About us
We’re Unlocking the Tech Skills Potential of Tomorrow’s Workforce
At Codio we harness computing education research and AI to create learning experiences that are better at developing job-ready skills.
Codio is where computing education research, AI, and learning experience creation collide to create “better learning:” more immersive and engaging learning experiences proven to drive program metrics in a positive direction. Better completion rates. More time on task. Better grade attainment. Confident learners who emerge with job-ready skills.
Our Values
Guided by Purpose, Driven by Impact
Expertise 
With  Empathy
Our team has deep roots in computer science teaching, education research, AI, and software industry expertise. We combine these traits with deep empathy for and responsiveness to our client instructors, program leaders, and their students to make a real impact on learner outcomes.

Always Listening,
Always Accountable

We operate as a distributed team, but we move as one. Accountability isn’t just a policy—it’s a mindset. Whether for each other or our customers, we show up, listen, follow through, and never let things slip through the cracks.

Relentless in Pursuit

of Excellence

We are obsessed with delivering the best, first-in-class solutions for tech skills learning—pushing boundaries, continually improving every detail, and ensuring our products and services set the benchmark for the industry. 
Proactive, Customer-Driven
Responsive, flexible, and proactive, we adapt to challenges and focus on solutions rather than obstacles. If something can be improved, we’re already working on it. We don’t just listen to our customers—we anticipate their needs and act.
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“AI is accelerating the transformational potential of the EdTech sector, unlocking new opportunities for better learner experiences and the attainment of job-ready skills. We continue to be inspired by the myriad ways in which our clients are embracing these opportunities, and we’re excited to be in the vanguard of driving this change.”
Phillip Snalune
Founder & CEO, Codio
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The (People) Behind Codio
Our team is a blend of educators, technologists, and creative problem solvers, united by a passion for transforming tech skills learning.
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Phillip Stalune
CEO & Co-Founder
A lifelong technology enthusiast, Phillip is concerned with Codio creating an experience that users will find indispensable, believing that customer advocacy is the foundation for growth.
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Claire Percy
VP of Finance & Operations
With nearly 20 years experience across a variety of industries, Claire brings a wealth of financial and commercial expertise to assist in transforming business operations
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Enis Konuk
Chairman
Having successfully founded and scaled Quiklabs (now a Google company) Enis is passionate about the potential for Codio to make a significant impact in CS and STEM education.
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Joshua Ball
VP of Marketing
Leveraging targeted communications, branding strategy, and demand generation to drive business growth, Joshua brings Codio a unique blend of research acumen and editorial expertise.
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Maxim Kraev
Lead Software Engineer
Max is lead developer and architect. He can always find a workable solution. Max studied information security and cryptography and ensures Codio is a safe place for your code.
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Mohit Chandarana
Data Products & ML Research Scientist
Mohit is Codio's Data Science and AI specialist. From generating insightful learning analytics for CS Educators to prototyping novel product features and algorithms, he believes in bridging the gap between cutting-edge academic research and its application in the industry. When he's not on his laptop, you'll either find him cooking or at a live music venue; there's nothing in between!
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Chalece DeLaCoudray
Computer Science Curriculum Developer
Chalece lives at the intersection between Music and Computer Science.  Her background in Computational Musicology addresses musical research problems through computing. As a curriculum developer at Codio, her goal is to highlight the creativity of computing while designing content that meets students where they are. In her free time, you can find her playing music or trying new recipes in the kitchen.
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Patrick Ester
Computer Science Curriculum Developer
Patrick is a veteran teacher, with ten years of experience in the classroom. He worked to integrate computer-based activities into the curriculum and taught students how to code. He has also led workshops on physical computing. Patrick enjoys creative coding, reading, and baseball.
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Kendra Evans
Computer Science Curriculum Developer
With a decade of classroom experience across various subjects and grades, Kendra has dedicated herself to education. She collaborated with CISA to develop cybersecurity curriculum for K-12 teachers nationwide, seamlessly integrating it into everyday learning. Beyond education, Kendra and her husband share a passion for global travel and she finds solace in the pages of a good book.
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Anh Le
Computer Science Curriculum Developer
Anh's biggest passion is teaching. As a curriculum developer, his goal is to create and provide content to students in a manner that will help them grow as individual learners. When he's not developing content, Anh loves to choreograph and teach dance as his creative outlet.
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Kevin Noelsaint
Computer Science Curriculum Developer
Kevin is passionate about education and bettering people's lives through technology. He has spent the last 6 years participating in and helping coordinate different STEM mentorship programs. Outside of work, you can catch Kevin reading, writing, or trying something new!
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Evan Fingerman
Customer Success Manager
Evan brings over a decade of expertise in pioneering and refining AP Computer Science and Mathematics curriculums for high school students, bolstered by a strong engineering background. Passionate about integrating technology both within and beyond the classroom, he's committed to supporting educators in making quality coding education widely accessible. Off-duty, you can catch Evan jamming to live music, throwing pottery, gaming, adventuring through Colorado with his dog Gumbo, and evangelizing the art of the horror film genre.
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Sharon Jason
Customer Success Director
Sharon worked as a software developer for many years and also taught coding and robotics to elementary and middle school students. She enjoys helping instructors create the best experience for their students.
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Jairo Velásquez
Customer Success Manager
Born in the vibrant landscapes of Honduras, Jairo is a passionate software developer with a penchant for exploration. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for problem-solving, he crafts elegant digital solutions. When not immersed in code, Jairo traverses the globe, absorbing diverse cultures and drawing inspiration for their next project. His curiosity knows no bounds, both in the world of coding and the uncharted territories he ventures into. Jairo embodies the perfect blend of technical prowess and wanderlust, shaping a unique narrative in software development.
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Lola Valente
Customer Success Specialist
Lola is an experienced computer science educator with over seven years of experience in curriculum development, educational leadership, and student mentorship. She is passionate about making computer science education accessible to all students. When she's not working, Lola enjoys exploring new films and series and cherishes outdoor adventures with her family.
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Sergei Bronnikov
Software Engineer
Sergei joined the team at the beginning of his career as a programmer. He believes that he will make a good contribution to the development of the product. In his spare time, Sergei likes playing board games and cycling.
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Alexandr Chetporov
Software Engineer
Alex enjoys creating new tools and solving complex and interesting problems.
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Vasiliy Levykin
Software Engineer
When a tricky problem needs to be solved & simplified, Vasiliy is Codio's go-to guy. He likes to dive into the core of Codio, yet always listens to the needs of users. He enjoys writing elegant and easy to use code. Fascinated by foreign languages, Vasiliy spends his free time traveling & reading.
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Mikhail Loginov
Software Engineer
Mikhail joined the team as a client-side developer. Coding from a young age, he enjoys creating something new & solving complex problems. He says, “programming is not just a job for me, it’s my passion.” His professional interests are 3D graphics, Flash, web & mobile. In his spare time, he plays basketball & volleyball & rides a motorbike.
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Konstantin Makarov
QA Specialist
Konstantin loves beauty & simplicity, and his QA work ensures Codio is kept as simple and easy to use as possible. "It critical that users can gain new knowledge & acquire skills easily & comfortably". In his spare time, Konstantin enjoys self-learning & creates beautiful things through photography & dance.
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Andrey Nikitin
Software Engineer
Andrey's a problem-solver. The more complicated the better. He loves seeing results & having fun with the process. He says, “as life goes on there are always new ideas emerging & with them new opportunities to achieve.” When he’s not developing software, Andrey can be found skating, doing aikido, and listening to good music.
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Veronika Schiraya
QA Lead
As a leader of the QA team, Veronika wants to guarantee platform stability to minimize customers' troubles. She is addicted to finding issues and taking her first steps in UX design. In her spare time, she enjoys teaching teenage kids to code, playing board games and swimming.
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Dmitrii Suchkov
Software Engineer
It's hard to find a Codio subsystem that has not been fixed or improved by Dmitri. He makes sure all our services are up & running smoothly. He enjoys writing powerful yet simple code that delivers for our users. Dmitrii is also interested in information security, loves meeting interesting people, reading & traveling by bicycle.
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Natalia Vakhraneva
QA Specialist
Natalia has been working in education for over a decade. She moved smoothly from QA in higher education to QA in Codio. Her goal is to provide Codio users with positive and valuable experiences. Apart from work, Natalia is keen on traveling, dancing, reading, and playing board games.
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Igor Yashtykov
QA Specialist
As an all-around bug fixer and QA supremo, Igor monitors & checks that everything is working perfectly for Codio users with a keen eye on the quality of experience and user happiness. When he gets some downtime, Igor enjoys swimming, traveling, reading books & watching live sport.
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Aleksandr Lashkov
Product Marketing Lead
Aleksandr, known as Alex, boasts a robust background in product marketing, with significant achievements in user acquisition and digital strategy. He specializes in AI, customer interviews, content marketing, affiliate programs, and innovative review campaigns, making brands shine online. Beyond the office, Alex enjoys exploring the latest in digital trends, boxing, and indulging in gourmet cooking.
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Maura Lyons
Marketing Associate
Maura's background is in writing and psychology, having conducted research on vaping motivators in undergraduate students. She is passionate about the power of education and the importance of ensuring it is accessible to students of varying backgrounds. When she's not working, she's probably reading or checking out too many books at the library.
Codio in Numbers
Our journey in transforming tech education is backed by impactful growth and global reach.
500+
Organizations helped
500,000+
Learners empowered
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