Disrupting Talent: The Emergence of Coding Bootcamps and the Future of Digital Skills

Current technological trends are reshaping the educational services toward the delivery of an improved blend of vocational training and general education--deemed essential for continuous upskilling--in digital economies. The lessons learned by coding bootcamps, acting as skills accelerators, can potentially be shared in traditional education and training settings. The development of a digital talent pipeline for upskilling and reskilling is critical in modern economies; however, to carry it out effectively will require an in-depth understanding on the part of public and private leaders, alike, of the technological potential and talent gaps that are specific to different industries, countries, and regions.