What is 42 Prague? 

42 Prague is a peer-to-peer coding institute with a world-class curriculum empowering Central Europe's next leading generation of tech talent. Our educational model trains students to become qualified software engineers and design inclusive solutions for today's and tomorrow's challenges. Hundreds of programmers will be trained here free of charge in the following years as they prepare for new careers and professional roles. Based on peer-to-peer learning and gamification, the essential software programming languages will be taught practically, focusing on continuous learning and strengthening social skills. 

42 Prague is a member of 42 Network: created in Paris, brought to Prague by Škoda Auto, on a mission to make the Czech Republic a technological heart of Europe. 

No classes, no tuition, no limits!

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42 PRAGUE CAMPUS

42 Prague campus is located in the Kolbenova area in an emerging district of Prague. The campus is open 24/7 and equipped with modern hardware, making it accessible for students to study at their own pace at any convenient time. Our campus hosts various events and is the heart of the IT community in Prague.

OUR TEAM

Peter

CEO

With a long professional career in Human Resources, Peter Podprocky has expertise in areas such as social dialogue and labor law, HR Compliance, recruiting, operative HR care, and temporary employment coordination. He has managed a team of 3,500 temporary employees and has supported a board member on HR strategy and structure. Peter's international experience, flexibility, and excellent communication skills make him a great addition to any organization.

David

Marketing Lead

Numbers and graph enthusiast. He believes that we have in our hands the tools and the environment that will bring balance to the IT market. From a marketing perspective, his vision is to help companies to fill positions and people to have successful and meaningful careers. For PR cooperation: david@42prague.com

Jindřich

Non-Profit Development Lead

Jindřich brings proven experience in EU affairs, International Trade, and Business. His expertise in organizing events focused on Diplomacy and International Business aligns perfectly with his role as the lead of non-profit development at 42 Prague. His primary focus is securing state and EU funding for the institute, contributing to our growth and success.

Lucia

Partner Engagement Lead

An avid learner and world explorer. With experience in IT recruitment and studies of Business, she tries to get 42 Prague students the best internship opportunities possible. Fascinated by the IT industry and 42 learning model, she almost became a 42 Prague student instead.

Eudald

Pedago Lead

42 Paris student and specialists in IT and the pedago field. Thanks to his experience in Paris, he is a true asset to students and Pisciners.

Brian

Community Lead

Brian is an adept communicator with a strong commitment to serving and fostering connections with others to foster positive and inclusive communities. He boasts a proven track record in handling internationally-minded programs, overseeing accounts, managing projects, and coordinating events. He excels in independent problem-solving and organizational skills, firmly believing in the ongoing enhancement of processes and the power of collaboration as a means to achieve collective success.

Regina

Operations Lead

A big believer in multipotentiality. Keeps our campus running and executes all of the events. 42 values are her own - inclusivity, open culture, and always aiming at excellence. She is proud of both her healthcare and international artists’ management backgrounds, where she developed a passion for education and gained managerial skills.

David

IT Lead

Meet David, our IT maestro from Toledo, Spain, blending a love for coding, tech passion, and a Scorsese-inspired vision. With sharp problem-solving skills, DevOps finesse, and a thirst for constant learning, David is dedicated to maintaining effective IT tools and operations.

Oleksandra

Operations Assistant

Oleksandra is a dedicated and efficient operations assistant who plays a crucial role in the smooth running of the campus. She is a valuable member of the team and is always willing to lend a helping hand where needed.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

„I'M SO IMPRESSED BY THE INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO EDUCATION AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AT 42 PRAGUE, AND I AM EXCITED TO BE ABLE TO CONTRIBUTE MY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE TO THE ORGANIZATION. I BELIEVE THAT 42 PRAGUE HAS THE POTENTIAL TO MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF ITS STUDENTS AND I AM EAGER TO BE A PART OF THAT JOURNEY.“

Ing. Pavla Kavuloková ,
Pavla Kavuloková is an accomplished professional in the fields of education, personal development, and HR recruitment. With her expertise and experience, Pavla is sure to be a valuable asset to 42 Prague. Her skills in these areas will no doubt help to drive the success and growth of the organization in the future. She is the Chairwoman of the Board of Trustees of 42 Prague.

„GLOBALIZATION, AN INCREASE OF COMPLEXITY AND PACE, NEED FOR CONSTANTLY IMPROVING EFFICIENCIES ARE LEADING TO AN ENORMOUS INCREASE IN BOTH EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL DIGITALIZATION, WITH AN ACCELERATING TREND YEAR ON YEAR BASIS. 42 PRAGUE IS A GREAT IDEA TO SUPPORT THESE CHALLENGES/TRENDS.“

Tomáš Janata, MSc.,
Tomáš Janata is a financial and investment expert with over 13 years of experience in the field. He has spent much of his career working at ŠKODA AUTO, where he has gained a wealth of knowledge and expertise in finance and investment.

„AFFORDABLE AND ACCESSIBLE IT EDUCATION IS A WAY TO DEMOCRATIZE INNOVATION. EVERYONE WHO IS INTERESTED IN IT AND WANTS TO EXPAND THEIR KNOWLEDGE SHOULD HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO DO SO- AND 42 PRAGUE IS OPENING THAT DOOR.“

doc. Ing. RNDr. Barbora Bühnová Ph.D.,
Co-Founding Member Czechitas & Vice-dean of Masaryk University

„I VERY MUCH APPRECIATE THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE A PART OF 42 PRAGUE AND I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO WORKING TOGETHER WITH THE 42 PRAGUE TEAM. OUR COMMON GOAL IS TO ENABLE AND SUPPORT FURTHER DEVELOPMENT OF 42 PRAGUE ON ITS WAY OF SUCCESS, TO THE BENEFIT OF NOT ONLY THE INSTITUTE BUT ALSO OF ITS STUDENTS AND OF THE ENTIRE SOCIETY.“

JUDr. David Kavan
David Kavan is a lawyer with strong expertise and experience. He has served as a lawyer for ŠKODA AUTO for many years, and is currently the head of legal department at the company. In this role, he has been responsible for managing the legal affairs of ŠKODA AUTO and of the ŠKODA brand.

PARTNER WITH US

As in any good partnership, we are interested in finding ways to collaborate and grow. We are trailblazing new paths of education to find new types of talent and develop a unique, engaged problem-solving culture. If you have a technological vision of where you want to be and need hands on deck to build the future - 42 is a helpful partner. If you are looking for value-added coding skills, getting in touch with 42 students is a way to support this path. We seek ways to engage in partnership - presenting real-world problems and opportunities to students, collaborating on hardware projects, and conducting hackathons or coding workshops.

Would you like to become a partner of 42 Prague? Contact our CEO Peter at peter@42prague.com for more information.

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