StartSteps

StartSteps is an innovative educational company dedicated to promoting digital skills and supporting career reorientation in the tech industry. Founded in 2019 by Mozamel Aman and Paddy Hall, the concept of StartSteps is based on experience in digital education and collaboration with the tech industry.

• Orientation Courses: StartSteps offers free orientation courses that serve as an entry point into the tech world. These courses allow participants to explore various digital topics such as programming, online marketing, data analysis, UX/UI design, app development, and cloud & Cybersecurity[1][3].
• Personal Support: Each participant receives a personal teacher and the opportunity to acquire practical skills and industry-specific soft skills in a four-week Compass course[3].
• Laptop Agreement: StartSteps provides participants with a laptop for the duration of the course, so no prior knowledge or personal hardware is required[1][3].
• Network and Community: The company maintains close relationships with startups and tech companies that regularly present in the courses and provide participants with valuable insights and advice. The StartSteps community also offers great events, job opportunities, and benefits with tech partners[1][3].

The main mission of StartSteps is to support people from all walks of life in starting a new career in the tech industry. The company is committed to ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to acquire digital skills and find suitable further education. StartSteps believes in the importance of lifelong learning and the diversity of career paths by offering individual solutions tailored to the needs of participants[1][3][4].

StartSteps is committed to creating a sustainable and inclusive educational environment. Here are some of the sustainability goals and initiatives:

• Financial Support: All courses are funded by the employment agency and the job center, meaning that participants do not have to bear any costs[1][3].
• Lifelong Learning: The company supports the concept of lifelong learning and provides a community that continues to support participants even after completing the courses[4].
• Collaboration with the Tech Industry: Through close collaboration with the tech industry, StartSteps ensures that the curriculum is always up to date and that participants are optimally prepared for the job market[1][3].

StartSteps is also engaged in creating comprehensive resources to assist participants with career planning. For example, the company has published the "Tech Career Guide 2024" in collaboration with Honeypot.io, which provides insights into the best tech bootcamps in Germany and interviews with experienced professionals[3].

With StartSteps, you not only gain the necessary skills for a successful career in the tech industry but also a supportive community and comprehensive resources to achieve your professional goals.

• 1 - https://startsteps.org/de
• 2 - https://www.kununu.com/de/startsteps-digital-education
• 3 - https://www.nachhaltigejobs.de/startsteps/m
• 4 - https://startsteps.org/de/ueber-uns
• 5 - https://www.xing.com/pages/startsteps-digital-education-gmbh