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Transforming Non-Engineers into AI Developers

In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, ZETTAI Inc., headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, is taking bold steps towards bridging the growing gap in AI talent. The company has recently announced the pre-launch of its reskilling program, "おうとまくん" or "Outomakun," designed specifically for non-engineers. This initiative aims to drastically elevate the skills of these individuals into capable AI developers within a mere 30 days.

Why There’s an Urgent Need for This Service

According to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Japan is projected to face a shortage of up to 790,000 IT workers by 2030. Companies that lag in digital transformation (DX) could face annual economic losses totaling as much as 12 trillion yen. Simultaneously, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are burdened by high outsourcing costs averaging around 12 million yen annually. Traditional programming education requires between 200 to 600 hours of study, with a practice application timeline extending over a year, resulting in unclear return on investment. Thus, ZETTAI has identified the need for a solution that leverages Coding AI to rectify these issues fundamentally.

AI's Advancement in Engineering

We stand on the brink of a revolutionary moment when AI tools are anticipated to surpass human engineers in capabilities, likely within 1-2 years (around 2026-2027). Figures such as OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, and predictions from Gartner—asserting that 70% of new applications will utilize low-code or no-code technologies by 2025—highlight the urgency for companies to adapt or face obsolescence. The "おうとまくん" program is tailored to equip firms with the ability to effectively harness AI to boost their internal capabilities in record time.

Exponential Growth of AI Capabilities

Over just three years, AI's capability to address practical programming challenges has exploded. In 2022, failure rates hovered around 0%. By 2023, improvements saw rates rise to just 2%. With the arrival of GPT-4 in early 2024, capabilities had reached 12-20%, reflecting a skill level close to that of a newly graduated engineer. By late 2024, capabilities surged to 45-50%, reflecting the proficiency of mid-level engineers. Early 2025 will bring AI to nearing senior engineer expertise, achieving a success rate of 77%. In all, AI's abilities have increased over 700 times within this brief span.

The Economic Value of AI

The latest AI model, Claude Sonnet 4.5, boasts a 77.2% success rate in solving practical programming problems—the highest among all current models, equating to senior engineer-level proficiency. Its performance has dramatically improved code quality, minimizing error rates from 9% to zero and achieving significant advancements in problem-solving.

Learning Format

The program offers a stepwise structure (Step 1 to Step 4) tailored to the unique needs of participants. Each step includes 30-minute instructional videos that can be completed in six hours, allowing learners to progress at their own pace.

Pricing

For initial participants, the program is offered at a significantly discounted rate of 20,000 yen per step (80% off the regular price of 100,000 yen). After utilizing potential subsidies, costs can be as low as 18,000 yen per step for SMEs.

Support System

Participants can access instant chat support for timely clarifications, alongside personalized one-on-one Zoom consultations with senior engineers or graduates from top universities. Each participant’s code will undergo expert review, enhancing quality assurance.

Learning and Deliverables

Skills acquired include practical applications of AI support tools (like Claude Code), with deliverables being systems directly applicable to real job tasks during training. The program transforms traditional learning, focusing less on language studies and more on direct skill acquisition relevant to current workplace demands.

Strengthening the Framework with Experts

ZETTAI ensures quality training through experienced professionals. Individuals involved have significant backgrounds, including managing large-scale offshore development projects and extensive experience as senior engineers at major IT firms. Their input guarantees that trainees produce systems applicable in real-world scenarios.

Characteristics of "おうとまくん"

This unique program focuses on creating practical skills in just 30 days. Training incorporates real tasks from the workplace, ensuring that each participant ends the program with a functioning system that can be deployed immediately. Participants will also master ways for AI to operate autonomously over extended periods.

Call for Monitor Companies

ZETTAI invites ten companies to participate in this innovative pilot program from November 1 to November 15, 2025. Interested candidates can apply via the website, ensuring a streamlined process as applications are limited to the first ten submissions.

Company Overview

ZETTAI Inc. is committed to enhancing AI system development, consulting, and workforce training. Our unique approach and expert team position us at the forefront of AI training, addressing the immediate needs of Japanese companies seeking to boost internal capabilities in an increasingly AI-driven landscape. The executive team is led by Kazuto Ogata, with significant backing from senior engineers and project managers poised to make this transformative program a success.