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Welcome to Techpye

We’re not just another online school. We’re a movement.

About us

We Believe in Transforming the World Through Digital Skills

We provide an innovative and contemporary approach that addresses a world full of challenges and opportunities.

Techpye learners collaborating

Our story

We’re just getting started

In our very first cohort, we’ve already helped over 200 learners break into tech and kickstart their careers.

At Techpye, we’re on a mission to make tech education affordable, practical, and accessible for young Africans. We know the ambition is there; we’re just here to provide the opportunity.

We do this by ditching boring lectures for real-world projects, 1-on-1 mentorship, and actual industry experience. By the time you graduate, you won’t just have a certificate, you’ll have a stunning portfolio that proves exactly what you can do.

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We’re a distributed team

Our mentors are professionals thriving in their sectors all around the world.

World map with mentor locations

Toronto, Canada

London, UK

Paris, France

Lagos, Nigeria

From our team

Over 200 learners empowered across 20 states in Nigeria, partnerships with leading companies and tech communities. We are consciously making bolder steps

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Affiong Uno

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Techpye learners

Our Vision

We are a dedicated social enterprise committed to expanding educational access and creating a profound impact for millions of learners worldwide.

We envision an Africa where every youth can compete globally in technology and innovation.

Our Mission

To empower Nigerian youth with essential digital skills, paving the way for technological proficiency and innovation in the global arena.

We aim to make tech education accessible and practical for every young person eager to create, build, and innovate.

How We Do It

At Techpye, learning doesn’t stop at theory. We take every learner through a guided journey that blends practical experience, mentorship, and community support — ensuring that every graduate is ready to make real impact from day one.

01

Curriculum

Our curriculum goes beyond theory, focusing on practical, hands-on experience. Learners develop not only technical skills, but also the ability to effectively share their knowledge with others, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

02

Impact

By training youth leaders from diverse backgrounds, we empower them to become multipliers. They collaborate with us to extend our reach, educating more individuals within their own communities, creating a ripple effect of digital literacy.

03

Communities

We cultivate vibrant communities where hundreds of eager young learners support and inspire each other on their tech journeys. Our supportive environment provides the resources and encouragement they need to thrive and make a lasting impact.

04

Mentorship

Each learner is paired with an industry mentor; a designer, developer, or data expert actively shaping Africa’s tech ecosystem. Mentors review projects, provide real-time feedback, and help learners grow not just as students, but as professionals.

Our Promise

Whether you are launching a new career or scaling to the next level, Techpye is the only platform you need to learn, connect, and grow.

We measure success by your transformation, not our enrollment. We simplify your path to a high-impact tech career through three core pillars:

  • Hands-on Training from real-world tech professionals.
  • Portfolio-Ready Projects backed by personalized mentorship.
  • A Global Network of peers and dedicated career support.
Techpye mentors collaborating

Our Journey

In early 2024, a simple waitlist link began to circulate through WhatsApp groups, community hubs, and DMs. No ads. No influencers. Just word of mouth.

206 people had signed up, organically, from 20+ Nigerian states and even Botswana. This was Techpye’s first cohort, a diverse group of learners, 46% women.

— Olivia Rhye, Product Designer

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Our values

We’re an ambitious and smart team
with a shared mission

Our shared values keep us connected and guide us as one team.

Access for All

We believe opportunity belongs to everyone, not just those who can afford it. Techpye exists to break financial and geographic barriers, bringing quality tech education to learners in every community.

Learn by Doing

At Techpye, we teach through practice, because the best way to understand technology is to build with it. Our learners work on real projects, solve real problems, and build portfolios that prove their abilities long before graduation.

Mentorship that Matters

Behind every successful Techpye learner is a mentor who cared. Our mentors are real professionals; designers, analysts, founders who share experience, encouragement, and feedback that transforms learners to professionals.

Innovation with Purpose

Techpye empowers learners to think critically, design intentionally, and innovate responsibly. Our goal isn’t just to teach the latest tools, it’s to nurture creators who solve meaningful problems and drive Africa’s digital transformation.

Integrity in Every Action

We believe success means nothing without ethics. From teamwork to project delivery, honesty, accountability, and respect define how we learn, lead, and collaborate. Integrity is not just taught here, it’s lived.

Community & Growth

Techpye is more than a school, it’s a community. We celebrate collaboration over competition and believe that progress is a shared journey. Our alumni, mentors, and learners stay connected, creating a network of lifelong support, inspiration, and opportunities.

Where our mentors work

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Moniepoint
Wyyre
NFCC
Wave
Unnnivel
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Octave
Lulubuy

We make a difference!

Meet our team

Our philosophy is simple — hire a team of diverse, passionate people and foster a culture that empowers you to do you best work.

Olivia Rhye

Olivia Rhye

Founder & CEO

Former co-founder of Opendoor. Early staff at Spotify and Clearbit.

Phoenix Baker

Phoenix Baker

Engineering Manager

Lead engineering teams at Figma, Pitch, and Protocol Labs.

Lana Steiner

Lana Steiner

Product Manager

Former PM for Linear, Lambda School, and On Deck.

Demi Wilkinson

Demi Wilkinson

Frontend Developer

Former frontend dev for Linear, Coinbase, and Postscript.

Candice Wu

Candice Wu

Backend Developer

Lead backend dev at Clearbit. Former Clearbit and Loom.

Natali Craig

Natali Craig

Product Designer

Founding design team at Figma. Former Pleo, Stripe, and Tile.

Drew Cano

Drew Cano

UX Researcher

Lead user research for Slack. Contractor for Netflix and Udacity.

Orlando Diggs

Orlando Diggs

Customer Success

Lead CX at Wealthsimple. Former PagerDuty and Sqreen.

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