Where Creativity Meets Coding
Fiesta Code & AI brings hands-on coding workshops to elementary and middle school students right here in El Paso. We call them Code Jams -- and they're all about learning by doing.
For us, coding isn't just about writing lines of code. It's about learning to think creatively, solve problems, and believe you can build something real. Our workshops meet students wherever they are, whether it's their very first time seeing code or they're already tinkering with AI.
Why We Started This
The truth is, not every kid gets the same shot at learning about technology. A lot of students in our community never get the chance to try coding until it's too late to feel comfortable with it. We wanted to change that -- to create something that felt welcoming from day one.
Accessible. Community-driven. Culturally vibrant.
We want every student to feel like technology isn't something far away or complicated -- it's something they can pick up and start building with, right now.
So, What Actually Happens at an Event?
Each Code Jam is built around interactive stations that students rotate through. Here's what that looks like:
Beginner-friendly projects
No experience needed. Every station is designed so anyone can jump in and start creating something.
Small group collaboration
Students work together in small teams, rotating through guided activities and building real projects along the way.
Mentorship from student leaders
High school volunteers lead each station, making the experience feel relatable and encouraging for younger students.
Real-world tech exploration
From AI tools to community-focused software, students see how technology actually helps people in their everyday lives.
Every station is intentionally designed to be:
Kids leave with more than new skills -- they leave knowing what's possible.
It Takes a Community
None of this would work without the people behind it. Fiesta Code partners with local organizations, schools, and everyday community members who believe that every kid deserves a chance to explore technology.
Our volunteer team is a mix of high school student leaders and community professionals, all showing up for the same reason: to help the next generation of builders get started.
In the News
Fiesta Code has been recognized in local media for developing technology that directly supports families and caregivers -- a reflection of how young people can create real tools that make a difference.
El Paso Inc. · 2025
“El Paso High Schoolers Develop App to Aid Caregivers”
Local students are making waves in the tech community, building innovative solutions that address real-world challenges facing their community.
External link opens El Paso Inc.
Code with purpose. Build to help. Learn by doing.
Meet the Founder
Fiesta Code & AI was started by Marcus Hunt, a student innovator who believes young people don't have to wait to make a difference -- they can start building today.
After creating technology projects aimed at solving real-world problems, Marcus saw firsthand how powerful coding can be for individuals and families. But he also noticed something: a lot of younger students simply never get the chance to try it.
That's why Fiesta Code exists.
What started as a personal passion for tech grew into something bigger -- a mission to make coding feel accessible, welcoming, and rooted in community. By pairing high school mentors with younger students, Fiesta Code doesn't just teach technical skills. It builds confidence.
When students see someone just a few years older leading the way, technology feels possible. And when technology feels possible, opportunity expands.
Where We're Headed
Fiesta Code is more than a workshop. It's a growing community dedicated to building confidence, connection, and opportunity -- one student at a time.
Come Be Part of It
Whether you're a student ready to try something new, a parent looking for hands-on learning, or a volunteer who wants to mentor the next generation -- there's a place for you here.