Code for America is coming to Detroit! On July 15, 2011, Come enjoy a drink and learn about what Code for America and the City of Detroit are planning on making happen next year -- how we're trying to leverage technology to boost the city's economy and long-term growth  -- and how you can be apart of it by applying to be a Code for America fellow.

Come to OmniCorp at 1501 Division St Detroit to learn about what Code for America and the City of Detroit are planning on making happen next year — how we’re trying to leverage technology to boost the city’s economy and long-term growth — and how you can be a part of it by applying to be a Code for America fellow.

You can learn more about the Detroit project online: http://codeforamerica.org/detroit

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The Code for America Fellowship

Code for America is now accepting applications for its 2012 fellowship. If you’re a developer, designer, researcher, or entrepreneur who wants to make a difference in Detroit, this is your opportunity to build a new generation of Gov 2.0 apps to make city governments work better. CfA fellows get a crash course in how cities work, mentorship and networking with the top names in tech and government, and a platform to launch companies and careers that will bring long-term innovation to the public sector. They also get a living-wage stipend, travel expenses, and healthcare for the year. Most of all, they get the chance to be heroes -- in Detroit and across the countru.

Applications are due July 31, 2011. Apply now: http://codeforamerica.org/apply

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Area tech group or company willing to partner to help out or spread the word? Please get in touch: abhi@codeforamerica.org