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Formation

Formation is a career accelerator founded by former software engineers from Meta and Nextdoor.

Funding reportedLast round: Series A

Professional training & coachingSan Francisco, United States

About Formation

Formation is a career accelerator founded by former software engineers from Meta and Nextdoor.

The company aims to bridge the software engineering skill gap for diverse and underrepresented candidates, helping them secure roles in top-tier technology companies. With a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Formation focuses on training engineers from various backgrounds and experience levels. Formation offers personalized services, including tailored technical interview preparation, a fellowship program for non-CS degree holders, and an adaptive learning platform that aligns training with market expectations. Their hands-on mentorship provides one-on-one guidance from experienced engineers, supporting candidates in skill development and career strategy. Formation's products include a monthly membership for unlimited access to resources, an interview prep guide, and a dedicated fellowship platform. The company is dedicated to creating a diverse engineering workforce and empowering individuals to achieve their career goals in the tech industry.

What company datasets say Formation raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all$5.0Min dollars
Rounds3
Last roundSeries A
Last round dateMar 2023
Investors listed6

On 2 portfolio pages

Investors who name them

Each firm lists Formation on its own website. That is the firm's claim, a weaker thing than a round we watched, but a named source.

The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

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Sector
Professional training & coaching
Industry code
NAICS 61131, 611430, SIC 8731, 8299
Region
California
Revenue
$31M a year, as listed
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