Reintroducing kood/Cast: Shaping the Future of Tech Education

10.01.2025

The world of coding is evolving, and so is our podcast! kood/Cast is back, better than ever, with stories and insights from the people who make kood/Jõhvi a beacon of innovative education.

Spotlight on our guests

  • Lauri Haav, CEO of //kood, delves into the school’s mission, its rapid growth, and its impact on Estonia’s IT sector and beyond.
  • Dav Hojt, Head of Software Curriculum, shares how industry shapes the curriculum and how students are prepared for a tech-driven future, including the role of AI.
  • Graduates Siimon Härm and Mihkel Gering take us down memory lane, revisiting their Selection Sprint, personal growth, and how their time at kood/Jõhvi launched their careers.
  • Natalia Jürves, Chief Product Owner Customer Data at Swedbank, discusses the partnership with kood/Jõhvi, her vision for IT education, and attracting women to tech.

Key takeaways from the episode

  1. Learn how kood/Jõhvi’s peer-to-peer learning model empowers students from diverse backgrounds.
  2. Discover how Dav Hojt and his team create a dynamic and industry-relevant learning experience, with a focus on adaptability and problem-solving.
  3. Hear how kood/Jõhvi alumni are excelling in roles at leading tech companies like Pipedrive and beyond.
  4. Explore Swedbank’s collaboration with kood/Jõhvi to prepare job-ready graduates.

Why Tune In?

Whether you’re considering a career in tech, a student, or a tech enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights on education, innovation, and the future of coding.


🎙️ Listen to the full episode on Spotify and YouTube.

If you have any ideas, suggestions, or comments about the podcast, please let us know at: koodcast@kood.tech


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