# Fidgetech

> Fidgetech is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing rigorous virtual training in coding, design, and AI to prepare adults experiencing autism and the broader neurodivergent community for meaningful employment.

Founded in 2016 in Portland, Oregon, Fidgetech is a licensed private career school. Programs combine technical training, AI upskilling, and work preparation, with onsite employment support and neurodiversity training for employer partners.

## Pages

- [Home](/): Overview of Fidgetech programs and mission.
- [Why Fidgetech](/why-fidgetech): How the four-stage pathway works and who it serves.
- [Student Programs](/student-programs): Overview of Fidgetech Code, Design, and AI Upskilling.
- [Fidgetech Code](/code): Web and app development certificate program.
- [Fidgetech Design](/design): Multimedia and UX/UI design certificate program.
- [AI Upskilling](/ai-upskilling): 12-week live online program building real skills with AI.
- [Work Prep](/work-prep): Interpersonal skills, portfolio, and interview preparation.
- [Employer Programs](/employer-programs): Onsite employment support and neurodiversity training.
- [About](/about): Mission, founding story, and leadership.
- [Get Started](/get-started): Free intro workshops and next steps.
- [Apply](/apply): Application information for prospective students.
- [Apply Now](/apply-now): Begin a program application.
- [Requirements](/requirements): Eligibility and admissions requirements.
- [Enrollment Steps](/enrollment-steps): What to do after acceptance.
- [Start Dates](/start-dates): Upcoming cohort start dates.
- [AI Workshop](/workshops/ai): In-person AI workshop details.
- [AI Workshop for Neurodivergent Adults](/AI-workshop-for-neurodivergent-adults): Landing page for the next AI workshop.
- [Code Workshop](/workshops/code): Free intro coding workshop.
- [Design Workshop](/workshops/design): Free intro multimedia design workshop.
- [Donate](/donate): Support Fidgetech and lower student tuition.
- [Contact](/contact): Reach the Fidgetech team.
- [News](/news): Latest updates and announcements.
- [Catalog](/fidgetech-catalog): Official school catalog.
- [Progress Report Samples](/progressreportsamples): Example student progress documentation.
- [Privacy Policy](/privacy-policy): How Fidgetech handles personal information.

## Featured Articles

- [What Makes a Coding Bootcamp Neurodivergent-Friendly?](/news/neurodivergent-friendly-coding-bootcamp): What to look for in a coding bootcamp built for adults experiencing autism — class size, pacing, instructor training, and live instruction.
- [Why Design Is a Natural Fit for Neurodivergent Thinkers](/news/design-natural-fit-neurodivergent): How design careers reward pattern recognition, visual thinking, and deep focus, and what Fidgetech's Multimedia Certificate covers.

## Optional

- [Sitemap](/sitemap.xml): Machine-readable list of all public pages.