Appian Announces #lowcode4all

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Appian (NASDAQ: APPN) launched the #lowcode4all initiative, aimed at providing free low-code education and certification to enhance career opportunities for aspiring developers. The program targets current and returning students, unemployed individuals, and military veterans, with Appian planning to award at least 1,000 scholarships this year. Participants will receive a comprehensive curriculum, a Low-Code Ready Badge for LinkedIn, and access to hiring recruiters. Appian also established a coalition with various partners to broaden the initiative's reach.

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• Launch of #lowcode4all initiative offering free low-code education and certification.
• Targeting a diverse group of participants, enhancing inclusivity in tech.
• Plans to award at least 1,000 scholarships, expanding access to low-code careers.
• Access to hiring recruiters through the #lowcode4all Hiring Partner network.

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Company develops free curriculum to train next generation talent and provide access to a low-code career;
Creates coalition to support and make long-term initiative a reality

MCLEAN, Va., April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Appian (NASDAQ: APPN) today announced #lowcode4all, a program focused on providing access to low-code education and certification to drive career advancement and opportunity for the next generation of low-code developers. The free program guides eligible participants through a clear path to learn low-code technology and complete their Appian Certified Associate Developer exam. Appian aims to issue at least 1,000 #lowcode4all scholarships this year.

By reducing the financial barriers, #lowcode4all democratizes access to a career in low-code. Initially, the #lowcode4all program is available to current undergraduate and graduate students, students who have paused their education, unemployed individuals and career-changers, and the military veteran population.

For the program, Appian created a new Low-Code Ready Badge, shareable on LinkedIn, that tells prospective employers that the candidate is trained in low-code and is ready to be a productive member of a team. After attaining the badge, program participants receive a voucher for the certification exam. After earning Appian Certified Associate Developer status, program participants have access to hiring recruiters through the #lowcode4all Hiring Partner network.

Appian CEO Matt Calkins said, "The global economy needs more developers. The ease of learning low-code enables people to shift careers, update skills, and improve their circumstances. Appian is committed to making low-code careers available for all."

#lowcode4all program participants are provided with:

• A complete low-code curriculum and education resources.
• A clear learning path to earn a Low-Code Ready Badge and to complete the Appian Certified Associate Developer exam for free.
• Access to hiring recruiters through the Appian Partner network.
• Job search skills support (resume help, interview tips, etc.).

According to Morgan Stanley, there is a 1.4 million shortage of professional software engineers in the US alone.¹ Low-code technology, one of the fastest growing industries today, will fill that gap because it allows virtually anyone to be a developer. Gartner predicts that by 2025, 70% of new applications developed by enterprises will use low-code or no-code technologies, up from less than 25% in 2020.

As part of #lowcode4all, Appian is also establishing the #lowcode4all coalition, which will include a diverse mix of non-profit, corporate, and academic institutions to help the program reach all eligible participants. Initial partners include train-to-hire firms SkillStorm, Revature, Ethnus, and Xebia.

Organizations interested in being #lowcode4all coalition partners can contact training@appian.com.

To apply to be a #lowcode4all participant, go to www.appian.com/lowcode4all.

About Appian

Appian is the unified platform for change. We accelerate customers' businesses by discovering, designing, and automating their most important processes. The Appian Low-Code Platform combines the key capabilities needed to get work done faster, Process Mining + Workflow + Automation, in a unified low-code platform. Appian is open, enterprise-grade and trusted by industry leaders. For more information, visit www.appian.com.

¹ Morgan Stanley, "What's New in the 'New Stack'? – Deep Diving Into the LowCode / No-Code Application Platform Market," 2021

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FAQ

What is the #lowcode4all initiative from Appian?

The #lowcode4all initiative by Appian provides free low-code education and certification to aspiring developers, aiming to democratize access to low-code careers.

Who can participate in the #lowcode4all program?

The program is open to current undergraduate and graduate students, those who have paused their education, unemployed individuals, career-changers, and military veterans.

How many scholarships does Appian plan to offer in 2022?

Appian plans to issue at least 1,000 #lowcode4all scholarships this year.

What benefits do participants receive from the program?

Participants receive a complete low-code curriculum, a Low-Code Ready Badge, free certification exam vouchers, and access to hiring recruiters.

What is the significance of low-code technology according to the press release?

Low-code technology addresses the current shortage of software engineers, with predictions that 70% of new applications will use low-code technologies by 2025.