About Treehouse

Our mission is to diversify the tech industry through accessible education, unlocking the door to opportunity, and empowering people to achieve their dreams.

About Treehouse

Treehouse was founded in 2011 with the purpose of making tech more accessible through affordable and engaging online tech education. Over the course of the following decade, we’ve taught over 1.2 million people how to code and design. Today, Treehouse is the educational platform of choice for thousands of students, schools, libraries, non-profits, and corporations around the globe. For a glimpse into the impact Treehouse is making in the classroom, check out this video highlighting the use of our platform within a high school computer science classroom:

Practical, Interactive Instruction

Interesting as it may be, you’re not going to find any course material covering programming self-driving cars, creating your own programming language, or building a Rubik’s Cube-solving robot. Instead, we focus exclusively on topics, languages, and technologies that are used within high-salary technology roles. Programmers with knowledge of JavaScript, Python, HTML, CSS, PHP, and Ruby are in extraordinarily high demand, and so that’s what we teach. We also focus on other critical parts of the web development stack, including design, user experience, databases, and product management.

Although Treehouse is best known for its award-winning video-based instruction, the ability to demonstrate what students have learned is made possible through quizzes, code challenges, and virtual workspaces.

Obsessive Support

Learning about technology can sometimes be intimidating, particularly when you don’t have an active support network you can turn to for questions and advice. The Treehouse success and support teams are here to fill this void, answering your questions via our community forum. Because the forum is well integrated into the course curriculum, your questions can be associated with a specific video, raising the likelihood of a detailed and applicable response.

Techdegree students are provided with even more intimate support via our dedicated Slack workspaces. You’ll interact directly with our team (even via direct messages if you’d like), and we’ll even jump on a Zoom call if you’re really stuck. Further, all of our student success representatives are themselves graduates of our Techdegree program, meaning you’ll receive an empathetic and knowledgeable response from somebody who has indeed walked a mile in your proverbial shoes. And because our success team is spread across multiple continents, chances are somebody will be online regardless of your schedule!

Administrative and account questions are handled by our world-class support team. A recent review of our support desk statistics shows an average response of less than 90 minutes for all customer inquiries!

Affordable Subscriptions

According to US News, the average cost of public, in-state college tuition in the United States is $10,338 annually. Out-of-state tuition is more than double that at $22,698. And this doesn’t even take into account food, health insurance, and living expenses.

By contrast, Treehouse Techdegree students can often complete their degree for less than $2,000, doing so on their own time and according to their schedule. Students seeking an even more affordable solution can subscribe to our $25/month Courses plan, gaining access to thousands of hours of valuable learning content.

You’re probably asking whether it’s possible to land a job in the tech industry after learning from Treehouse. The answer is definitively yes! But don’t take our word for it, let our students make the case through their own personal success stories.

Our Values

We believe that achieving equity, diversity, and inclusion requires doing constant work to learn, grow, and change. We have a long way to go, but we are dedicated to building a more equitable, diverse, & inclusive environment at Treehouse and in the larger tech industry.

Our Mission

Our mission is to diversify the tech industry through accessible education, unlocking the door to opportunity, and empowering people to achieve their dreams. Offering courses to individual learners, internal company teams, and third-party education providers, we help to bridge the gap between formal educational institutions and on-the-job requirements.

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THE TREEHOUSE TEAM

Our Awesome Crew

  • Rohald van Merode

    Rohald van Merode

    Student Success Specialist
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    Rohald van Merode

    Rohald van Merode

    Student Success Specialist
    Department: Student Success

    Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Bio

    Rohald van Merode is a Full Stack Web Developer with an interest for coding since he can remember. Having worked in retail for over 10 years, he decided to turn his interest for coding into a career. After finishing multiple Techdegrees, he is now happy to give back to the community and help others break into tech. Whenever he’s not working on a new React project he enjoys traveling, photography, and hanging out with friends and family.

    Fun facts

    Favorite thing about your job: Reading about a student landing their first tech job when I open up LinkedIn.
    Favorite food: Sushi
    Top bucket list item: Visiting Machu Picchu, Peru
    Favorite programming language: JavaScript

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  • Laura Coronel

    Laura Coronel

    Content Manager and Instructor
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    Laura Coronel

    Laura Coronel

    Content Manager and Instructor
    Department: Production

    California, USA

    Bio

    Laura Coronel’s first exposure to coding was during her junior year of her civil engineering degree. She was hooked! Flash forward three years: She wanted to take her coding to the next level, so she signed up for the Full Stack JavaScript TechDegree here at Treehouse. Laura is now excited to give back to the community that helped her feel confident enough to join the tech industry. When she's not creating online courses, she's crocheting. (She crocheted that Treehouse pillow behind her!)

    Fun facts

    Pets: I have four pets! Ruby (dog), Sokka (cat), Katara (cat), and Dragon (crested gecko).
    Where you grew up: Sleepy Hollow, NY. Our high school mascot was the headless horseman!
    First job: Cashier at a local grocery store
    Favorite thing about your job: Working with the Student Success team on improving content for the students!
    Most unusual place you’ve lived: I once moved from NYC to Ames, Iowa. Very different lifestyles!

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  • Alexis An

    Alexis An

    Software Developer
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    Alexis An

    Alexis An

    Software Developer
    Department: Engineering

    Tokyo, Japan

    Bio

    Alexis An has lived in Tokyo since 2019 where she attended a coding bootcamp and landed her first tech job. Before moving to Tokyo, she worked in bank compliance. In her free time, she likes to read, draw, watch baseball or go to jazz bars.

    Fun facts

    Pets: I have 12 cats back home in New York City.
    Coffee order: Black coffee
    Favorite books: Dune, 1Q84, The Gay Science, Letters from a Stoic

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  • Christian Wu

    Christian Wu

    Client Success Manager
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    Christian Wu

    Christian Wu

    Client Success Manager
    Department: Client Success

    New York, USA

    Bio

    Christian Wu has over a decade of experience as a high school mathematics educator, teacher mentor, and curriculum developer. He spent a few years program managing and writing onboarding curriculum for large web3 companies. Outside of work, he is fascinated by coffee and video games (MMOs). During times where he can unplug, Christian likes to travel.

    Fun facts

    Favorite TV show: Haikyuu!!
    Favorite hobby: Cooking
    Favorite genre of music: Vapor Soul
    Favorite drink: Black coffee
    Languages: Cantonese, Spanish, English, Mandarin (learning)

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  • Brian Jensen

    Brian Jensen

    Student Success Specialist
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    Brian Jensen

    Brian Jensen

    Student Success Specialist
    Department: Student Success

    Arizona, USA

    Bio

    Brian Jensen is a Full Stack Web Developer and tech enthusiast. He loves learning new development stacks and helping others break into the wondrous world of tech.

    Fun facts

    Favorite book: The Wheel of Time series
    Favorite TV show: Breaking Bad
    If you could have one superpower: Teleportation

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  • Yaroslav Mokhurenko

    Yaroslav Mokhurenko

    Software Developer
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    Yaroslav Mokhurenko

    Yaroslav Mokhurenko

    Software Developer
    Department: Engineering

    Cherkasy, Ukraine

    Bio

    Yaroslav Mokhurenko is a lifetime student who has been studying nonstop since the age of sixteen. Every diploma he has earned is related to the IT industry. His latest achievement is a Bachelor’s Diploma in Internet Applications and Web Development from Fanshawe College, Canada. Since graduation, he has finally settled in to become a part of the Treehouse team (and to learn even more).

    Fun facts

    Favorite food: Georgian national dish, Khachapuri
    Pets: A ferret named Bro and a parrot.
    Phobia: Subways give me a little anxiety.
    Favorite band: The Pretty Reckless
    Favorite music: Rock

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  • Dustin Usey

    Dustin Usey

    Developer Relations
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    Dustin Usey

    Dustin Usey

    Developer Relations
    Department: Marketing

    Louisiana, USA

    Bio

    Dustin Usey got started with programming in 2018 and instantly fell in love. As a Techdegree student, he learned everything he knows today (code-wise) from Treehouse! Now, as a Tech Evangelist at Treehouse, he gets to build projects to show how easy and fun development can be, and he’s excited to get to share his knowledge with the community.

    Fun facts

    Favorite hobby: Lifting/Fitness
    Where you grew up: South Louisiana
    Favorite music: Hardcore/metal
    Favorite food: Jambalaya or Gumbo
    Favorite movie: Harry Potter

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  • Kara Proulx

    Kara Proulx

    Customer Support Manager
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    Kara Proulx

    Kara Proulx

    Customer Support Manager
    Department: Customer Support

    Washington, USA

    Bio

    Kara Proulx has worked at Treehouse since 2015, first as a Support Rep and now as a Support Manager. Kara very much enjoys assisting customers with their questions and being part of their learning journey. She continues to be amazed to hear of students' success landing their dream jobs and changing their lives. When she’s not working, Kara enjoys spending time with her husband and their pup, Kodah, along with family and friends.

    Fun facts

    Favorite TV show: There are so many, but top of the list would be Friends.
    Favorite pizza toppings: It may be controversial, but pineapple, sometimes with Canadian bacon and green peppers.
    Favorite place: Disneyland! Yep, I’m a Disney Adult for sure.

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  • Fortune Zviregei

    Fortune Zviregei

    Software Developer
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    Fortune Zviregei

    Software Developer
    Department: Engineering

    Gdansk, Poland

    Bio

    Fortune Zviregei is a Software Developer based in Poland. He enjoys figuring out web development–related stuff. He’s also a hardcore F1 fan, so you might often find him sim racing or watching an F1 documentary.

    Fun facts

    Favorite movie line: “Murdock, I'm coming to get you.”
    Favorite thing about your job: I get to do some pretty cool software necromancy - lol.
    Favorite programming language: Almighty JavaScript
    Where you grew up: Zimbabwe

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  • Ron Drake

    Ron Drake

    Account Executive
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    Ron Drake

    Account Executive
    Department: Sales

    Rhode Island, USA

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    Ron Drake is a sales professional with over a decade of experience leading and contributing to top performing teams. His focus has always been on taking a consultative approach in order to fully understand and best serve his clients. When he’s not helping companies solve problems, he likes to spend time out in nature trying to exhaust his high energy dogs.

    Fun facts

    Favorite books: Flow My Tears, the Policeman Said
    Unusual talent: I’m a certified nuclear welder
    Pets: I have 3 dogs
    Favorite genre of music: Modern bluegrass

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  • Travis Alstrand

    Travis Alstrand

    Student Success Specialist
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    Travis Alstrand

    Travis Alstrand

    Student Success Specialist
    Department: Student Success

    California, USA

    Bio

    Travis Alstrand is a life-long learner who is dedicated to giving back to the very community that gave him his start in all things Web Development. On the side, he enjoys dabbling in Game Development, recording/mixing music and taking trips to the ocean.

    Fun facts

    Favorite book: Stephen King's It
    Favorite TV show or movie: Anything Star Wars, Stargate or horror.
    Favorite hobby: Recording and mixing music.
    Favorite genre of music: Metal

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  • Daniel Montgomery

    Daniel Montgomery

    Content Creator & Video Producer
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    Daniel Montgomery

    Daniel Montgomery

    Content Creator & Video Producer
    Department: Production

    Kentucky, USA

    Bio

    Daniel Montgomery, a UX designer and content creator from Louisville, KY, made a career shift from retail management to self-taught design and development. With certifications in Front-End Development and UX Design from Treehouse, he has freelanced for startups and Fortune 500 companies, crafting websites, voice apps, and chatbots. Beyond work, Daniel cherishes moments with his wife and three children, finding relaxation and new experiences. He’s also an enthusiastic gamer who occasionally livestreams his gaming adventures.

    Fun facts

    Favorite genre of music: Hip-Hop
    Favorite sports team: Miami Heat
    Pets: Pepper (poodle), Ghost (Chihuahua/Jack Russell mix), Vincent (German Shepherd), & Iverson (orange cat)
    Nickname: Batman

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  • Jenavieve Dance

    Jenavieve Dance

    Community Manager & Career Advisor
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    Jenavieve Dance

    Jenavieve Dance

    Community Manager & Career Advisor
    Department: Customer Success

    Tennessee, USA

    Bio

    Jenavieve Dance, is an aerialist, circus artist, career coach, and community manager. With expertise in community management and career guidance, she is dedicated to helping hard-working people launch successful careers.

    Fun facts

    First job: I ran away with a traveling circus at 16.
    Favorite book: The Fairytales of Herman Hesse
    Favorite genre of music: Soul
    If you could be any animal: Dolphin

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  • Jen Kline

    Jen Kline

    Administrative Assistant
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    Jen Kline

    Jen Kline

    Administrative Assistant
    Department: Operations

    Ohio, USA

    Bio

    Jen Kline is a detail-oriented design and marketing professional with over 21 years of experience. Throughout her career, she has worked in digital media, print, and created marketing campaigns and corporate branding strategies. Jen has served as Creative Director and Director of Marketing for various industries, and holds her real estate license. Outside of her professional life, she is passionate about golf, interior design, home remodeling and watching her kids play soccer and lacrosse.

    Fun facts

    Favorite movie genre: Horror
    Favorite genre of music: Hip-hop/Anything 80’s
    Favorite food: Pizza
    Pets: Walter (Mini Bernadoodle)

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  • Luke Marshall

    Luke Marshall

    Operations Advisor
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    Luke Marshall

    Luke Marshall

    Operations Advisor
    Department: Executive

    Canberra, Australia

    Bio

    Luke Marshall is a seasoned people manager with a background in recruiting, change management and choice architecture. Luke looks to help Treehouse refine the student experience as well as bridge the gap between education and employment. Luke enjoys all things fitness, food, and family while watching The Office on repeat.

    Fun facts

    Favorite Food: Baby back ribs
    Favorite Movie: John Wick

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  • Kari Brooks

    Kari Brooks

    CEO
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    Kari Brooks

    Kari Brooks

    CEO
    Department: Executive

    Oregon, USA

    Bio

    Kari Brooks has led high-performing production, technical, and design teams since the 20th century, applying creative and critical thinking simultaneously while driving operational excellence in publishing, branding, IT, and EdTech. Kari found her dream job with Treehouse, bringing together a multidisciplinary team to support people of diverse backgrounds who are elevating their lives through education. When she’s not working, Kari is happy traveling, cooking, watching her son's baseball games, and working with clay.

    Fun facts

    If you could be any animal: House cat
    Favorite movie line: "We're gonna need a bigger boat."
    Favorite place: The Oregon Coast
    Favorite possession: It’s a tie between my wedding ring and my electric Audi.
    Most unusual place you’ve lived: Potosí, Bolivia – one of the highest cities in the world

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  • Jason Gilmore

    Jason Gilmore

    Technical Advisor & Student Advocate
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    Jason Gilmore

    Jason Gilmore

    Technical Advisor & Student Advocate
    Department: Executive

    Ohio, USA

    Bio

    Jason Gilmore is a tech industry veteran, having spent 20+ years leading teams and building software for the agricultural, architectural, environmental, publishing, and telecom sectors. Teaching others how to code has figured prominently throughout his career; Jason is the author of nine books on web development, has hosted workshops for hundreds of students, and is cofounder of CodeMash Conference.

    Fun facts

    Favorite book: The Sun Also Rises
    Favorite movie line: “Yo, Adrian!”
    Top bucket list item: Visit all 30 MLB stadiums with my family.

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