42 Tokyo Launches 'AI Course' in Corporate Programming Training 'Piscine Pro' to Cultivate Engineers Who Can Understand and Apply AI from the Ground Up

General Incorporated Association 42 Tokyo (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yoko Sakanoue; hereinafter '42 Tokyo') has launched 'Piscine Pro AI,' a new AI-focused course within its corporate engineer training program 'Piscine Pro (Piscine Pro).'

As the first session, 'Piscine Pro AI' was conducted for approximately 40 participants, primarily engineers from Astemo Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Kohei Takeuchi; hereinafter 'Astemo'), a major automotive parts manufacturer.

Background of Introducing the 'AI Course' in 'Piscine Pro'

Due to the rapid evolution of AI, the skills required of engineers are undergoing significant changes. To keep pace with technological advancements, it is essential not merely to accumulate knowledge, but to fundamentally understand the mechanisms of new technologies and cultivate the ability to 'think independently and continue learning' when facing unknown challenges. So far, the corporate engineer training program 'Piscine Pro' has offered curricula focused on foundational computer science and C programming, using a learning approach based on 'problem-solving learning※1' and 'peer learning※2.'

Now, to enable more practical skill acquisition, we are launching a new 'AI' course. Through this training, participants will go beyond using AI as a mere 'tool' and instead develop essential, transferable knowledge—such as the ability to 'assess the correctness of AI outputs' and 'use AI safely and appropriately.'

※1: A learning method where participants solve given problems by independently seeking necessary information and collaboration.

※2: An active learning method without teachers or formal classes, where participants work together and support each other to solve problems.

◼ Overview of 'Piscine Pro AI'

Training Content

Beginner Level: Understanding fundamental AI concepts, implementing linear regression models to predict continuous variables from input data, etc.

Intermediate Level: Implementing analytical programs using logistic regression and other more advanced models

Advanced Level: Implementing more sophisticated AI programs and constructing neural network models for image recognition

Target Audience

Engineers with approximately 1–2 years of programming experience

◼ Training Implementation for Astemo Corporation's Engineering Division

The first 'Piscine Pro AI' session was conducted for approximately 40 participants, primarily engineers from Astemo, a major automotive parts manufacturer. The goal is not only to enhance technical skills and knowledge but also to foster cross-organizational collaboration through collaborative programming tasks.

<Participant Feedback>

'I gained a foundational understanding of how AI works and the principles behind its operation.'

'This training was unlike anything I've experienced—no textbooks, no instructors, only problem statements. Because I had to research and act independently, I feel I truly internalized the knowledge.'

'It was great being able to share insights with fellow participants and work together toward solving challenges. Also, I realized Python has limitless applications and is highly efficient, so I plan to actively use it in my daily work going forward.'

Image: Participants collaborating on programming tasks

Image: Orientation session before the training

◼ Comment from Astemo Corporation

'Following last year’s participation in 'Piscine Pro Python,' we have now sent our employees to the newly launched 'Piscine Pro AI.'

Building upon the value of peer learning we experienced during the previous Python training, we decided to participate on our largest scale yet, to provide our employees with a practical opportunity to learn the fundamentals of AI and machine learning.

In this training, participants actively engaged in data analysis and building machine learning models. By reviewing each other’s work across departments and job roles, they developed not only technical understanding but also the ability to 'understand concepts well enough to explain them to others' and 'think and act independently.'

We have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants, such as 'I experienced a problem-solving process similar to real-world work' and 'I want to apply the analytical methods I learned to my daily tasks.'

As mobility continues to accelerate toward electrification and intelligence, Astemo positions the development of engineers capable of utilizing AI and data science as a key strategic priority.

By leveraging 42 Tokyo’s innovative learning framework, we aim to foster a culture where each employee continuously learns autonomously, contributing to the evolution of next-generation mobility.'

【Inquiries about Piscine Pro】

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Overview of 42 Tokyo

'42,' founded in 2013 by a French entrepreneur, is a tuition-free software engineering training institution. In June 2020, Japan’s first campus, '42 Tokyo,' opened and is now part of a global network spanning 57 campuses across 31 countries (as of April 2026). Additionally, it ranked 3rd in the 'Global Top 500 Innovative Universities' category of the 'World's Universities with Real Impact (WURI)' ranking (2026).

'42 Tokyo' provides an inclusive environment where anyone can challenge themselves to learn programming, operating a campus that is open 24 hours a day with no admission requirements and no tuition fees. It has gained attention for its free tuition, up-to-date curriculum, and accessibility to individuals from all backgrounds. The operation is supported by contributions from numerous companies.

・Campus Address: 2-11-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023

・Official Website: https://42tokyo.jp

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