Apprenticeship
Noun · Hacker Culture
Definitions
A learning path based on working closely with more experienced practitioners while doing real tasks, rather than relying only on formal coursework. In tech, apprenticeship models are often praised for helping people break into industry through practice and mentorship.
In plain English: Learning a field by working alongside experienced people on real tasks.
Example: "The company's apprenticeship program paired junior developers with senior engineers on production issues instead of isolating learning in toy projects."