Coding for Veterans: From Military Service to Cybersecurity & Generative AI Careers
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In this Weekend episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David speaks with Jeff Musson, co-founder and executive director of Coding for Veterans, and Daniel Shang, a recent graduate of the program's cybersecurity stream who is enrolling in its new generative AI course. Daniel shares his path from an electrical engineering background and Canadian Army reservist service (2016–2023) into cybersecurity, describing how the program's online, guided curriculum helped him build foundational skills like Python, Linux, and ethical hacking. Jeff explains how Coding for Veterans launched in 2019, has served over 1,000 students, expanded from software development into cybersecurity and AI, and supports learners with instructors, Slack communities, and occasional in-person bootcamps. They discuss veteran transition challenges, funding options through Veterans Affairs Canada and other sources, employer engagement, mentoring, and the program's career impact.
00:00 Sponsor NordLayer
00:39 Meet Jeff and Daniel
01:31 Daniel Military Background
02:20 Choosing Cybersecurity Path
05:06 Online Learning Experience
07:27 Finding Direction in Cyber
09:07 Jeff and Program Origins
12:08 Veteran Success Stories
19:05 Student Support System
21:47 Daniel AI Next Steps
24:29 Advice for Veterans
28:20 Costs and Funding Options
30:27 How Employers Can Help
33:49 Scaling Challenges and Wins
37:05 Future Goals and Wrap Up
41:21 Sponsor Message NordLayer
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