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7/10/25, 2:27 PM Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development and 42 Abu Dhabi partner to host inaugural coding bootcamp, the Piscine, in Al Ain Regio…

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 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 programme 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.

CEO 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 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.

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