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Bloom Institute of Technology

also invests · investor profileYC S17

Austin, US · Founded 2017 · 50 employees · Hiring · 4 known investors

BloomTech is an online coding and technology bootcamp that teaches in-demand skills to help students secure well-paying jobs. The school operates on an income-based tuition model and provides comprehensive job search support to its learners.

Also known as Lambda School · LambdaSchool

AI & Machine LearningEdTechFintechSaaSEducationUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S17)

Bloom Institute of Technology was founded in 2017 by Austen Allred and Ben Nelson.

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Investors · 4

The YC application· Summer 2017 batch

Competitors · 5

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Career Karma610 shared keywordsCareer Karma helps individuals explore and compare career training programs and matches them to education pathways based on their interests, financial needs, and learning preferences. It covers fields ranging from tech and AI to skilled trades and other careers.
Springboard562 shared keywordsSpringboard runs online, mentor-supported career training programs in fields such as cybersecurity, software engineering, UI/UX design, data analytics, data science, and machine learning, with upcoming certificate programs for allied health roles. Its part-time courses pair self-paced coursework with 1:1 industry mentors, career coaches, and student advisors to help learners transition into new careers.
Fullstack Academy489 shared keywordsFullstack Academy provides immersive online bootcamps and short courses in technology skills including full-stack development, data science, cybersecurity, and digital marketing for corporate teams and individual learners. The company serves Fortune 500 companies and professionals seeking to upskill or transition into tech roles.
Mimo359 shared keywordsMimo offers an interactive mobile app for learning software development through guided coding lessons and hands-on projects, serving beginners who want to pursue careers as web, full-stack, Python, or front-end developers. The platform combines written explanations with real-world coding exercises, project building, AI-assisted tutoring, and certificate programs.
Educative321 shared keywordsEducative offers online courses and learning paths in software development, machine learning, and technical interview preparation. The platform serves individuals seeking to develop in-demand technology skills.

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What does Bloom Institute of Technology do?
BloomTech is an online coding and technology bootcamp that teaches in-demand skills to help students secure well-paying jobs. The school operates on an income-based tuition model and provides comprehensive job search support to its learners.
Who founded Bloom Institute of Technology?
Bloom Institute of Technology was founded by Austen Allred, Ben Nelson in 2017.
Who are Bloom Institute of Technology's investors?
Bloom Institute of Technology's investors include Gelt VC, Manhattan West, Social Starts, Y Combinator.
Where is Bloom Institute of Technology headquartered?
Bloom Institute of Technology is headquartered in Austin, US.