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“ We see this partnership as an important testbed for the development of digital skills in Italy ,” said Luigi Gubitosi , TIM ’ s CEO . “ It is a new tool that enables us to connect various knowledge and experiences through collaboration also with the business community . Thanks to this initiative , together with 42 Roma Luiss , we will accelerate the growth of innovation talents , encouraging the spread and sharing of skills in the community .”
We see this partnership as an important testbed for the development of digital skills in Italy .
“ With the opening of 42 , Luiss has brought a revolutionary educational model to Italy ,” said Giovanni Lo Storto , Director General of Luiss Guido Carli University .
“ A full immersion into the world of coding , free from hierarchies and geared towards peer-to-peer and learning-by-doing approaches , mutual exchange and plenty of practice . Since last January , 42 Roma Luiss has offered 150 young people the opportunity to equip themselves – free of charge – with the digital skills needed to contribute towards Italy ’ s technological transformation .
“ Having Operazione Risorgimento Digitale on board as a strategic partner in this great project will ensure our
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