WeThinkCode_, a new peer-to-peer tech institution dedicated to eliminating the IT skills gap, is announcing its official launch in South Africa and three-year founding sponsorships with First National Bank (FNB), BBD and Derivco. WeThinkCode_ identifies and trains brilliant young minds to become world-class programmers in a peer-to-peer problem solving learning environment. In partnership with Ecole 42 in France (www.42.fr), WeThinkCode_ will open its first campus in January 2016 in Johannesburg. Tuition-free, the organisation partners with companies to sponsor the two-year course and ensure a sustainable business model. As Founding Sponsors; FNB, BBD and Derivco will provide financial support for the launch of the programme and will play a role in ensuring the curriculum stays relevant to the industry. Students will also be able to interact with sponsors through internship opportunities and projects throughout their coursework. The three founding sponsorships add to a number o...