Advanced Web Development

Advanced • 16 Weeks

Overview

SheCanCODE, Igire Rwanda’s flagship advanced web development pathway within the Digital Skills for Employability (DSE) programme, is a 16-week in person, intensive course designed to equip young women with practical, employer-ready full-stack skills. This program, which is part of a larger DSE initiative targeting 10,000 youth across Rwanda, focuses on vulnerable youth, prioritizing women, refugees, and people with disabilities. Through a hands on, project based curriculum covering frontend and backend development, databases, and developer tooling, SheCanCODE prepares participants to build modern web applications, while also providing industry mentorship, career readiness support, and linkages to internships, apprenticeships, and job placement opportunities through the DSE consortium.

For more information about the Digital Skills for Employability initiative, please visit the DSE program .

Skills You Will Learn

Frontend: React, Next.js, Responsive UI Design

Backend: Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs

Database: SQL and NoSQL basics

Version control: Git & GitHub

Deployment: Vercel, AWS, or similar

Testing: Unit and integration testing

Security: Authentication, Authorization, and Best Practices

Program Details

Duration:16 Weeks

Level:Advanced

Prerequisites: Knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and basic programming concepts in Java is recommended. Ideal for learners who want to master Backend development.

Requirements & Qualifications

Young women with basic knowledge of JavaScript, Java, Node.js, and/or Express.js seeking to advance in Frontend & Backend development

Preferably a University Graduate or Final Year University Student

Age between 18 to 35 years

Rwandan Citizen (Refugees and Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply)

Available full-time for the entire 16-week program, including full-day learning, assignments, and practical sessions

Able to communicate in English at B2 Level (Written, Spoken, Reading, Listening/Comprehension)

Ready to join the workforce after the program

Professionals seeking to advance their careers by mastering industry-standard technologies like Java and Spring Boot

Individuals who are passionate about building secure, scalable, and high-performing backend systems

Program Benefits

Gain industry-standard-based skills

Monthly stipend

Laptop provided for the duration of the program (if you don't have one)

Lunch provided from the training center

Childcare provided for mothers in the program (children 6 months to 3 years)

Access to the training center anytime, including weekends, with free Internet

Join a network of Women in Tech and gain exposure to job opportunities

How to Enroll

Email: education.shecancode@igirerwanda.org

Phone: +250 788 473 533

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