Onika Sileku | SheCodes Foundation

Onika Sileku

🇿🇦 South African living in Cape Town , 🇿🇦 South Africa
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Onika 's Story I became interested in coding during high school when I took Computer Applications Technology (CAT) as a subject. That's where my passion for expanding my coding knowledge began. I started with learning HTML, which allowed me to create a basic website without any styling. As I delved deeper, I explored various programming languages, discovered how to create websites, and explored data systems. This journey led me to the realization that I wanted to learn and become a skilled coder or programmer

🙋‍♀️ Onika 's Motivation

My motivation for learning how to code with SheCodes stems from my belief that the learning experience will provide me with valuable insights into the intricate dynamics that fuel the programming, global technology, and software engineering sector, particularly within a large community. I am confident that my passion for learning and my eagerness to gain knowledge will aid in fostering consistency and discipline throughout the process. This opportunity holds the potential to pave the way for a fulfilling professional career aligned with my passion for coding and programming. I have heard positive reviews about this program, further affirming its potential to help me achieve my goals

🤹‍♀️ Onika 's Hobbies

What I enjoy doing for fun is volunteering and using my skills to help wherever I can. I volunteer as an article writer and a climate activist at the African Climate Alliance, where we raise awareness and educate about climate and climate change. At night, I focus on learning about technology and digital marketing, such as managing a website, generating ads, and creating content. I often use Chart GPT, YouTube, and TikTok for my education. In the past, I volunteered for one year as the teen editorial member for the Teen Writers Project, a non-profit organization based online in the USA, specifically in Dallas. This role allowed me to collaborate with students from around the world. This year, I am continuing my volunteer work by participating in the African Climate Alliance program. I learned about SheCode through these platforms, and my aunt encouraged me to apply since I frequently use her computer to learn about coding. While I wouldn't claim to be a proficient coder, I do have a solid understanding and enjoy the creative aspect of coding

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Onika 's coding training

Onika has gained access to SheCodes Basics and SheCodes AI Basics at no cost. Together they are a 6 week coding training that’ll take her from a complete beginner to building her first websites and AI projects.

She'll learn the foundations of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, plus how to build with AI and modern development tools. She'll also get to build her own online portfolio to showcase to potential employers!

📦 Foundation students get access to these coding workshops:
1. SheCodes Basics (3 weeks)
2. SheCodes AI Basics (3 weeks)
She’ll gain access to each portion after finishing the preceding portion. She’ll build up her coding knowledge gradually along the way. 🙌

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The SheCodes Foundation Mission

Women hold only 25% of coding jobs and earn 30% less than men. In many developing countries, over 65% of women lack bank accounts, making it difficult to invest in their education.

The SheCodes Foundation is changing that. We provide women in developing countries with free coding education, equipping them with the skills to build a better future. In partnership with SheCodes, we offer training in product development, design, and management, empowering women to thrive in the tech industry.

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Why learn how to code?

Coding knowledge creates new job opportunities, improves your analytical thinking, and enhances your personal or professional skill set.

Get a Job in Tech

Learning how to code provides you with new career opportunities and helps make you a more marketable employee in our increasingly technological job market.

Expand Your Skill Set

Master coding to boost creativity, logic, and efficiency—valuable for any career path.

Sharpen Your Analytical Thinking

Improve your problem-solving and analytical skills, giving you a competitive advantage in today’s workplace.