Honoring more than 5 years of creating inclusive opportunities for aspiring developers to collaborate and grow.
Our Mission
The Collab Lab, founded in 2019, increased access to web development jobs for early-career developers, particularly those from underrepresented groups in tech, by providing hands-on skills training in software team collaboration and career management.
Celebrating Our Journey
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From July 2019 to December 2024, The Collab Lab has connected over 170 early-career developers from 25+ countries with real-world experience and mentorship. Our developers didn't just learn to code—they learned to collaborate, gaining the skills and confidence needed to succeed in tech. Many have gone on to roles at companies like Google, Shopify, and Zapier, while giving back to support the next wave of talent.
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We we're incredibly proud of the community we've built together. None of this would have been possible without the dedication of our volunteers, mentors, and developers. Their passion and commitment have left a lasting legacy of growth, mentorship, and inclusion in tech. Our developers reflect the diversity we want to see in tech, with an emphasis on supporting people from groups typically underrepresented on software teams. Joining us as a volunteer is a way to give back and help early-career developers gain their footholds in tech.
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Meet the People Who Made It Happen: