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Yumio Saneyoshi
Founder at Penguin Coding School
Yumio Saneyoshi is the founder of Penguin Coding School, which he established in 2016 after a successful career spanning over 15 years in the tech industry, primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Williams College and both a Master's and a Ph.D. in Business Economics from Harvard University.12
Professional Background
Before founding Penguin Coding School, Yumio worked at several prominent tech companies, including Yahoo! and Google. He is notably recognized as the co-founder of Yahoo! Answers, one of the largest free Q&A platforms globally, which served millions of users.13 His experiences in the tech sector highlighted the transformative power of coding, leading him to advocate for coding education among young people.
Penguin Coding School
Penguin Coding School focuses on teaching coding to children aged 6-18, offering both in-person classes in cities like Boston and New York as well as online courses accessible worldwide. The school aims to instill a belief that "ANYONE CAN CODE," emphasizing coding as an essential skill for the future.23 Under Yumio's leadership, the school has grown significantly, now operating five locations and employing around 30 teachers.3
Philosophy and Impact
Yumio is passionate about making coding accessible to all, believing that understanding programming concepts is crucial even for those who do not wish to pursue programming as a career. His vision is to empower the next generation with skills that will be vital in an increasingly digital world.12
