Technology is reshaping every industry, every career path, and nearly every aspect of how we live, work, create, and connect. The question is not whether today’s girls will inherit a technology-driven future. The question is whether they will have the opportunity, confidence, and skills to help lead it – and the enthusiasm and drive to want to lead it.
Today, Black Girls Code announced the launch of Season 5 of Code Along, its free, video-based coding academy designed to help girls ages 7 to 18 discover that gaming, music, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurship are more than hobbies or entertainment. They are entry points into the skills, mindsets, and opportunities that increasingly determine who gets to build the future. As emerging technologies redefine how we work, learn, and interact, building strong AI literacy alongside coding skills is essential to ensuring that girls of color are not merely adapting to the future, but actively shaping it.
“This is the season where our learners realize they don’t have to sit on the sidelines of innovation,” said Cristina Mancini, Chief Executive Officer of Black Girls Code. “Whether they are passionate about song creation, game development, or engineering, Code Along gives them the tools to explore and experiment with how technology aligns with their interests and discover that they belong in the future they are helping create. By building AI literacy alongside coding and creative skills, we are empowering girls to move from consumers of technology to confident creators, builders, and leaders.”
Premiering on YouTube on Saturday, June 13, Season 5 will deliver 13 episodes, released weekly, with step-by-step tutorials that deliver tangible skills – including foundational AI literacy – for building technology projects and introduce real-life STEM role models that provide inspiration around career opportunities in tech.
June 13 | GAMING & AI
In this gaming-focused series, viewers will explore the world of game development through hands-on coding projects and an exclusive look inside the gaming industry. They’ll learn how to create their own games using Python, Pygame, JavaScript, and Microsoft MakeCode by building fun titles like Falling Objects and Meteor Blaster. The series also features a behind-the-scenes tour of Riot Games, where viewers will discover the creativity, technology, and career opportunities behind some of the world’s most popular games. Perfect for aspiring game developers, coders, and gaming enthusiasts alike.
June 20 | CREATIVITY
In these creative and inspiring episodes, viewers will discover how coding, music, and movement can come together to unlock new opportunities in STEM. Through hands-on projects using TunePad, learners will code original drum tracks, add bass lines and melodies, and build complete musical compositions while exploring the connection between programming and music production. The series also highlights the non-profit STEM From Dance, showcasing how dance, engineering, mathematics, and technology can empower girls of color, foster creativity, and inspire the next generation of STEM leaders.
June 27 | AI FOUNDATIONS
In this engaging AI-focused series, viewers will explore the fundamentals of AI and discover how coding powers the intelligent technologies shaping our world. From understanding core AI concepts and the importance of diversity in technology to exploring practical AI tools for learning, productivity, and creativity, the series provides a strong foundation in AI literacy. Viewers will also take a deeper look at machine learning, neural networks, algorithms, and prompt engineering, gaining valuable insight into how modern AI systems learn, make predictions, and generate responses.
July 4 | BUSINESS & FINTECH
In this dynamic series, viewers will develop valuable digital, coding, and career-readiness skills through hands-on learning and inspiring real-world insights. Learners will design and build a professional website using Wix, explore the fundamentals of JavaScript to create interactive digital experiences, and gain a deeper understanding of technology and web development. The series concludes with an inspiring interview featuring Mellody Hobson of Ariel Investments, who shares her journey to becoming a leader in finance while offering valuable lessons on career success, leadership, and financial literacy.
Since its founding, Black Girls Code has worked to increase representation in technology by creating pathways for girls to develop in-demand skills, build confidence, and envision themselves as innovators capable of changing the world. Through programs like Code Along, the organization is helping ensure that the next generation of technology leaders reflects the creativity, ambition, and diversity of the communities they serve.
About Black Girls Code
Since 2011, Black Girls Code has been at the forefront of creating a more inclusive tech industry by inspiring, educating, and equipping young girls and women with the skills to lead and thrive in technology. Through culturally relevant programs for learners ages 7-18 and career acceleration initiatives for adults 18+, BGC is not just closing the opportunity gap—it’s shaping the future of tech by championing the next generation of innovators and leaders.
For more information and to access Code Along Season 5, visit https://www.wearebgc.org/.
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