June 2026 cohort open. Registration closes June 7 · seats are limited.

• SUMMER 2026 • GRADE 7 AND UP

Python for AI: 3 Weeks: Build. Create. Innovate

Impress your friends with real Python projects built using APIs, AI libraries, and interactive widgets. Students finish with a capstone showcase of their work.

Beginner Friendly: No programming experience required.

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June 8 – 26, 2026 · Grade 7 and up · Virtual · $600

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How it works

From fundamentals to a proud capstone project, in 15 sessions.

Code from day one. Through fifteen live virtual sessions (two hours each), students learn Python fundamentals and build projects using real AI tools and libraries. No prior coding experience required.

Week 1

Python Foundations

Variables, data types, operators
String Operations
Control flow: conditionals and loops
Data structures - tuples, Dictionary, Sets
Functions

Week 2

Python Foundations

Guided classroom project
Introduction to API
Interactive ipywidgets
AI libraries for OCR, speech-test
NLP for sentiment analysis

Week 3

Capstone project

Troubleshooting tips and techniques
Formulating your project
Build your interactive application
Prepare for presentation
Live Capstone showcase

The track record

This is not our first cohort.

200+

Students trained in 5 years

Across DIYA's research programs and competitions since 2020.

3 Years

Princeton High School Research Program partner

DIYA has run a quarter-long Data Science unit for Princeton High School's Research Program students in 2023, 2024, and 2025.

"Very impressed with the overall program and looking forward to having my child participate in future classes. It was amazing to see the kids come up with innovative ideas for their projects, code independently, and successfully run their programs."

Kandeel Patel

Parent of Grade 10 Student, 2025

"I am pleasantly surprised by the quality of the hardwork of the students. Learning programming and being able to integrate APIs is a phenomenal achievement. Lot of enthusiasm and energy put in by the students and the teachers. Kudos to all of you."

V Sharma

Parent of Grade 7 Student, 2025

"You should all be incredibly proud of what the students accomplished. Tackling a real coding project takes creativity, problem-solving, and perseverance—and the students brought all of that to the table. Very inspiring!"

Subha R Ram

Guest

"It was nice to see what all the students have learned. The students demonstrated their new equipped skills in each presentation. Each instructor made it easy for the students to connect and ask questions when their help was needed."

Mr Amara

Parent of Grade 10 Student, 2025

Princeton High School

"DIYA provided my students with an introduction to coding and data literacy. The supportive, collaborative nature of the program, particularly the Capstone Project at the end, allowed students to interact with their peers, whose varied backgrounds and coding experience made for rich conversations and productive analysis of data. It was a fantastic experience for my students, and I am looking forward to implementing it again next year."

Jennifer Smolyn

Biology & Research Teacher, Princeton High School

Cornell University

"The DIYA research program has been an invaluable experience. The mentors provided valuable feedback and encouraged me to think critically and explore different perspectives. Their mentorship helped me develop a structured approach to research and enhanced my analytical and problem-solving skills."

Vienna Li

DIYA Research Student

What students walk away with

Four tangible outputs, not a certificate of attendance.

Every student finishes the program with work they can reference on applications, in essays, and in interviews.

A functional Python application

Students turn their original ideas into a capstone project that integrates Python and AI tools. Something they can show, not just describe.

Core coding fluency in Python

Hands-on experience writing clean, structured Python: data structures, control flow, functions, and file handling. Students leave able to read, write, and debug real code independently.

Real-world AI and coding skills

Practical experience designing an application, using APIs and Python libraries for OCR, speech to text and sentiment analysis. All skills directly relevant to AI and computer science coursework.

A live showcase and certificate

Students present their capstone project at a live final showcase attended by parents, educators, and mentors, and receive a certificate of completion for meeting program requirements..

The team behind DIYA

Students work directly with the founders.

DIYA was founded by five women with 25+ years each at Princeton, UIUC, PayPal, Oracle, Cisco, Boeing, and JPMorgan Chase. The AI & Healthcare Program is led directly by Padmapriya Parthasarathy and Anjana Manian.

Leads this cohort

Bhuvana Ganesh

Chief Financial Officer

VP, Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase. 25+ years in software development. Leads Women in Tech at JPMC.

Mahe Krishnan

Chief Technology Officer

Data Scientist and Engineering Leader at Boeing Intelligence & Analytics. 25+ years in cloud, data architecture, and scalable systems.

Padmapriya Parthasarathy

COO · Program Lead

25+ years at Oracle plus over a decade teaching computer science, Python, AI, and data science.

Anjana Manian

CEO · Instructor

25+ years at PayPal, Checkr, Oracle, and Cisco. Volunteers teaching high school CS with TEALS and StandUp for Kids.

Suma Bhat

Chief Innovation Officer

Research Scholar in Computer Science at Princeton. Former Assistant Professor at UIUC. Researches AI, NLP, and human-AI interaction.

The fine print

Program details.

ProgramPython for AI

DatesJune 8 – 26, 2026 · 3 weeks, 15 weekdays

Schedule5:00 – 7:00 PM PST, Monday through Friday

FormatVirtual · live sessions over Zoom · recordings shared after each class

WorkloadMost work done during live sessions · light homework between classes

GradesGrade 7 and up

PrerequisitesCuriousity and willingness to learn

ToolsBrowser, gmail account (Only free and open-source software used)

TechnologyA computer and a stable internet connection

Cohort sizeSmall and capped to keep mentorship direct

Final projectStudent defines project - uses Python and AI skills · live capstone showcase presentation

CertificationCertificate of completion for students meeting participation requirements

Price$600

Refund policyFull refund minus $75 admin fee before May 31 · no refunds after June 1

Referral bonus$25 for each referred student who enrolls and completes the program

Evaluating a summer program

Three things that separate a program worth the investment from a forgettable one.

Who actually teaches the class

Many summer programs are taught by college undergraduates reading from a pre-built curriculum. Programs where the founders or senior instructors teach directly produce dramatically better outcomes. Students learn more in 20 hours with an experienced operator than in 60 hours with a rotating TA.

What the student actually leaves with

A participation certificate is not a credential. Look for programs that produce a tangible artifact: an original project, presented work, or a documented research finding that can be pointed to on an application.

Whether it fits a serious student's summer

Short, structured, and accessible matters. A two-week virtual program that does not require prior coding experience respects that students also have SAT prep, family commitments, and other priorities competing for their time.

Questions parents ask

Frequently asked questions

My child has never coded before. Is this program a fit?

Yes. The program is designed for students with no prior programming experience. We start from absolute basics: variables, data types, and how a computer reads code, and build from there. Prior exposure to coding concepts is helpful but not required.

Is the program online, in-person, or hybrid?

Fully virtual. The program runs through live online sessions from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM PST daily, Monday through Friday, over the three weeks. Recordings of each session are shared so students can review.

How many hours per day is the program?

Two hours of live instructions per weekday. Most hands-on exercises and project work are designed to be completed during class with instructor support and guidance. Some students may choose to spend additional time outside of class reviewing concepts, practicing skills, or polishing their capstone project.

What grades is the program for?

The program is open to students in grade 7 and up. If you are unsure whether it is the right fit for your student, please reach out and we will help you decide.

What will students be able to do by the end of the program?

Students will be able to write, run, and debug Python programs independently. They will know how to work with APIs, integrate beginner AI tools like OCR, speech-to-text and sentiment analysis, and have built a complete working project. Beyond the technical skills, students will leave with an engineering mindset: the ability to break a problem down, plan a solution, and iterate toward a working result.

Who is actually teaching the class?

The Python for AI Program will be taught by Bhuvana Ganesh (DIYA Program Lead) and Subha Ram—both with 25+ years of software engineering experience. Students learn directly from practicing engineers, not a rotating group of undergraduate TAs.

What is the capstone project, and can students choose a topic?

The capstone project is where students apply what they have learned (Python foundations and beginner AI skills) to build a functional application that solves a real problem of their choosing. Students define the project scope, build their application and present the final product at the live showcase on the last day of the program.

What is the refund policy?

Withdrawals before May 31, 2026 receive a full refund minus a $75 administrative fee. No refunds are issued for withdrawals on or after June 1, 2026.

Is there a referral discount?

Yes. Students earn $25 for each referred student who enrolls in a DIYA program and completes it.

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