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Decode Academy

Technical career coaching
for Canadian developers

Two paths to mastery: free AI development and systems architecture training when placed by Decode, or premium 1-on-1 coaching to fast-track your US tech career.

Curriculum

Tech Skills Curriculum for Canadian Developers

01

AI-Led Development

Integrate LLMs and generative AI tools into your coding workflow to 10x your productivity.

Prompt EngineeringCopilot Mastery
02

Advanced Systems

Architect scalable, distributed systems capable of handling millions of concurrent requests.

MicroservicesDatabase Design
03

Interview Mastery

Crack the code on behavioral and technical interviews at top-tier tech companies.

Mock SessionsNegotiation
04

Market Insights

Understand the business of software. Learn what drives hiring decisions and salary trends.

Salary DataIndustry Trends
Premium coaching

1-on-1 coaching to land top US tech roles

Generic courses can only take you so far. Our premium coaching pairs you directly with industry leaders for live video sessions tailored to your career goals and technical gaps.

Custom Curriculum

We audit your skills and build a roadmap just for you.

Mock Interview Simulations

Real-time feedback on coding and system design interviews.

Direct Expert Access

Get your questions answered by seniors from top tech firms.

Shawn Mayzes, Decode Talent Founder and CEO — software engineer and technical talent vetting expert specializing in nearshore hiring for US tech companies

Shawn M

Founder & CTO

Former Engineering Manager at Sycle (scaled team 10→42 devs, $78M acquisition). Built developer communities serving 50K+ engineers.

Architecture Leadership Technical Recruiting
Sean Mayzes, Decode Talent COO and Head of HR — CPHR specializing in strategic recruitment, cross-border hiring, and Canadian tech talent compensation

Sean M

COO & Head of HR/Talent

CPHR with 10+ years in strategic HR and recruitment. Expert in career transitions and compensation negotiation.

HR Strategy Recruitment Career Coaching
Pricing

Placement or Coaching: Two Paths to US Tech Career Growth

Placed Candidates

Perfect for candidates we place into partner companies.

Free

included with placement

  • Full access to Academy modules
  • AI & Systems onboarding focus
  • Community access
  • 1-on-1 coaching sessions
  • Job search strategy
Browse open roles

Independent Growth

For learners seeking rapid, personalized advancement.

Custom

per module or engagement

  • 1-on-1 video coaching sessions
  • Personalized syllabus & roadmap
  • Job search acceleration
  • Mock interviews & feedback
  • Full Academy access
Start coaching

Ready to Grow Your US Tech Career with Decode Academy?

Apply for Academy access or book a free consultation to get started.