The City of Baltimore has formed a digital alliance with iconic tech company Microsoft. It will bring a collection ofprograms for residents of Baltimore looking to learn the fundamentals of coding and robotics, as well as basic digital literacy. Online courses and resources will be offered through the Baltimore City Office of Information and Technology (BCIT).
“Digital skills are becoming increasingly important in our world, and expanding the resources available to our students, families, and employees to improve and build those skillsets is essential,” Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott said in a statement.
The programming includes an event called Digicamp, where students are introduced to IT careers and virtual technology workshops in STEM fields. One such session will be hosted by the Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks on Wednesday, March 31, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Those interested can register here.
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