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Date Published
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Erin Symons
Word count
1504
Language
English
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Summary

Josh Simpson, a computer science student at King’s College London, is actively contributing to the tech community through his involvement in hackathons and initiatives like the KCL Tech Society and HackCampus. Despite having only two years of intensive coding experience, Josh has been instrumental in teaching others to code and organizing events that foster learning and collaboration among developers. Hackathons, in particular, highlight the supportive nature of the tech community, offering environments where individuals can rapidly develop skills and share knowledge. HackCampus, which connects students with startups for internships, exemplifies this ethos by providing practical experience in real-world projects. The program has received positive feedback from participants who appreciate the opportunity to engage with meaningful work early in their careers, with ambitions to expand the initiative further.