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From punch cards to high-performance data processing, the tech world honors 50 trailblazing years with BDPA!

BDPA Life Members
Tech Industry executives attend a Golden Anniversary awards gala with National BDPA during BDPACON25 in Atlanta, GA — BDPA™ photo ©2025
A BDPA "Mount Rushmore"

From desktop PC talent, to mobile devices, to quantum computing, BDPA celebrates a 40-year High School Computer Competition (HSCC) legacy for its junior developers (Jr. Devs) and JROTC Cadets in 2026!

Group photo of seven individuals, including five young men in formal attire holding awards, one woman and one man standing beside them, taken at a celebratory event.
BDPA Atlanta 2016 HSCC Coding Champions — BDPA photo ©2016

From dial-up modems to generative Ai, ITSMF executives mark 30 years of pioneering achievements in 2026!

ITSMF at NASDAQ
IT Senior Management Forum members ring the bell on Wall Street with NASDAQ from New York, NY — ITSMF photo ©2024
Golden Anniversary

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Book cover of 'The BDPA Story' featuring a predominantly blue background, the title in bold white letters, and a subheading detailing the impact of African American computer technology professionals.
Agentic Work
Cover of the book 'Build the Damn Thing' by Kathryn Finney, featuring the author smiling, with bold text and a turquoise background.
Cover of the book 'Unmasking AI' by Dr. Joy Buolamwini featuring a woman holding a white mask, symbolizing the intersection of humanity and technology.
Book cover for 'Career Rehab' featuring colorful letters, with the subtitle 'rebuild your personal brand and rethink the way you work' by Kanika Tolver.
Book cover for 'Government Contracts in Plain English' by Christoph Mlinarchik, featuring a blue background and an eagle emblem.
Book cover of 'Digitally Invisible' by Nicol Turner Lee, featuring three diverse faces against a circuit board background, with the title and subtitle prominently displayed.
BDPACON25 Program Guide
BDPACON ’25 Program
A digital magazine cover for BDPA Today, March 2024 edition, featuring a focus on Women's History Month. It highlights articles on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and recognition of women in tech. The cover includes images of diverse individuals engaged in STEM activities.
Womens History Month
Magazine cover for BDPA Today February 2024 issue, featuring themes of Black History Month, STEM education, and technology. Images include diverse individuals engaging with technology and virtual reality.
Black History Month
Golden Anniversary

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