About the Event
Technical Requirements
Please be prepared to provide details about your development setup during registration.
Laptop: At least 8 GB RAM; 16 GB recommended
Operating system: Windows, macOS, or Linux
Development environment: Node.js 20 or later
Developer readiness: Ability to work with Git and the terminal
If you don't have Node.js installed yet, you can indicate this during registration and prepare your environment before the programme begins.
About Our Sponsor: Tether
The bootcamp is sponsored by Tether, a technology company known for USD₮ (USDT), its widely used stablecoin. Tether develops blockchain-based financial technology and also works across areas including AI infrastructure, peer-to-peer technology, and education.
Learn more about Tether: https://tether.io/
About GAIC
The Gauteng AI Community (GAIC) is building Africa's AI talent-to-startup pipeline through community, education, enterprise AI skills development, and venture creation. GAIC connects developers, founders, businesses, and AI enthusiasts to support practical learning and the growth of Africa's AI ecosystem.
Website: https://www.gaic.co.za/
Registration & Selection
Registration is intended to help us understand your technical experience, availability, and laptop specifications.
Please answer the application questions accurately. Applicants should be ready to demonstrate their commitment to the full programme and arrive prepared to build.
Important: This is an intensive, hands-on programme. Please register only if you can commit to the full two weeks.
Build. Experiment. Ship.
We look forward to bringing together the next generation of local AI builders.
Who Should Apply?
This bootcamp is intended for developers with existing programming experience. It is not an introductory programming course.
Ideal applicants should have:
Working knowledge of JavaScript or TypeScript
Familiarity with Git and command-line tools
An interest in building AI-powered applications
A laptop suitable for software development
The ability to commit to the full two-week intensive programme, including scheduled sessions and Demo Day