# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Girls Who Code Des Moines Summer Camp - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 12 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: New to coding or experienced — join us in community and learning more about women in tech!About this EventGirls Who Code (GWC) Des Moines is a program for students in grades six to twelve to build coding skills and community while learning about women in tech. A nationally recognized movement, GWC clubs are a sisterhood of supportive peers and role models using computer science to change the world. Local female technology professionals serve as mentors, working with students at camp and during monthly club meetups throughout the year.The Girls Who Code Des Moines 2026 Summer Camp will take place on Wednesday, August 12 and Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 9am to 4pm each day at ITA Group.No coding experience is necessary to participate. This year's camp is built around artificial intelligence, robotics, and real-world tech careers — with hands-on sessions designed for all skill levels. Highlights include:AI Prompt Engineering — Learn how to communicate with AI tools to get powerful results, no coding requiredAI Safety & Red Teaming — Think critically about AI output and learn responsible AI practicesHands-On Robotics — Program Finch robots alongside experienced facilitatorsApplied AI in the Real World — Hear from industry professionals about what AI careers look like todayInspiring speakers including a 13-year-old published author, IT leadership veterans, and women working at the cutting edge of technologyLunch is provided both days.Requirements:Students in grades six to twelveA Girls Who Code club account (see below)Commitment to attending both daysAs a free camp with limited seats, Tech Journey gives priority to students who can commit to full attendance. Please do not register a student who cannot participate each day.Contact info@techjourney.org or mackenzie@shiftdsm.com with questions.Special thanks to ITA Group for supporting our Girls Who Code camp. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/2026-girls-who-code-des-moines-summer-camp/100001989850086173 - **Event Categories**: summer-camps, it, kids, meetups, art, literary-art, artificial-intelligence, science-fair - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours - Location: ITA Group Inc - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: West Des Moines - **state**: IA - **country**: United States - **location**: ITA Group Inc - **lat**: 41.5885961 - **long**: -93.8039163 - **full address**: ITA Group Inc, 7000 Vista Drive, West Des Moines, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Girls Who Code Des Moines Summer Camp - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/23de07f28ea85c09614966982c51fd147beb06ba08fc5b917de963919aac3282-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfdfefe-gmir.jpg?v=1779510665 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Girls Who Code Des Moines Summer Camp being held? - **A:** 2026 Girls Who Code Des Moines Summer Camp takes place on Wed, 12 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at ITA Group Inc, 7000 Vista Drive, West Des Moines, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Girls Who Code Des Moines Summer Camp? - **A:** 2026 Girls Who Code Des Moines Summer Camp is organized by Tech Journey, Inc.. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Girls Who Code Des Moines Summer Camp is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in West Des Moines, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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