Last year we did a coding series, Overbyte, for software developers looking to improve their skills and knowledge with Python, and it was very well-received! During workshops, we'd pick a small project, build a prototype and then repeatedly iterate on it using very unnecessary and advanced programming techniques.

Why do this, I hear you ask?

To have fun with our craft, of course ...and to LEARN! Overbyte is about seeing the development process as iterative, watching the code get better and better with each improvement, and honing your craft. We use this workshop to share ideas and to learn to be better builders of software. 

Python Software Foundation is a sponsor for this workshop series, and we thank them for their support. Without sponsors like PSF, we wouldn't be able to offer free, professional workshops to our community! 

The first events are in-person, but we'll continue doing the online versions of this workshop as well. Come downtown for a session, meet some cool people and learn how to become a better software developer! 

Latest Updates:

Beautiful people of Oakland! Today we start our Summer campaign: 500 Strong. We'll show you that the work we do at Programmers Guild only takes a village to make a HUGE impact! 

For the Guild, part of our mission is to show this city that what we do doesn't require a billion dollars and digital dreams. A LOT can be done by the first 500 supporters from our local community, with small or large contributions. The first 500 are special, and while it doesn't stop there we see it as a symbolic and impactful message: 

Online supporters now have a new way to be rewarded for your support through our Patreon! We're building it up for those in other cities to show their support for our mission. To learn more about this campaign, follow us on Instagram and visit the resources below. 

 As a non-profit, all contributions are tax free, extending the power of our village even more! Patrons receive all current swag, including our dope logo on a shirt, Smooth Operators game, and early access to our first digital project! Contributions larger than $100 should visit the workshop or contact us to receive a special invitation to our next event! 

We're partnering with West Oakland Public Library for Teen Tech Lab this Summer in June! For those aged 12+, we're creating a dynamic workshop where youth can explore the digital alchemy of coding! This event is free to the general public. 

Participants will learn how to build the most popular software ever: video games! And this isn't just coding, as we'll create 2D/3D art and digital music, all while learning how to combine them into an interactive gaming experience with code. 

You can register to participate by: 

Space is limited and participation is on a first come first serve basis so don't wait!