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Real careers start with real training
Edport simulates professional tech environments where students take on real roles, work through hands-on labs, and earn industry-aligned certifications — from Cybersecurity to Cloud, AI to DevOps.
The Edport Platform
Learn. Simulate. Certify.
Edport isn't a course library — it's a full company simulation. Students join as employees, get assigned roles, participate in standups, manage sprints, and collaborate across teams. It's the closest thing to a real tech job without the job.
- Company simulation with real org hierarchy
- Agile ceremonies: standups, sprint planning, retros
- 4-tier lab progression from Foundations to Capstone
- XP gamification system with 5 progression levels
- Peer-led trainer pipeline — students become mentors
8 Skill Domains
Train across the tech stack
Each domain maps to real job functions, industry tools, and professional certifications.
Cybersecurity
SIEM, threat analysis, incident response. Tools: Splunk, Wireshark, CrowdStrike.
Cloud Computing
Azure, AWS, GCP infrastructure and services. Aligned to AZ-104, AWS CCP.
AI / Machine Learning
Model training, NLP, computer vision. Tools: Python, TensorFlow, Google Colab.
DevOps
CI/CD pipelines, containerization, IaC. Tools: Terraform, Docker, GitHub Actions.
Software Development
Full-stack web and API development. Tools: React, Node.js, PostgreSQL, Git.
Graphic Design / UX
UI/UX design, brand systems, prototyping. Tools: Figma, Adobe Creative Suite.
Data Engineering
ETL pipelines, data modeling, analytics. Tools: SQL, Spark, dbt, Snowflake.
Networking / IT Infra
Network design, administration, troubleshooting. Aligned to CompTIA Network+.
The Journey
How Edport Works
A 24-week structured program that takes you from foundations to professional certification.
Enroll & Get Assigned
Choose your skill domain, get assigned a role (Cloud Engineer, SOC Analyst, etc.), and join your team inside the company simulation.
Foundation Labs
Weeks 1-4: Set up your environment, learn the fundamentals, and get comfortable with the tools of your trade.
Skill & Simulation Labs
Weeks 5-20: Deep skill-building with graded rubrics, cross-team incident simulations, Agile sprints, and real project work.
Capstone & Certification
Weeks 21-24: Design and build a capstone project, present to a review panel, and earn your Edport professional certificate.
Career Paths
Launch your tech career
Edport training programs prepare you for in-demand roles across the technology industry.
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Security Analyst / SOC Analyst
Monitor networks, investigate alerts, and operate within a Security Operations Center.
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Cloud Engineer
Design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure across Azure, AWS, and GCP.
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DevOps Engineer
Build CI/CD pipelines, manage containers, and automate infrastructure at scale.
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AI / ML Engineer
Train models, build NLP pipelines, and deploy machine learning solutions.
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Scrum Master / Team Lead
Lead Agile ceremonies, manage sprints, and coordinate cross-functional teams.
Certification
Earn recognized credentials
Four Edport certificate levels that map to industry certifications.
Foundations
Environment setup, tool fundamentals, basic workflows. Validates readiness to begin skill-specific training.
Professional
Deep skill-building with graded labs. Maps to CompTIA Security+, AWS Cloud Practitioner, AZ-104.
Specialist
Cross-team simulation labs, incident response, complex project delivery. Qualifies for trainer pipeline.
Capstone
Design, build, and present a capstone project to a review panel. Full professional certification.
Get Started
Ready to launch your career?
Book a free session to learn more about Edport and find the right program for you.
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Format
Online — available anywhere
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