop! 🎄
We have lots of students joining, but we still need a few more coaches to give everyone the support they need.
Want to help someone take their next step into tech?
Sign up to coach 👉 codebar.io/workshops/3543
December 8, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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✨Ending the year with one last incredible workshop!
Thank you to @financialtimes.com for hosting our last @codebar.io workshop of the year, It was the perfect way to close out 2025 ! 🎉🎉
December 7, 2025 at 2:09 PM
We very warmly welcome both first-time and experienced speakers to submit their proposals. If you’d like to chat through an idea before submitting, feel free to email us at [email protected] - we’d love to hear from you!
December 2, 2025 at 5:28 PM
We’re thrilled to announce that the Call for Papers for codebar Festival is now open 🎉

We’re looking for virtual technical workshops and in-person talks in London. Talks can focus on technical topics, career development, or wellbeing.

Interested? Submit your proposal here forms.gle/RksiqujDrieZ...
Submit your session for codebar Festival 2026!
codebar is looking for diverse speakers to share their knowledge at our upcoming hybrid 5 day event - codebar Festival. We are looking for virtual technical workshops (90/120 minutes), and in-person...
forms.gle
December 2, 2025 at 5:28 PM
We have a few charity spots still available for the Hackney Half Marathon next year - Sunday 17th May 🏃

If you're interested in running this iconic race and fundraising vital funds for codebar, please drop us an email ➡️ [email protected]
November 28, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Google Mock Interview (in-person at Google in London) codebar.io/events/cv-wo... 18:30 GMT

Thursday
Cambridge (in-person at Raspberry Pi Foundation) codebar.io/workshops/3545 18:30 GMT
codebar
Making tech more diverse and welcoming by bringing people together and helping teach programming skills.
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November 24, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Workshops and events happening this week (in-person at virtual) 💻🌎

Tuesday
Brighton (in-person at DabApps) codebar.io/workshops/3579 18:30 GMT
West London (in-person at Grabyo) codebar.io/workshops/3580 18:30 GMT

Wednesday
Virtual Central Europe codebar.io/workshops/3581 19:00 CET (GMT+1)
Workshop at DabApps - Tue, 25th November
Attend our workshops to learn programming in a safe and supportive environment at your own pace, or to share your knowledge and coach our students.
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November 24, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Based in CET and would like to attend one of our workshops virtually?

Our new Munich chapter has announced their next workshop - Wednesday 26th November codebar.io/workshops/3581
Virtual workshop for Munich 🌐 Wed, 26th November
Participate in our online workshops to learn programming in a supportive and collaborative environment at your own pace, or share your knowledge and coach our students.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Breaking into tech or changing careers? Join our free CV & interview workshop at Google London.
Wed 26 Nov | 7–9PM | King’s Cross | Free | Snacks included
Ten Googlers will offer 1:1 feedback to help you stand out.
codebar.io/events/cv-wo...
November 13, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Brighton (in-person at StoryStream) codebar.io/workshops/3541 18:30 GMT
West London (in-person at Sedna) codebar.io/workshops/3540 18:30 GMT

Wednesday
Virtual Central Europe codebar.io/workshops/3534 19:00 CET (GMT+1)
Workshop at StoryStream - Tue, 11th November
Attend our workshops to learn programming in a safe and supportive environment at your own pace, or to share your knowledge and coach our students.
codebar.io
November 10, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Workshops and events happening this week (in-person at virtual) 💻🌍

Tuesday
React one-off event in Barcelona (in-person at Promofarma) codebar.io/workshops/3458 18:30 CET (GMT+1)
Nottingham (in-person at CGI) codebar.io/workshops/3529 18:30 GMT
Workshop at PromoFarma - Tue, 11th November
Attend our workshops to learn programming in a safe and supportive environment at your own pace, or to share your knowledge and coach our students.
codebar.io
November 10, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Following the success of our 2022, 2023, and 2024 Impact Reports, we’re thrilled to announce the latest edition and we’d love for you to help us be a part of it!

Your input means so much to us, thank you for supporting our mission and help shape codebar’s future 💜

💻 ➡️ airtable.com/app8RC9TDWZc...
November 4, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Absolutely love that our Kent chapter has relaunched 💻

Here is organiser Lee just before the workshop last night!

Interested in attending? Sign up here ➡️ codebar.io/kent
October 31, 2025 at 10:53 AM
A huge thank you so every person who came to uncodebar on Saturday. The 11th edition and we still have the best time!!

A huge thank you to Google for hosting us 💙❤️💛💙💚❤️

We're already looking forward to next year!
October 27, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Our incredible organisers, students, and coaches have helped thousands of people learn to code and grow in confidence.

Thank you to every single person who’s been part of our journey, your generosity and passion make codebar what it is 💜

Here’s to the next chapter of empowering change in tech!
October 23, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Today codebar is celebrating 12 years of building an inclusive global tech community 🎂

🌍 From London to Shanghai - 45 chapters globally
👥 27,286 community members
💻 2,694 events and workshops
October 23, 2025 at 12:19 PM
We are so thrilled to announce that a new codebar chapter is starting in Munich, our second German chapter 🇩🇪

The first workshop will be happening next month! If you know someone in or near Munich who would like to attend, as a student or coach, then please let them know.

💻 ➡️ codebar.io/munich
October 22, 2025 at 11:40 AM
We've been shortlisted for the "Pathways to Tech" award with SheCanCode 🎉 we would REALLY appreciate all votes as it's voted by the public ❤️

➡️ shecancode.io/pathways-to-...
Pathways to Tech Awards Shortlist 2025
Discover the 2025 shortlist for SheCanCode's Pathways to Tech Awards, honouring those powering inclusive pathways into tech
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October 20, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Workshops and events happening this week 💻🌎

Wednesday
Virtual East Asia codebar.io/workshops/3533 19:00 CST (GMT+8)

Thursday
Virtual UK codebar.io/workshops/3525 18:30 BST (GMT+1)

Saturday
Uncodebar (in-person at Google in London) codebar.io/events/uncod...
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Making tech more diverse and welcoming by bringing people together and helping teach programming skills.
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October 20, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Our Cambridge chapter took a little break but they’re BAAAACK!!

They have their first workshop scheduled for Thursday 30th October at the Raspberry Pi Foundation 💻

RSVP is now open if you'd like to attend ➡️ codebar.io/workshops/3521
codebar
Making tech more diverse and welcoming by bringing people together and helping teach programming skills.
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October 10, 2025 at 5:14 PM