Learn to Code.
Build Your Dream.

We teach high school students and professionals how to achieve results through coding. Move past tutorials and hype and learn from a seasoned developer.

Jason teaching coding in a classroom.

Services

Private Tutoring

We use a goal-based approach to coding. In our private sessions we teach you what you need to achieve your personal coding goals. We've helped students with everything from data analyst career progressions to college readiness

Career Track

Our Career Track is designed for working professionals looking to advance in their career using coding. Learn how to make your own AI and data science projects. You can expect to apply what we learn on the job within weeks, not years.

College Track

Our College Track is designed for high school students who want to get a head start on their coding journey. Move past the hype and learn how to use AI and programming to build a standout portfolio for college applications. We focus on Python to start, with an optional Javascript web development track.

From the Founder

Jason Hwang

Hi, I'm Jason.

Aspire Coding Academy is a Coding Academy in Houston, Texas. I founded ACA to provide quality, approachable programming education that combines market-relevant skills with a timeless curriculum.

Industry Expertise

Prior to ACA, I was a software engineer at two top tech companies, Two Sigma and Appian.

Teaching Expertise

I am a Rice CS graduate, and was head TA for multiple programming courses.

Focused Curriculum

After a decade of coding and teaching experience, I have crafted a curriculum that emphasizes real-world instruction from the very beginning, placing a strong emphasis on practical value rather than mere rote learning.

Using AI at Work

Using AI at Work

You've seen enough AI headlines, you've even got your own set of LLM accounts that you make use of. But you're not sure how to actually make this a useful part of your professional life. This is a software engineer's recommendation on how to begin.

Flask Demo

Flask Demo

We recently built a PDF parser using Flask—you'll be surprised by how simple the process was. In this post, we walk you through our intro project build process,invoice-parser.

Websites in Python

Websites in Python

Want to build websites using Python? Didn't know that was possible? In this blog, we explore your options—and share the tool of choice we use at Aspire Coding Academy, Flask.

Tutoring FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good age to learn coding?

We've taught children as young as 8 and adults in established senior professional roles. They were both wonderful experiences, although only one had snacks involved. As long as you have a goal in mind, we can tailor the learning experience to suit your needs.

How long will it take to learn to code?

Most students see significant progress within a handful of sessions. We consider 6 months the average time needed for a student to be able to code on their own. Beyond that, we provide timeline estimates based on goals.

What are the prerequisites for learning to code?

If you have basic typing and math skills, you are ready to start.

What makes your services different?

We differentiate from online coding bootcamps and tutorials by providing personalized, one-on-one instruction tailored to each student's goals. Coding is like sports - having a good coach is essential for proper technique and timely results. Plus, we're real people, not AI bots.

How much do your services cost?

Because we work on a private tutoring basis, pricing varies based on the student needs and goals. You can receive a quote after our consultation.

Refund and Commitment Policy?

Cancel or reschedule 24 hours or more in advance for a full refund, no refunds otherwise. After the consultation, if we are a good fit, we present a multi-month plan. Commitment is expected from your side to meet your goals. But we let the quality of our service speak for itself, and if you are not satisfied you are free to cancel. No lock-in periods.

6 Months
Average Time to Goal
100%
Student Satisfaction
10+
Years of Teaching

Learn to code, build your dream

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