Free IT training for veterans

In civilian life, you are the one in charge of your life

In 2025, after 7.5 years of service in a signals unit, she was demobilised. She now works as a Manual QA Engineer at ILS, a British LegalTech company building the ProVision platform for legal and investment teams.

It feels strange that now you will have an ordinary civilian job

In 2021, she signed a contract with the army. She first served at headquarters, then transferred to the Air Assault Forces, where she spent a year as an FPV drone pilot. After her contract ended, she was demobilised. She now works as a QA engineer at the logistics company DifFreight.

From captivity to IT: a new start and a happier life

After captivity, I wanted to choose my own path. I'd dreamed of IT since I was a teenager, found Mate Academy, finished the program, and joined a tech company that supports Ukraine's defense.

From the military to QA: A soldier’s transition to IT

Intensive training kept me focused and helped take my mind off negative thoughts. It made adapting easier. If you’re a veteran considering this path — just go for it!

How a veteran became a Java developer

After my time in the army, I struggled with imposter syndrome. But over time, the training, my classmates, and my instructors made a huge difference — especially during the final group projects.

Finding a new path after service

I truly appreciate the support for veterans transitioning to civilian life. It gives you a chance to contribute to a new field and feel confident about the future.

From combat medic to Fullstack developer

In tech, everything depends on you — you build things your way, and they work as you write them. Training isn’t just about learning — it’s about problem-solving, just like in a real job.