Los Angeles-Based Nonprofit

Debugging Our Past.
Deploying Our Future.

We reconnect justice-impacted individuals with technology, building digital fluency, AI foundations, and real coding skills that open doors to education and careers.

137+community reached
40program graduates
93%completion rate
86%use digital tools after program
Career + Opportunity
"Firme Coding was my foundation. It opened doors I didn't even know existed and helped me step into a tech pathway."
- Cohort 1 Fellow
Support + Community
"I never felt judged for asking questions. The support from the instructors made it easier to keep going, even when I struggled."
- Cohort 2 Fellow
Reentry + Tech Gap
"When I came home, everything was digital and I felt left behind. Firme Coding helped me catch up and feel confident again."
- Cohort 3 Fellow

Our Mission

Building the digital fluency and AI foundations that empower individuals to navigate everyday life, pursue education, and access modern workforce opportunities with confidence and dignity.

Digital Fluency

Mastering the essential tools and platforms of the modern digital world

AI Foundations

Understanding and leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity and creativity

Education Access

Creating pathways to college and continuing education opportunities

Workforce Readiness

Building skills that open doors to modern tech career opportunities

Confidence & Dignity

Empowering individuals to navigate life with pride and self-assurance

Second Chances

Creating opportunities for tangible outcomes: projects, jobs, and degrees

Our Three Pillars

A comprehensive approach to building digital confidence and technical skills

8 weeks

Digital Fluency + AI Fundamentals

Mastering essential tech and AI tools for the modern era.

Phone/computer basics, internet safety, Google Workspace, ChatGPT, and job tools

4 weeks

Critical Thinking

Developing the analytical mindset needed to solve problems.

Problem-solving, habits, teamwork, communication, and project briefs

15 weeks

Intro to Coding (SwiftUI)

Building real-world applications with modern tech.

Hands-on app building with Apple-provided equipment

Our Impact

Real results from our community-driven approach

0+

Community Reached

0

Program Graduates

0%

Completion Rate

0%

Use Digital Skills Daily

0%

Improved Career Situation

+2.0

Confidence Growth

2.1 → 4.1 average technology confidence

100%

Recommend Firme Coding

Every graduate would refer a friend

79%

Stronger Future Control

Report a stronger sense of agency over their future

Who We Serve

"For individuals returning home after incarceration and re-entering a world transformed by technology."

We believe in second chances that ship, where "ship" means launching tangible outcomes like finished projects, jobs, or degrees. Our programs provide the technical training, community support, and practical resources needed to bridge the gap between incarceration and opportunity.

Meals provided during sessions
Transit assistance to remove barriers
Laptops provided for cohort and given upon completion of first pillar

Hands-on Technical Training

Mentorship & Community

Real-World Opportunities

Ready to Make an Impact?

Whether you're looking to join our program, partner with us, or support our mission, there's a place for you in the Firme Coding community.

Trusted by

Justice-Impacted IndividualsTech Industry PartnersCommunity Leaders