English for IT & Software – Online Training
For Developers, Tech Leads, Product Managers, and Startup Teams Your tech teams speak the language of code - but do they also speak the language of your international clients and partners? Simmonds trains IT professionals for the communication that truly matters: sprint planning, client demos, pitch decks, and more.
From €90 / 90 min · VAT-exempt
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Business English for IT & Software: Sprints, Reviews & Demos
Six scenarios, specialist terms, James in his own words – in 94 seconds.
Transcript
We need to talk about magical thinking because magical thinking is actually going to stop you from learning. Business English for your IT teams, sprint planning, code reviews and client demos, live online training with native-speaking trainers since 2004. Hi, my name is James Simmonds and I'm an English teacher based in Germany with over 20 years of experience, sprint planning and stand-ups, code reviews and technical discussions, client demos and presentations, agile and scrum ceremonies, API documentation, incident communication, six scenarios from your working day, deployment, pull request, retrospective, scalability, refactoring, technical debt, practice the vocabulary your IT team uses every day, online, hybrid or on-site, training tailored to your tools, processes and team.
But osmosis or soaking in a warm bath of English dialogue with the subtitles on isn't going to help you present the latest figures to your multinational team on Monday morning. Live online training from 90 euros for 90 minutes. Remember, the brain is not a sponge, it's a muscle and it needs exercising.
Start with your free needs analysis at Simmonds.
90.000+
Tech Employees in Berlin
Europe's largest tech hub
$3.4B
Startup Funding
Berlin startup ecosystem
English-first
Teams
Standard in the tech industry
20+
Years Experience
Business English since 2004
Typical Scenarios
Sprint Planning & Standups
Describe user stories, estimate effort, and communicate blockers - all confidently in English during daily meetings.
Code Reviews & Technical Discussions
Give constructive feedback, discuss architecture decisions, and clearly explain technical concepts in English.
Client Demos & Presentations
Present product features persuasively, share roadmaps, and confidently answer stakeholder questions.
Agile/Scrum Ceremonies
Moderate retrospectives, lead sprint reviews, and run refinement sessions in English.
API Documentation
Write clear, precise technical documentation in English - from API docs to README files.
Incident Communication
Communicate clearly in crisis situations: write postmortems, provide status updates, and inform stakeholders.
Pitch Decks & VC Meetings
Convince investors, explain business models, and present market opportunities in English - for startups and scaleups.
Tech Vocabulary
Master the Language of the Tech Industry
From deployment to retrospective - we train the technical vocabulary your IT teams need every day:
“deployment”
The release of software to production environments
“pull request”
Submitting code changes for review
“sprint retrospective”
Team reflection at the end of a sprint
“scalability”
A system's ability to handle growth
“refactoring”
Restructuring code without changing behavior
“tech debt”
Deferred technical improvements
Ideal for Berlin's Tech Ecosystem
Berlin is Europe's leading tech hub with over 90,000 tech employees. In the startup scene, English is the working language. Simmonds helps your teams communicate confidently in this international environment.
Practice Tech Conversations with the AI Avatar
Simulate realistic IT scenarios with our AI avatar: present client demos, practice VC pitches, run sprint planning in English. The avatar adapts to your industry and level - and is available around the clock.
Ideal for tech teams that want to practice flexibly without scheduling stress. Complemented by regular sessions with native-speaking trainers.
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Start Tech English Training for Your Team
Schedule a free consultation. We analyze your IT team's needs and create a customized training concept - from sprint vocabulary to pitch presentations.
For Tech Teams
Free Needs Analysis
We assess your IT team's English needs and recommend suitable training formats. Online, hybrid, or on-site - as flexible as your sprints.
james@englisch-lehrer.com
How much does it cost?
| Format | Duration | Price (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online — Private lessons | 90 minutes | €90–110 | 1:1, Zoom / Teams / Meet |
| Online — Corporate lessons | 90 minutes | €97.50–105 | Small groups, tailored curriculum |
| In-person (on your premises) | 90 minutes | €115 | On your premises |
Who we work with
- DHL
- Toyota
- Media Markt
- Deutsche Pop
“Die kostenlosen Online-Lektionen haben mich überzeugt. Die Qualität des Einzelunterrichts hat meine Erwartungen übertroffen.”
Frequently asked questions
Do my developers really need English training if they already write code in English?
Yes. Writing code and communicating fluently are two different skills. Sprint planning, client demos, architecture discussions, and negotiations with international partners require a different English level than code comments.
How does Tech English differ from general Business English?
Tech English focuses on specific communication in IT teams: Agile ceremonies, code reviews, incident communication, API documentation, and pitch decks. We train the vocabulary and conversation situations that actually occur in daily tech work.
Can we customize the training to our tools and processes?
Yes. We adapt the training to your tech stack terminology, documentation standards, and internal processes. Whether Jira, Confluence, GitHub, or Slack - we train communication in your work environment.
Is the training suitable for all roles in an IT team?
Yes. We offer specialized modules for developers, tech leads, product managers, scrum masters, DevOps engineers, and CTOs. Each role has different communication requirements that we specifically address.
How does AI avatar training work for IT teams?
The AI avatar simulates realistic tech scenarios: sprint planning, client demo presentations, VC pitches, or incident calls. Your employees practice anytime without scheduling stress - ideal for the flexible work style of tech teams.
What does the training cost per developer?
Costs depend on team size, format, and scope. From 4 participants with similar levels, we recommend cost-effective group training. Contact us for a custom quote - language training is VAT-exempt.
Improve your English for free
Free online lessons twice a week, vocabulary trainer with 600 words, and a placement test – all without signing up.
Get in touch
Tell us briefly what you need English or German for — we'll suggest the best format for your goals and schedule.
We typically respond within one working day.
What to expect
- ✓ Confident in meetings
- ✓ Persuasive presentations
- ✓ Professional negotiations
- ✓ Texts that work