CodeSignal, a leading technical assessment company, has launched a new learning platform called CodeSignal Learn. This platform is designed for individuals who want to expand their knowledge of technical subjects and features an AI-powered bot called Cosmo to assist users in their learning process.
At launch, CodeSignal Learn offers hundreds of courses covering various topics such as programming, specific programming languages, data analytics, and machine learning. The company plans to expand into non-technical areas in the future, including management skills development.
To access CodeSignal Learn, users need to join a waitlist. Once admitted, they are prompted by the Cosmo bot to specify their learning goals and skill level, which is then used to create a personalized course path.
The learning platform operates on two tiers and adopts a gamified approach to monetization. Free users have access to self-paced lessons but lose an energy bar when they ask a question or request code evaluation from the Cosmo bot. Each free user starts with five energy bars, with one bar recharging every four hours. Alternatively, users can subscribe to a paid plan at $24.99 per month for unlimited energy.
CodeSignal Learn offers a variety of learning formats, including text-based lessons, slideshows, and video-style presentations. The platform emphasizes practice-first learning, with courses developed in collaboration with subject matter experts. CodeSignal aims to have 90% of the course content involve hands-on work with an Integrated Development Environment (IDE).
The origins of CodeSignal trace back to its founding in 2014 as CodeFight, a competitive coding platform. However, the company shifted its focus to technical assessment and rebranded as CodeSignal in 2018. Now, with the launch of CodeSignal Learn, the company is returning to its educational roots while keeping its assessment capabilities intact.
According to CodeSignal CEO Tigran Sloyan, the goal of the company is to identify talented individuals and nurture their skills for the future. Sloyan believes that the timing is ideal for the educational product, thanks to advancements in AI technology. While other companies compete in the technical assessment and skill-building market, CodeSignal distinguishes itself through its practice-oriented approach and the Cosmo AI bot, which simulates the experience of having a private tutor.
In addition to CodeSignal Learn, the company is also introducing CodeSignal for teams and beta testing an enterprise product tailored to larger organizations. Sloyan expects the learning product to contribute 50% of the company’s revenue within the next two years.
CodeSignal raised $50 million in its series C funding round in 2021 and has accumulated a total of $87.5 million in funding. While not currently profitable, the company has no immediate plans for another fundraising round. With a current workforce of 200 employees, CodeSignal has continued to grow since its early days.
In conclusion, CodeSignal’s launch of CodeSignal Learn, a learning platform featuring AI-powered guidance from the Cosmo bot, marks a significant development in the company’s journey. With a focus on technical skill development and a practice-first approach to learning, CodeSignal aims to close the skill gap and provide individuals and organizations with the necessary tools for success in the evolving digital landscape.
