|
2 | 2 | "general": [ |
3 | 3 | { |
4 | 4 | "question": "When was Operation Code founded?", |
5 | | - "answer": "The first line of code for the Operation Code site was pushed on August 21, 2014. Operation Code formally became a 501(c)3 nonprofit on May 4, 2016." |
| 5 | + "answer": |
| 6 | + "The first line of code for the Operation Code site was pushed on August 21, 2014. Operation Code formally became a 501(c)3 nonprofit on May 4, 2016." |
6 | 7 | }, |
7 | 8 | { |
8 | 9 | "question": "How was Operation Code founded?", |
9 | | - "answer": "Operation Code was founded in Portland, Oregon by ex-Army Captain David Molina, who took action and built operationcode.org to petition Congress to expand the New GI Bill to include code schools." |
| 10 | + "answer": |
| 11 | + "Operation Code was founded in Portland, Oregon by ex-Army Captain David Molina, who took action and built operationcode.org to petition Congress to expand the New GI Bill to include code schools." |
10 | 12 | }, |
11 | 13 | { |
12 | 14 | "question": "Is Operation Code a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization?", |
13 | | - "answer": "Yes. Operation Code was granted tax-exempt status by the Internal Revenue Service, functioning as a charity under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, effective 4 May 2016, with retroactive status to 15 June 2015. Donations to the organization are deductible as charitable contributions." |
| 15 | + "answer": |
| 16 | + "Yes. Operation Code was granted tax-exempt status by the Internal Revenue Service, functioning as a charity under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, effective 4 May 2016, with retroactive status to 15 June 2015. Donations to the organization are deductible as charitable contributions." |
14 | 17 | }, |
15 | 18 | { |
16 | 19 | "question": "Where is Operation Code based? Do you have a location near me?", |
17 | | - "answer": "Operation Code, much like software, is built from anywhere with an internet connection, and is not based in one location. While we're headquartered in Portland, the entire organization is decentralized, including the board of directors and the core team. This allows us to more effectively serve the entire military community, whether they're veterans or military spouses, whether they're OCONUS or in-country. We have chapters all over the nation. Use Slack or our <a href=\"https://community.operationcode.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">forums</a>, and join the closest town to you!" |
| 20 | + "answer": |
| 21 | + "Operation Code, much like software, is built from anywhere with an internet connection, and is not based in one location. While we're headquartered in Portland, the entire organization is decentralized, including the board of directors and the core team. This allows us to more effectively serve the entire military community, whether they're veterans or military spouses, whether they're OCONUS or in-country. We have chapters all over the nation. Use Slack chat and join the closest town to you!" |
18 | 22 | }, |
19 | 23 | { |
20 | 24 | "question": "Who does Operation Code serve?", |
21 | | - "answer": "Operation Code serves our nation's finest who've worn the uniform and their families who are interested in coding and software development. Our programs are offered at no cost to the military community, including veterans, transitioning servicemembers, and military spouses and families." |
| 25 | + "answer": |
| 26 | + "Operation Code serves our nation's finest who've worn the uniform and their families who are interested in coding and software development. Our programs are offered at no cost to the military community, including veterans, transitioning servicemembers, and military spouses and families." |
22 | 27 | }, |
23 | 28 | { |
24 | | - "question": "What do I need to start learning software development and how much is this going to cost?", |
25 | | - "answer": "First off, you will need access to a solid computer, a good browser (ex. Chrome), and a strong internet connection. It costs nothing to start learning to code and receive software mentorship through Operation Code, you just need a positive attitude, persistence and grit, and a thirst for new knowledge. We have over a dozen channels, from Ruby to JavaScript, iOS to Android, and from Free Code Camp to edX study groups." |
| 29 | + "question": |
| 30 | + "What do I need to start learning software development and how much is this going to cost?", |
| 31 | + "answer": |
| 32 | + "First off, you will need access to a solid computer, a good browser (ex. Chrome), and a strong internet connection. It costs nothing to start learning to code and receive software mentorship through Operation Code, you just need a positive attitude, persistence and grit, and a thirst for new knowledge. We have over a dozen channels, from Ruby to JavaScript, iOS to Android, and from Free Code Camp to edX study groups." |
26 | 33 | }, |
27 | 34 | { |
28 | 35 | "question": "What is available to start learning to code today?", |
29 | | - "answer": "Our friends at the New York City-based, The Flatiron School created <a href=\"https://learn.co/\">Learn.co</a>, an online platform to get introduced to web development and the popular web framework, Ruby on Rails. Request an invite <a href=\"https://learn.co/join/operation-code\">here</a> and then join the #learn-dot-co channel in our Slack, or post to our <a href=\"https://community.operationcode.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">forums</a> if you get stuck. Another resource is <a href=\"https://www.learnhowtoprogram.com/courses\">learnhowtoprogram.com</a>, a resource maintained by Epicodus." |
| 36 | + "answer": |
| 37 | + "Our friends at the New York City-based, The Flatiron School created <a href=\"https://learn.co/\">Learn.co</a>, an online platform to get introduced to web development and the popular web framework, Ruby on Rails. Request an invite <a href=\"https://learn.co/join/operation-code\">here</a> and then join the #learn-dot-co channel in our Slack. Another resource is <a href=\"https://www.learnhowtoprogram.com/courses\">learnhowtoprogram.com</a>, a resource maintained by Epicodus." |
30 | 38 | }, |
31 | 39 | { |
32 | 40 | "question": "What are the hours of operation for Operation Code?", |
33 | | - "answer": "Operation Code is different in that we don't have regular business office hours. The team can usually be found in our <a href='http://operation-code.slack.com'>Slack channel</a>, or on <a href='https://github.com/OperationCode/operationcode'>GitHub</a> fixing bugs and implementing new features. We can also be reached on the <a href=\"https://community.operationcode.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">forums</a>." |
| 41 | + "answer": |
| 42 | + "Operation Code is different in that we don't have regular business office hours. The team can usually be found in our <a href='http://operation-code.slack.com'>Slack channel</a>, or on <a href='https://github.com/OperationCode/operationcode'>GitHub</a> fixing bugs and implementing new features." |
34 | 43 | }, |
35 | 44 | { |
36 | 45 | "question": "How can I help, if I can't afford to donate to Operation Code?", |
37 | | - "answer": "In addition to requiring financial support, we also need <a href=\"http://op.co.de/volunteer\" target=\"_blank\">volunteers</a> and interns. The larger our community, the more we can spread the word about our work. Also, remember that every <a href=\"/donate\">donation</a>, no matter how modest, brings us closer to our goals." |
| 46 | + "answer": |
| 47 | + "In addition to requiring financial support, we also need <a href=\"http://op.co.de/volunteer\" target=\"_blank\">volunteers</a> and interns. The larger our community, the more we can spread the word about our work. Also, remember that every <a href=\"/donate\">donation</a>, no matter how modest, brings us closer to our goals." |
38 | 48 | }, |
39 | 49 | { |
40 | | - "question": "I would like to receive Operation Code updates and news. How can I receive these communications?", |
41 | | - "answer": "We primarily use <a href='https://twitter.com/operation_code'>Twitter</a> and <a href='http://facebook.com/operationcode.org'>Facebook</a> to put out updates and news since it's faster to put out info and respond. Given our chosen craft, we don't do regular emails as often." |
| 50 | + "question": |
| 51 | + "I would like to receive Operation Code updates and news. How can I receive these communications?", |
| 52 | + "answer": |
| 53 | + "We primarily use <a href='https://twitter.com/operation_code'>Twitter</a> and <a href='http://facebook.com/operationcode.org'>Facebook</a> to put out updates and news since it's faster to put out info and respond. Given our chosen craft, we don't do regular emails as often." |
42 | 54 | }, |
43 | 55 | { |
44 | 56 | "question": "My question isn't listed. How do I contact Operation Code?", |
45 | | - "answer": "If you have a question that isn't listed here on our FAQ or our <a href='https://medium.com/@operation_code'>blog</a>, write to <a href='mailto:[email protected]'>[email protected]</a> and we'll get back to you as soon as we can." |
| 57 | + "answer": |
| 58 | + "If you have a question that isn't listed here on our FAQ or our <a href='https://medium.com/@operation_code'>blog</a>, write to <a href='mailto:[email protected]'>[email protected]</a> and we'll get back to you as soon as we can." |
46 | 59 | } |
47 | 60 | ], |
48 | 61 | "donation": [ |
49 | 62 | { |
50 | 63 | "question": "What is the fastest way to make a donation?", |
51 | | - "answer": "The fastest way to make a donation is through our secured online form at <a href=\"/donate\">https://operationcode.org/donate</a>." |
| 64 | + "answer": |
| 65 | + "The fastest way to make a donation is through our secured online form at <a href=\"/donate\">https://operationcode.org/donate</a>." |
52 | 66 | }, |
53 | 67 | { |
54 | 68 | "question": "I would rather mail a check. To whom do I make it out and where do I send it?", |
55 | | - "answer": "It's less administrative work to accept online donations. Get in touch so we can assess your situation and contribution commitment." |
| 69 | + "answer": |
| 70 | + "It's less administrative work to accept online donations. Get in touch so we can assess your situation and contribution commitment." |
56 | 71 | }, |
57 | 72 | { |
58 | 73 | "question": "When will I receive a receipt for my contribution?", |
59 | | - "answer": "When you make a donation to Operation Code online, you will receive an receipt by email." |
| 74 | + "answer": |
| 75 | + "When you make a donation to Operation Code online, you will receive an receipt by email." |
60 | 76 | }, |
61 | 77 | { |
62 | 78 | "question": "What percentage of my donation goes directly to helping the military community?", |
63 | | - "answer": "Our goal is to direct 100 percent of online donations for programs and services, and keep administrative costs low while our annual fundraiser, grants and services fund operations." |
| 79 | + "answer": |
| 80 | + "Our goal is to direct 100 percent of online donations for programs and services, and keep administrative costs low while our annual fundraiser, grants and services fund operations." |
64 | 81 | }, |
65 | 82 | { |
66 | 83 | "question": "Can I donate items as gift in-kind?", |
67 | | - "answer": "As a program-based nonprofit organization, Operation Code welcomes in-kind donations to directly benefit the organization, transitioning military, citizen-soldiers, veterans and their families in learning to code and building software to change the world. Items that are needed, include (but not limited to): frequent flyer miles, Adobe Cloud, used or new MacBook Air's, and grant writers." |
| 84 | + "answer": |
| 85 | + "As a program-based nonprofit organization, Operation Code welcomes in-kind donations to directly benefit the organization, transitioning military, citizen-soldiers, veterans and their families in learning to code and building software to change the world. Items that are needed, include (but not limited to): frequent flyer miles, Adobe Cloud, used or new MacBook Air's, and grant writers." |
68 | 86 | }, |
69 | 87 | { |
70 | | - "question": "I'd like to donate my software conference pass to an Operation Code member. How do I do that?", |
71 | | - "answer": "Get in touch, and we'll make an announcement in our Slack, tweet and/or write a blog post, and find a veteran to take your spot. Even then, travel and lodging is often a barrier." |
| 88 | + "question": |
| 89 | + "I'd like to donate my software conference pass to an Operation Code member. How do I do that?", |
| 90 | + "answer": |
| 91 | + "Get in touch, and we'll make an announcement in our Slack, tweet and/or write a blog post, and find a veteran to take your spot. Even then, travel and lodging is often a barrier." |
72 | 92 | }, |
73 | 93 | { |
74 | 94 | "question": "Can I make donations to a particular veteran or their family learning to code?", |
75 | | - "answer": "<a href=\"mailto:[email protected]\">Please get in touch with us directly,</a> so we can ensure we find a good match." |
| 95 | + "answer": |
| 96 | + "<a href=\"mailto:[email protected]\">Please get in touch with us directly,</a> so we can ensure we find a good match." |
76 | 97 | }, |
77 | 98 | { |
78 | 99 | "question": "What is AmazonSmile and how can buying at Amazon help Operation Code?", |
79 | | - "answer": "When you visit <a href=\"https://smile.amazon.com/ch/47-4247572\">https://smile.amazon.com</a>, you continue to have the same shopping experience as the same and most products available on amazon.com but you help Operation Code realize it's mission. Once you’ve selected \"Operation Code\" everything else functions the same. Shop for your favorite products or the perfect gift. Most products are eligible on Amazon Smile, if not, you’ll be notified. You can checkout normally as well. No extra cost is passed onto you–Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to Operation Code! After you’ve successfully completed a purchase on AmazonSmile you can share the news with your friends on Facebook, Twitter or via email. This option appears on the confirmation page after your order is complete." |
| 100 | + "answer": |
| 101 | + "When you visit <a href=\"https://smile.amazon.com/ch/47-4247572\">https://smile.amazon.com</a>, you continue to have the same shopping experience as the same and most products available on amazon.com but you help Operation Code realize it's mission. Once you’ve selected \"Operation Code\" everything else functions the same. Shop for your favorite products or the perfect gift. Most products are eligible on Amazon Smile, if not, you’ll be notified. You can checkout normally as well. No extra cost is passed onto you–Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to Operation Code! After you’ve successfully completed a purchase on AmazonSmile you can share the news with your friends on Facebook, Twitter or via email. This option appears on the confirmation page after your order is complete." |
80 | 102 | } |
81 | 103 | ], |
82 | 104 | "volunteer": [ |
83 | 105 | { |
84 | 106 | "question": "How to Volunteer?", |
85 | | - "answer": "If you would like to become a volunteer, please apply <a href=\"http://op.co.de/volunteer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>." |
| 107 | + "answer": |
| 108 | + "If you would like to become a volunteer, please apply <a href=\"http://op.co.de/volunteer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>." |
86 | 109 | }, |
87 | 110 | { |
88 | 111 | "question": "What volunteer opportunities are there at Operation Code?", |
89 | | - "answer": "Currently, fundraising, community leaders, and grant writers are our current needs." |
| 112 | + "answer": |
| 113 | + "Currently, fundraising, community leaders, and grant writers are our current needs." |
90 | 114 | } |
91 | 115 | ] |
92 | 116 | } |
0 commit comments