Inside the collaboration between GitLab and The Last Mile

The Last Mile (TLM) is a nonprofit organization aiming to break the cycle of mass incarceration in the United States by offering technology education and career training to incarcerated individuals. In partnership with GitLab, TLM integrates tech industry-standard tools and mentorship into its programs, using GitLab's DevOps platform to train students in skills such as web development and source code management. This collaboration originated from discussions within GitLab about how to combat the school-to-prison pipeline and has resulted in initiatives like webinars, workshops, and technical recruiting sessions aimed at preparing participants for successful reentry into society and the workforce. Leveraging GitLab's technology, TLM provides incarcerated students with hands-on experience in coding and project management, while also offering continued access to their work post-release, thus helping them gain the skills and confidence needed to pursue careers in tech. Additionally, TLM uses GitLab for internal project management and operations, highlighting the platform's versatility in addressing various organizational needs.

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