Code Platoon Launches New AI & Cloud DevOps Program to Meet Evolving Tech Workforce Demands

Updated curriculum and program name reflect the growing importance of AI and Cloud Engineering in technology roles.

CHICAGO, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Code Platoon, a nonprofit coding bootcamp for Veterans, active duty Servicemembers, and military families, is proud to announce the launch of its newly revamped AI Cloud and DevOps Engineering program. This update reflects a growing demand in the tech industry for professionals trained at the intersection of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and DevOps engineering.

The first cohort under the new curriculum, AI Cloud and DevOps Delta Platoon, will run from October 13, 2025, to April 25, 2026. Applications are now open through August 17, 2025.

"AI and Cloud are no longer niche—they're foundational," said Rodrigo Levy, Executive Director and Founder of Code Platoon. "As employers rapidly adopt cloud-native infrastructure and AI tools, they're looking for professionals who can build, automate, and scale with those technologies in mind. This updated program equips our students with the exact skills."

Why AI and Cloud Now?

The tech industry has shifted. According to LinkedIn's 2025 Emerging Jobs Report, roles in AI and cloud engineering are among the fastest-growing in the U.S., with job listings in machine learning operations (MLOps), cloud automation, and AI deployment up more than 40% year over year. Employers are increasingly integrating AI tools, such as AWS Bedrock and Amazon SageMaker, into their workflows, and they need engineers who can keep pace with these developments.

That's where Code Platoon's new program comes in.

A Curriculum Designed for What's Next

The AI Cloud and DevOps curriculum offers students hands-on experience with today's most widely used tools:

• AI tools: Amazon SageMaker, Amazon Bedrock, AWS AI services, Bedrock Agents
  
  
• Cloud & DevOps: Terraform, Ansible, GitHub Actions, Docker
  
  
• Data: SQL/NoSQL databases, full-stack cloud architecture
  
  
• Certifications: AWS AI Practitioner Certification

Graduates will be ready to tackle complex, real-world problems, whether it's building automated cloud pipelines or deploying AI-powered applications.

Adam Cahan, Program Director at Code Platoon, emphasized the need to stay ahead of industry trends: "We're not just teaching students how to configure servers—we're teaching them how to build intelligent, scalable systems. The new curriculum blends DevOps with applied AI so that our grads can go into a team and immediately add value."

Bridging the Skills Gap for Veterans and Military Families

Code Platoon has long focused on career training that leads directly to employment, with 80% of graduates landing jobs in software development, DevOps, or related roles. This new curriculum deepens that mission by targeting some of the most sought-after skills in tech today.

Whether you're a tech professional looking to hire versatile engineers or a military Veteran or family member considering a future in cloud or AI, the AI Cloud and DevOps program offers a fast, effective path forward.

About Code Platoon
Code Platoon is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that transforms Veterans, active duty Servicemembers, and military families into professional software engineers through an immersive, hands-on educational process and dedicated career services support. We recognize the unique and diverse skill sets and experiences that Veterans and the military community bring to the tech industry and provide the hard and soft skills necessary for these individuals to transition into careers in tech.

Contact Information:
Jim Hennessey
(312) 767-7673
[email protected]
codeplatoon.org

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