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Tynker
A new computing platform designed to teach children programming skills and computational thinking in a fun, intuitive and imaginative way
About Tynker
Tynker is a leading educational technology company that specializes in teaching computer programming to children, primarily targeting 4th through 8th graders. The company operates in the EdTech market, providing self-paced online courses, school curriculums, and coding camps. Tynker's business model includes subscription plans for home users and licensing agreements with educational institutions. Revenue is generated through these subscriptions and licenses, as well as through partnerships and professional development services for educators. The platform is designed to make coding fun and accessible, using visual programming languages that simplify the learning process for young students. Tynker has a significant global reach, with over 60 million kids using the platform and more than 14 million apps created by its users. The company also supports educators with resources like the Hour of Code, STEM projects, and Common Core-aligned courses. Tynker's mission is to empower the next generation with the skills needed for the digital age, fostering creativity and problem-solving abilities through coding.
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- Founded
- 2012
- Headquarters
- Mountain View, United States
- Sector
- Edtech
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Seed1 investor entered at this stage
SuRo Capital
Series A8 investors entered at this stage
500 Global
NEA
Cervin Ventures
XG Ventures
GSV
Felicis
NewSchools Venture Fund
Deborah Quazzo
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