Programmify Internship Program (PIP) | Learn to Build. Build what Matters.

Build Smarter. Ship Faster

From day one you will work with cutting edge AI tools and open source technologies that help you turn ideas into real products quickly and confidently.

AI-native stack

Prototype with LLMs, automate workflows, and deploy faster.

The Problem

Millions of developers know syntax

But they're stuck. No team experience. No public work. No visibility. No confidence. No bridge to the next level.

So they stall or disappear

Without real-world experience and portfolio projects, talented developers remain invisible to opportunities.

The Shift

Programmify exists to break that cycle. We don't run courses. We build builders.

Real squads, real problems

Ship together. Join a small squad and work like a real product team. Plan, build, review, and demo.

Weekly builds with scoped outcomes
Pair programming and code reviews
Local problem statements with real users

24-hour solo sprint

One idea. 24 hours. You’ll design, build, deploy, and pitch. It’s intense and unforgettable.

Self-scoped MVP with a public demo
Live deploy + write-up
Mentor feedback and iteration

What Makes It Different

You won't just build

You’ll learn to narrate your work. Devlogs, demos, and concise write-ups make your progress visible and memorable.

Short devlogs and weekly demos
Clear readme docs and screenshots
Public posts that build reputation

This isn't theory

You’ll ship to real users. The outcome is proof. Graduate with live links, working apps, and a track record of momentum.

Live links over slides
Measurable outcomes and adoption
Proof you can execute under deadlines

PIP4: The Fourth Evolution

Every version makes us sharper. Our journey from pilot to powerhouse.

PIP1 The Pilot

Our first experiment: 12 weeks, 9 developers, raw but real. We learned what works and what doesn't.

12 weeks 9 devs Pilot phase

PIP2 Structure & Squads

Brought structure: squads, themed builds, sharper tooling. We started to see real patterns emerge.

Squads Themed builds Better tooling

PIP3 The Breakout

2024 was our breakout year: 90-day deep dive. 5 specialist tracks (frontend, backend, mobile, product design, blockchain). Every intern completed 5 solo builds and 5 team projects, including a final MVP solving real problems. It was intense. It worked.

90-day deep dive Public challenges Global attention

PIP4 The Evolution

This is the real thing. 60 days. Real teams. All technical skills are welcomed. Problems that matter. Real tools. Local or global. Weekly demos. Final pitch day. A public Hall of Fame.

60 days Real teams Weekly demos Hall of Fame

200+

Working projects shipped

80%

Retention rate

Global

Recognition from dev communities

What You'll Get

5 production-grade projects

Work in real squads to scope, build, review, and ship five working products. You’ll practice planning, Git workflows, code reviews, and demo culture.

Weekly sprints with clear deliverables
Squad stand-ups and async collaboration
Public demos and shipped readme docs

1 solo product, end-to-end

In the final week, you’ll build and launch a solo product in 24 hours from idea to live link. It’s pressure, focus, and proof you can ship.

Self-scoped MVP with a clear outcome
Live deploy + public post-mortem
Feedback loop with mentors

Technical mentorship

Hands-on guidance from engineers and designers who’ve shipped. We review code, unblock you, and help you move from “learning” to “building.”

Code reviews and architecture feedback
Design critique and UX recommendations
Career direction and growth advice

Real bootstrapping tools

Use the same tools modern teams use to ship quickly and learn faster from hosting to automation to product analytics.

Git & GitHub React Vercel Supabase AI APIs Polar.sh Resend Open Source Tools

Portfolio-ready outcomes

Every build ships with a live link, a concise case study, and screenshots ready for your portfolio, job applications, or investor emails.

Community & momentum

Build with people who care about shipping. Stay accountable, learn in public, and keep your momentum long after PIP ends.

Who It's For

You've finished the tutorials. You've followed the bootcamps. But you're still asking: What should I build?

This is for you.

If you want team experience

Learn to work in real development teams and understand collaborative workflows.

If you want to build things that matter

Create solutions for real local problems that have actual impact.

If you want your work to be seen

Get visibility for your projects and build a portfolio that stands out.

Program Details

Start

22 September 2025

Duration

60 days

Final Week

24-hour solo sprint

Mode

Remote and async-first

Team size

3–5 builders per squad

Format

Weekly builds, public sharing, final pitch

Read from our past interns yourself

A rolling wall of real posts. We feature public updates from graduates building in public.

This Is More Than Code

Africa's builders are rising. AI has lowered the barrier to global creation. But tutorials alone won't close the gap. Programmify isn't just about skills. It's about momentum, community, and becoming undeniable.

You've Learned Enough. Now it's time to ship.

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