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7/10/25, 2:28 PM Khalifa Fund and 42AD launch 1st Coding Bootcamp
The partnership aims to upskill 100 participants with foundational coding and

artificial intelligence capabilities through an intense, peer-to-peer learning model.

Open to individuals from all backgrounds and skill levels, the Piscine bootcamp is

developed to boost digital literacy, strengthen problem-solving and collaboration

skills, and pave the way for participants to enter the tech sector or launch their

ventures.

Participants who complete the bootcamp will be eligible to join 42 Abu Dhabi’s

full-time accredited Diploma in Software Development program. Additionally,

Emirati graduates aspiring to start their businesses will be eligible for continued

support through KFED’s entrepreneurship initiatives.

Speaking on the partnership, Her Excellency Mouza Al Nasri, CEO of Khalifa Fund

for Enterprise Development, stated that, “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.”

Echoing this sentiment, Dr. Ahmed Al Shoaibi, Acting CEO of 42 Abu Dhabi,

commented that, “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. This initiative reflects 42 Abu

Dhabi’s continued commitment to empowering talent across the UAE and

building a robust pipeline of innovators.”

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