At UAT in Tempe, AZ, Every Week is National Coding Week

Why National Coding Week Matters

Every September, National Coding Week shines a spotlight on the power of code—how it shapes the world, empowers creators, and opens doors to careers that didn’t even exist ten years ago.

But at University of Advancing Technology (UAT) in Tempe, Arizona, we don’t need a holiday to celebrate code. It’s the foundation of what we do, who we are, and how we prepare the next generation of tech innovators.

Why Learn to Code?

Learning to code isn’t just about becoming a programmer—it’s about unlocking the ability to build your own future.

At its core, coding is problem-solving in motion. Whether you’re:

• Writing a game engine from scratch

• Scripting bots to automate daily tasks

• Securing networks against cyber threats

• Building apps and tools that scale

…code is the universal toolset.

And it’s everywhere. From finance to healthcare, gaming to cybersecurity, entertainment to AI—every industry is being shaped by code.

Why Choose UAT?

Because we don’t do boring.

At UAT, students code from day one. Forget years of theory before your first project—you’ll dive straight into:

• Game builds in Unity and Unreal Engine

• AI model training and prompt engineering

• Cybersecurity labs and ethical hacking simulations

• App and web development you can actually publish

You’ll be surrounded by other students who want to be here—passionate about tech, gaming, AI, and building what’s next. Small class sizes mean your professors know your name, your projects, and your goals.

And because UAT is an all-STEM campus, you’re not competing with non-tech majors. Every student here is immersed in the tech world. You don’t just learn code—you live it.

What Happens During National Coding Week at UAT?

We’re not into pomp and circumstance—we’re into building, but National Coding Week is the perfect excuse to spotlight what’s already happening all over campus:

• Student-created projects on display in the Commons

• Pop-up sessions with faculty and alumni exploring new languages, APIs, and frameworks

• Late-night debugging marathons (yes, caffeine is usually involved)

• Collabs between first-years and advanced coders on prototypes, plugins, or app fixes

No dress code. No stage. Just passion, persistence, and the kind of creative chaos that happens when smart people chase great ideas.

Where Could You Go From Here?

Many UAT alumni have gone on to build careers in game development, cybersecurity, software engineering, and emerging tech fields. Some have launched startups, worked on recognized game titles, or joined teams at companies like Amazon, Lionbridge Games, Blizzard, and APS. Most started with a simple idea—and the drive to see where their code could take them.

FAQ

Q: What is National Coding Week?
A: A global event held every September to inspire people to learn coding and highlight its role in shaping modern careers.

Q: Do I need prior coding experience to study at UAT?
A: Nope. Beginners are welcome. We’ll place you at the right level and help you build real projects from semester one.

Q: What coding languages will I learn at UAT?
A: Expect to work with C++, C#, Python, JavaScript, plus frameworks for Unity, Unreal, AI, and cybersecurity tools.

Q: How soon will I work on real projects?
A: Immediately. You’ll touch projects and code repos from your very first semester.

Q: What makes UAT different from other universities?
A: Our all-tech, project-based model. You don’t just learn theory—you graduate with a portfolio of shipped, working projects.

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Don’t just celebrate National Coding Week. Live it—every day at UAT.