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A 21-year-old Fortnite pro gives out computers to young gamers and plans for more through a new fund

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Professional gamer Cody Conrod is launching a fund to provide computers to young gamers. Conrod, who dropped out of school to pursue esports, aims to help others enter the industry.

Cody Conrod wants to help others enter the increasingly expensive world of professional gaming after he dropped out of eighth grade to pursue esports.

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