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let's code the future
Join a hands-on, full-time software engineering program powered by world-class peer-to-peer learning. Become part of a global tech community with 50+ campuses worldwide.
next_up:
[introduction]
november 5th, 2026
onsite/on-campus
[piscine]
february 8th - march 5th, 2027
4-week immersion /selection month (fully on-site)
[kick-off]
november 16th, 2026
learn to code
from the ground up.
the piscine
A 26-day immersion. No teachers, no schedule, no shortcuts. You show up, you get handed projects, and you figure it out.
core curriculum
Build strong fundamentals by writing code from scratch, shipping projects, and learning how to debug and collaborate.
work experience
Take your skills into a real software engineering team. Complete a paid internship and gain experience working on live codebases.
specialization
Achieve mastery. Dedicate yourself to specialized fields like Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Cybersecurity, or Systems Administration.
our partners.
We’re proud to have some of Germany’s leading companies supporting 42 Berlin. Thanks to their donations and involvement, our education remains fully free and accessible to all aspiring coders.
These partnerships help us deliver world-class, peer-to-peer tech education while connecting students directly with the industry.
campus life.
Software engineering is a collective craft. We built a 24/7 campus that actually supports the people doing the work— tailored to your needs, regardless of background or schedule.
- Silent zones, child/dog-friendly areas, and a yoga/prayer room.
- Fully equipped: lifts, standing desks, kitchens, and showers.
- Regular communal events, BBQs, and board game nights to offset the screen time.
success stories.
Alex Schenk
Software Engineer @ BayerJoining 42 Berlin was a defining moment for me. The learning experience is incredibly immersive. This drive gave me a versatile foundation to take my coding career in any direction. But what truly stands out is the community: an exceptional network of peers and friends I know I can rely on.
Elise Van Iterson
Software Dev Intern @ Q42I found an internship at a software development agency in Amsterdam. They build websites and apps for other companies, like the Rijksmuseum. I'll be their backend development intern and hopefully a junior backend developer after.
Barra MacMahon
AI Innovation Engineer @ SAPAlongside 42, I work full-time at SAP in the BTP Innovation team, developing AI features. With no prior coding experience, 42's curriculum gave me the tools to thrive. After 2 years, I'm nostalgic yet excited for new challenges. Embrace 42—it's a treasure!
Tetiana Fedorenko
Software Developer @ oparcoAfter experimenting with various IT roles and even venturing into the art world, nothing quite clicked until I joined 42. The hands-on peer-learning approach helped me make valuable connections and learn a lot from others.
Jean Isserstedt
Founder @ ExamPal Education42 fundamentally changed how I approach problem-solving. As a game designer, I'm not usually required to dive into code — but learning to think like a programmer has helped me break down complex systems and challenges more logically and analytically.
Mariia Paraskun
Software Engineer @ Deutsche BankSchool 42, with its schedule and supportive community, helped me realize that it's actually impossible to ever be 100% prepared for what might be required of me. The best and most valuable knowledge is truly acquired during the process of working on a project.
Daniil Tolmacov
Software Developer @ TietoBefore joining 42 I was on the crossroad choosing between university computer science degree and small independent school in Berlin. Choosing 42 definitely paid me back. I found a full-time job after only 9 months of studying. It gave me a solid foundation that helps to easily learn any language.
Joseph Albers
SAP Backend Software DeveloperAbove all 42 ingrained a desire to learn within me. After all, at my job I am constantly forced to learn new languages, frameworks and tools. I believe that appreciating this journey will make the difference in the long run.
Théo Zanchi
Software Engineer @ Deutsche BahnWhen moving to Germany, working for Deutsche Bahn was my objective because I am passionate about this industry and I had the chance to meet DB executives on campus to discuss our pedagogy, and this is how I managed to have an internship at DB Cargo.
Fedir Staryk
Dev-Ops Backend Dev @ T-Systems42 helped me getting into the job, thanks to hard and soft skills I earned during my studies. But the most helpful skill during the job, was to quickly learn and adapt to new topics and challenges, as you need to be able to work with stuff you never even heard of before.
inside 42 berlin.
She Quit Law to Learn to Code at 42. Now She's a LegalTech founder
University vs 42 Berlin: What Actually Made the Difference
Why 42 Berlin Beats Traditional Universities
A Day in the Life of a Student (No Teachers)
Everything You Need to Know Before Joining
The Future of Free Coding Education
Advice from a 42 Berlin Student
about the 42 network.
42 began in Paris and has grown into a global network focused on one goal: making software engineering education accessible at scale through peer learning and project-based training.
