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Mid East Info
09-07-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development and 42 Abu Dhabi partner to host inaugural coding bootcamp ‘Piscine' in Al Ain Region
Abu Dhabi, July 2025: Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development KFED partnered with 42 Abu Dhabi 42AD to host the first edition of the intensive coding bootcamp, the 'Piscine,' at Khalifa Fund Al Ain Region Campus. Running between July 14 to August 7, 2025, the collaboration is part of joint efforts to empower young talents and prepare a new generation of coders and entrepreneurs. The Piscine is an intense and immersive bootcamp designed to equip participants with foundational coding capabilities while challenging their adaptability, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration skills. This program offers a unique opportunity for individuals, regardless of their background or prior coding experience, to build in-demand digital skills through a hands-on, peer-to-peer learning model. The bootcamp will train 100 participants with essential coding and AI skills. With the support of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, individuals from various backgrounds, including those looking to enhance their digital skills or shift into tech-focused careers, will be empowered to build new coding capabilities and actively contribute to the growing digital ecosystem. This aligns with KFED's broader vision of advancing individual skill development and catalysing innovation-led economic growth in the region. As part of this collaboration, participants who successfully complete the Piscine will be eligible to join 42 Abu Dhabi's accredited program and obtain the Diploma in Software Development, which is delivered full-time at the campus in Abu Dhabi. Additionally, aspiring Emirati entrepreneurs who complete the Piscine and wish to launch their ventures can benefit from KFED's support. Her Excellency Mouza Al Nasri, CEO of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, said: 'This collaboration between Khalifa Fund and 42 Abu Dhabi represents a pivotal step in nurturing a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in Al Ain. By combining 42 Abu Dhabi's groundbreaking approach to coding education with Khalifa Fund's comprehensive support for startups, we aim to empower individuals with the requisite skills and resources to transform ideas into impactful ventures. Together, we are fostering a thriving ecosystem where talent meets opportunity, driving sustainable growth and reinforcing Abu Dhabi and the UAE's position as a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship.' Khalifa Fund and 42 Abu Dhabi will continue collaborating through a range of initiatives designed to empower talents and accelerate venture creation. This includes building a seamless talent-to-startup pipeline, offering internship and employment pathways, and co-hosting community events, networking mixers, and demo days. The partnership will also include joint mentorship and training programs, equipping coders and entrepreneurs alike with the tools to materialise their ideas past conceptualisation. Dr. Ahmed Al Shoaibi, Acting CEO of 42 Abu Dhabi, said: 'Our partnership with Khalifa Fund to bring the first-ever Piscine to the Al Ain Region is a powerful step toward widening access to innovative coding education and entrepreneurship skills. By hosting our Piscine at Khalifa Fund, Al Ain Campus, we look forward to equipping over 100 participants with in-demand coding skills and nurturing the entrepreneurial mindset needed to drive real impact within the local ecosystem. This initiative reflects 42 Abu Dhabi's continued commitment to empowering talent across the UAE and building a robust pipeline of innovators who will contribute to the Emirate's digital transformation.' Potential applicants who are interested in joining the upcoming 'Piscine' can visit 42 Abu Dhabi's official website, where they will have to complete 42 Abu Dhabi's pre-selection 'Game' – an online assessment that evaluates cognitive capacity via logic and memory tests. Following this, they will attend an in-person check-in discovery session to be briefed on the Piscine and the learning methodology. Once candidates successfully complete the Piscine, they will be eligible to join the accredited Diploma in Software Development program offered at 42 Abu Dhabi's campus in Abu Dhabi.
Web Release
09-07-2025
- Business
- Web Release
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development and 42 Abu Dhabi partner to host inaugural coding bootcamp ‘Piscine' in Al Ain Region
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) partnered with 42 Abu Dhabi (42AD) to host the first edition of the intensive coding bootcamp, the 'Piscine,' at Khalifa Fund Al Ain Region Campus. Running between July 14 to August 7, 2025, the collaboration is part of joint efforts to empower young talents and prepare a new generation of coders and entrepreneurs. The Piscine is an intense and immersive bootcamp designed to equip participants with foundational coding capabilities while challenging their adaptability, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration skills. This program offers a unique opportunity for individuals, regardless of their background or prior coding experience, to build in-demand digital skills through a hands-on, peer-to-peer learning model. The bootcamp will train 100 participants with essential coding and AI skills. With the support of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, individuals from various backgrounds, including those looking to enhance their digital skills or shift into tech-focused careers, will be empowered to build new coding capabilities and actively contribute to the growing digital ecosystem. This aligns with KFED's broader vision of advancing individual skill development and catalysing innovation-led economic growth in the region. As part of this collaboration, participants who successfully complete the Piscine will be eligible to join 42 Abu Dhabi's accredited program and obtain the Diploma in Software Development, which is delivered full-time at the campus in Abu Dhabi. Additionally, aspiring Emirati entrepreneurs who complete the Piscine and wish to launch their ventures can benefit from KFED's support. Her Excellency Mouza Al Nasri, CEO of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, said: 'This collaboration between Khalifa Fund and 42 Abu Dhabi represents a pivotal step in nurturing a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in Al Ain. By combining 42 Abu Dhabi's groundbreaking approach to coding education with Khalifa Fund's comprehensive support for startups, we aim to empower individuals with the requisite skills and resources to transform ideas into impactful ventures. Together, we are fostering a thriving ecosystem where talent meets opportunity, driving sustainable growth and reinforcing Abu Dhabi and the UAE's position as a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship.' Khalifa Fund and 42 Abu Dhabi will continue collaborating through a range of initiatives designed to empower talents and accelerate venture creation. This includes building a seamless talent-to-startup pipeline, offering internship and employment pathways, and co-hosting community events, networking mixers, and demo days. The partnership will also include joint mentorship and training programs, equipping coders and entrepreneurs alike with the tools to materialise their ideas past conceptualisation. Dr. Ahmed Al Shoaibi, Acting CEO of 42 Abu Dhabi, said: 'Our partnership with Khalifa Fund to bring the first-ever Piscine to the Al Ain Region is a powerful step toward widening access to innovative coding education and entrepreneurship skills. By hosting our Piscine at Khalifa Fund, Al Ain Campus, we look forward to equipping over 100 participants with in-demand coding skills and nurturing the entrepreneurial mindset needed to drive real impact within the local ecosystem. This initiative reflects 42 Abu Dhabi's continued commitment to empowering talent across the UAE and building a robust pipeline of innovators who will contribute to the Emirate's digital transformation.' Potential applicants who are interested in joining the upcoming 'Piscine' can visit 42 Abu Dhabi's official website, where they will have to complete 42 Abu Dhabi's pre-selection 'Game' – an online assessment that evaluates cognitive capacity via logic and memory tests. Following this, they will attend an in-person check-in discovery session to be briefed on the Piscine and the learning methodology. Once candidates successfully complete the Piscine, they will be eligible to join the accredited Diploma in Software Development program offered at 42 Abu Dhabi's campus in Abu Dhabi.
Al Etihad
09-07-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development and 42 Abu Dhabi partner to host inaugural coding bootcamp, the Piscine, in Al Ain Region
9 July 2025 11:13 ABU DHABIKhalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) has partnered with 42 Abu Dhabi (42AD) to host the first edition of the intensive coding bootcamp, the Piscine, at Khalifa Fund Al Ain Region from July 14 to August 7, 2025, the collaboration is part of joint efforts to empower young talents and prepare a new generation of coders and Piscine is an intense and immersive bootcamp designed to equip participants with foundational coding capabilities while challenging their adaptability, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration skills. This programme offers a unique opportunity for individuals, regardless of their background or prior coding experience, to build in-demand digital skills through a hands-on, peer-to-peer learning bootcamp will train 100 participants with essential coding and AI skills. With the support of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, individuals from various backgrounds, including those looking to enhance their digital skills or shift into tech-focused careers, will be empowered to build new coding capabilities and actively contribute to the growing digital aligns with KFED's broader vision of advancing individual skill development and catalysing innovation-led economic growth in the part of this collaboration, participants who successfully complete the Piscine will be eligible to join 42 Abu Dhabi's accredited programme and obtain the Diploma in Software Development, which is delivered full-time at the campus in Abu aspiring Emirati entrepreneurs who complete the Piscine and wish to launch their ventures can benefit from KFED's of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, Her Excellency Mouza Al Nasri, said, 'This collaboration between Khalifa Fund and 42 Abu Dhabi represents a pivotal step in nurturing a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in Al Ain. By combining 42 Abu Dhabi's groundbreaking approach to coding education with Khalifa Fund's comprehensive support for startups, we aim to empower individuals with the requisite skills and resources to transform ideas into impactful ventures. Together, we are fostering a thriving ecosystem where talent meets opportunity, driving sustainable growth and reinforcing Abu Dhabi and the UAE's position as a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship.'Khalifa Fund and 42 Abu Dhabi will continue collaborating through a range of initiatives designed to empower talents and accelerate venture includes building a seamless talent-to-startup pipeline, offering internship and employment pathways, and co-hosting community events, networking mixers, and demo partnership will also include joint mentorship and training programmes, equipping coders and entrepreneurs alike with the tools to materialise their ideas past CEO of 42 Abu Dhabi, Dr Ahmed Al Shoaibi, said, 'Our partnership with Khalifa Fund to bring the first-ever Piscine to the Al Ain Region is a powerful step toward widening access to innovative coding education and entrepreneurship skills. By hosting our Piscine at Khalifa Fund, Al Ain Campus, we look forward to equipping over 100 participants with in-demand coding skills and nurturing the entrepreneurial mindset needed to drive real impact within the local ecosystem. This initiative reflects 42 Abu Dhabi's continued commitment to empowering talent across the UAE and building a robust pipeline of innovators who will contribute to the emirate's digital transformation.'Potential applicants who are interested in joining the upcoming 'Piscine' can visit 42 Abu Dhabi's official website, where they will have to complete 42 Abu Dhabi's pre-selection 'Game' - an online assessment that evaluates cognitive capacity via logic and memory tests. Following this, they will attend an in-person check-in discovery session to be briefed on the Piscine and the learning methodology. Once candidates successfully complete the Piscine they will be eligible to join the accredited Diploma in Software Development programme offered at 42 Abu Dhabi's campus in Abu Dhabi.
Al Etihad
25-03-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
42 Abu Dhabi opens 150 seats for second round of 2025 admissions
25 Mar 2025 14:22 ABU DHABI (WAM) 42 Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital's innovative and disruptive coding academy, has officially opened applications for its latest intake, welcoming both individuals and corporate academy's upcoming intensive coding boot camp, known as the 'Piscine', will commence on April 14 with 150 seats available, providing a rigorous pre-assessment experience to select candidates for its tuition-free this programme expansion, 42 Abu Dhabi is strengthening its commitment to fostering a diverse and highly skilled tech talent pool by delivering world-class coding education. The programme empowers both aspiring coders and seasoned professionals to elevate their digital expertise, whether they aim to upskill or completely inclusivity at its core, 42 Abu Dhabi provides an accessible pathway for individuals from all backgrounds, requiring no prior Piscine, derived from the French word for "swimming pool," is an intense and immersive 25-day boot camp that tests candidates' computer programming skills as well as their drive, perseverance, and devotion towards it. It is the final stage in the application process to 42 Abu Dhabi's applicants who are interested in joining the upcoming 'Piscine' may visit 42 Abu Dhabi's official website, where they will have to complete 42 Abu Dhabi's pre-selection 'Game' - an online assessment which evaluates cognitive capacity via logic and memory tests - and attend an in-person Check-in discovery session to be briefed on the Piscine and the learning methodology. Once the candidates successfully pass the Piscine, they will be able to join 42 Abu Dhabi's coding programme and start their exceptional learning who join 42 Abu Dhabi will be able to leverage the academy's strategic partner network with leading organisations and companies across different industries and sectors, such as the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Police, Mubadala, ADNOC, Ministry of Interior, TotalEnergies, Thales Group, Beacon Red, Electra Abu Dhabi, Hub71, and many others.42 Abu Dhabi takes pride in its alumni who have secured impactful roles across leading organisations, showcasing the programme's commitment to producing industry-ready talent. Students have also distinguished themselves by winning top prizes in several national competitions and hackathons, demonstrating their exceptional skills and innovative Ahmed Al Shoaibi, Acting CEO of 42 Abu Dhabi, said, 'At 42 Abu Dhabi, we are committed to fostering a future-ready workforce by equipping individuals and businesses with the advanced coding and AI skills needed to drive Abu Dhabi's digital transformation. By opening our doors to both individuals and corporate professionals, we are creating new pathways for talent development while strengthening industry collaboration. This empowers professionals to upskill in an evolving tech landscape and provides companies with a unique opportunity to cultivate in-house expertise. Together, we are building a robust talent pipeline that will shape the future of Abu Dhabi's digital economy and innovation ecosystem.' All 42 Abu Dhabi students who complete the academy's Common Core, four additional modules and six-month internship are eligible to receive a Diploma in software development recognised by the National Qualification Center (NQC) in the UAE.
Zawya
25-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
42 Abu Dhabi opens 150 seats for second round of 2025 admissions
The Academy's Emirati graduates achieved a 100% employment rate across vital sectors Students are eligible to receive a Diploma in software development recognized by the National Qualification Center (NQC) in the UAE Abu Dhabi, UAE – 42 Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital's innovative and disruptive coding academy, has officially opened applications for its latest intake, welcoming both individuals and corporate organizations. The academy's upcoming intensive coding boot camp, known as the 'Piscine', will commence on 14th of April with 150 seats available, providing a rigorous pre-assessment experience to select candidates for its tuition-free program. Through this program expansion, 42 Abu Dhabi is strengthening its commitment to fostering a diverse and highly skilled tech talent pool by delivering world-class coding education. The program empowers both aspiring coders and seasoned professionals to elevate their digital expertise, whether they aim to upskill or completely reskill. With inclusivity at its core, 42 Abu Dhabi provides an accessible pathway for individuals from all backgrounds, requiring no prior experience. The Piscine, derived from the French word for "swimming pool," is an intense and immersive 25-day boot camp that tests candidates' computer programming skills as well as their drive, perseverance, and devotion towards it. It is the final stage in the application process to 42 Abu Dhabi's program. Potential applicants who are interested in joining the upcoming 'Piscine' may visit 42 Abu Dhabi's official website, where they will have to complete 42 Abu Dhabi's pre-selection 'Game' - an online assessment which evaluates cognitive capacity via logic and memory tests - and attend an in-person Check-in discovery session to be briefed on the Piscine and the learning methodology. Once the candidates successfully pass the Piscine, they will be able to join 42 Abu Dhabi's coding program and start their exceptional learning journey. Students who join 42 Abu Dhabi will be able to leverage the academy's strategic partner network with leading organizations and companies across different industries and sectors, such as the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Police, Mubadala, ADNOC, Ministry of Interior, TotalEnergies, Thales Group, Beacon Red, Electra Abu Dhabi, Hub71, and many others. 42 Abu Dhabi takes pride in its alumni who have secured impactful roles across leading organizations, showcasing the program's commitment to producing industry-ready talent. Students have also distinguished themselves by winning top prizes in several national competitions and hackathons, demonstrating their exceptional skills and innovative thinking Dr Ahmed Al Shoaibi, Acting CEO of 42 Abu Dhabi, said: 'At 42 Abu Dhabi, we are committed to fostering a future-ready workforce by equipping individuals and businesses with the advanced coding and AI skills needed to drive Abu Dhabi's digital transformation. By opening our doors to both individuals and corporate professionals, we are creating new pathways for talent development while strengthening industry collaboration. This empowers professionals to upskill in an evolving tech landscape and provides companies with a unique opportunity to cultivate in-house expertise. Together, we are building a robust talent pipeline that will shape the future of Abu Dhabi's digital economy and innovation ecosystem.' All 42 Abu Dhabi students who complete the academy's Common Core, four additional modules and six-month internship are eligible to receive a Diploma in software development recognized by the National Qualification Center (NQC) in the UAE. Since its launch, 42 Abu Dhabi has enrolled over 900 students, including more than 234 UAE national students, to further support Abu Dhabi's efforts to create a diverse and inclusive education infrastructure that enables a future-ready workforce. While no previous coding experience or academic qualifications are required to apply for 42 Abu Dhabi, candidates must be aged 18 years old and above and possess an innate ability to adapt and collaborate. 42 Abu Dhabi is an innovative and disruptive coding academy, launched in 2020 as an initiative of ADEK, to drive Abu Dhabi's ongoing development through multi-faceted investments in business, innovation, and people. For more information and to apply, visit
