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Comment on Wyncode by Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 13:05:12 +0000

So you’re sitting around trying to decide if you should do the Wyncode UX/UI Immersive program. The answer is that you absolutely should. You’re probably thinking:

Q: Can I really learn enough in 8 weeks to get me started in the industry?
A: Yes, you can learn that and more. The curriculum is hefty but digestible and the class projects reinforce what you’ve learned.
Q: I don’t know anything about design, will I be successful in the course?
A: Yes, you will be. You don’t need any prior experience going into the program. The amazing instructor, Gessica, and the awesome TAs will give their all to make sure that you’re grasping the concepts and excelling with the content. People in my cohort didn’t even know what UX/UI was and now they talk about it like they’ve been pros for years.
Q: Can I really afford this?
A: Yes, you can. Women can apply for the Women in Tech Scholarship. Wyncode also works with companies that offer financing options to take the stress out of the $$ aspect.
Q: Will I fit in?
A: Yes. Everyone who walks through the Wyncode doors feels at home. The staff is welcoming and accommodating, my classmates became instant close friends and in no time I thought of everyone as family.
Q: What sets Wyncode apart from other coding bootcamps in Miami?
A: A few things. 1. Gessica, the instructor is mind-blowing. She is so knowledgeable, patient and fun to work with. She’s a UX og and knows the industry inside and out. 2. They teach you how to properly convey your process and tell your story, which is what gets you hired in the end. 3. They have a hub where designers and developers can work together under one roof. 4. They have a full team committed to career resources, and they are absolutely amazing.
Q: What am I waiting for?
A: I literally have no idea. Apply today! You won’t regret it.

Comment on Lighthouse Labs by Anonymous

Anonymous — Sun, 13 Dec 2020 12:55:37 +0000

I would highly recommend the Web Development Bootcamp with Lighthouse Labs. From the instructors to the mentors to the support staff, it really seemed like their main focus was ensuring the student’s had the best experience possible. I felt supported throughout the entire bootcamp and there was constant reassurance when things got tough (which they did & will – this is not a simple program. It definitly requires a lot of work and dedication).

One aspect I really like about the bootcamp is the life-time access to the course material. I’m currently going back over some of the topics we learned as a refresher and it’s been immensly helpful! I also think it’s extremely beneficial that you complete the bootcamp with a full portfolio of web applications to show employers. Upon completion of the program, there are events to connect with the mentors, alumni, etc. to help you become part of the tech community.

All in all, 10/10 would recommend this program to anyone who’s contemplating taking the leap! It will provide you with the skills needed to make a career change.

Comment on Hackbright Academy by Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 12:31:18 +0000

I love the structure of the lessons, it kept a good balance between the pace of lessons and the amount of hands-on practice. After the 7 lessons, I got a better understanding of computational thinking

Comment on Wyncode by Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 13:06:00 +0000

I’m a proud alum of Wyncode’s UX/UI Immersive, having graduated in July of 2018. Going into the program, I had zero graphic design experience- to be honest I had only learned of what UX/UI was a few months before applying! The bulk of my professional background was in youth development and teaching (shout out to TFA). I left the classroom in 2016 to join forces with my wife in helping to run the small culinary business she established in South Florida. As a teacher and then as Creative Director for my wife’s business, I developed strong research and communication skills, including a keen ability to empathize with my students and later on with our customers. I’m saying all of this because those are the skill sets that I carried with me to Wyncode’s program, those are the skills that I leaned on during the program, and those are the skills that landed me the position I’m currently enjoying- Associate Product Manager for a cloud communications company in South Florida.

The learning curve was steep- but I think you have to expect that in a boot camp classroom setting. There are boatloads of information that you will be presented with daily in class. I think it’s imperative to absorb what you can and not set unrealistic expectations of yourself…. you will NOT be a UX/UI guru at the end of the program. Wyncode provides a very solid foundation of basic UX/UI principles, and then it’s up to you to continue practicing and developing those.

The instructor, Gessica, pours out her heart and soul into the class. Given my background in education, I really valued her energy level and passion for the subject matter. The TAs provide added support and guidance during labs. One area for improvement would be additional TAs to ensure more direct (1 on 1) support.

One of the Wyncode’s strongest areas is undoubtedly the job placement component. The fact that they guarantee job support for life is pretty dam remarkable! As with the classroom experience, you will get out what you put in (same goes for life!). There are multiple opportunities on a weekly basis to check-in and get structured support during your job search. I do wish that Wyncode were able to keep their relationship with Career Score, as the services they (Career Score) provided were phenomenal.

In summary, if you are a focused, curious, open-minded go-getter, I would 100% recommend Wyncode’s UX/UI program. It will challenge you. It will change you. It will empower you.

Comment on Grace Hopper Program by Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 13:40:47 +0000

Prior to the Grace Hopper Program, I was in a position where my job has become stagnant and going to work was a drag. I had interests in coding but never thought it would be possible to become an engineer. I thought to myself, people go to school for 4 years to learn this stuff. However, after attending the Boot Camp Prep course at Fullstack Academy, it occurred to me that the road to becoming an engineer wasn’t as impossible as I had thought. (I attended the month-long Boot Camp Prep class because I had no prior knowledge with programming and to attend Fullstack’s actual boot camp you will need some knowledge of code.)

The actual Bootcamp was 17 weeks long and it flew by. I had many amazing instructors during my time at Grace Hopper. (Shout outs to, Geoff, Jess, Brian, Ben, and David.) Every single person I interacted with was supportive and brilliant. There were times during the program where it was very stressful and I had doubts about my ability to code. The material we were learning was extremely difficult and hard to grasp. But because of Fullstack’s no asshole policy and supportive environment, we were able to pull through and developed quite the camaraderie. Not only were we taught how to code, but we were also taught how to continue to learn and grow our technical knowledge base.

Now that I have graduated from the program and on my way to my first engineering job, all I can say is, why didn’t I make this jump sooner?

Comment on Galvanize by Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 11:31:37 +0000

Galvanize’s (Denver-Platte) WDI program exceeded my expectations. I joined the 6-month immersive totally new to the field, and the program and it’s astounding staff took me from the ground up. The curriculum is top notch, and instructors do a phenomenal job of guiding you along the way while teaching you to be independent and job-ready. Being in a co-working space, students have the unique opportunity to network with companies of all sizes and background. In addition, the career services team is an exceptional asset to the program, as they give you personal feedback on your resume/cover letters/etc. to be job search ready. Thanks to their help and the modern curriculum, I accepted a job offer less than a month after graduation! This program is tough, but anyone willing to work hard will be successful.

Comment on General Assembly by BootcampRankings

BootcampRankings — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 12:48:02 +0000

I took the Part Time Data Science course in DC from 6:30 to 9:30 on Mondays and Wednesdays. I had very little data science background prior to this course and was extremely pleased with how it turned out. I was exposed to a wide breadth of core data science topics and now have a solid base from which I can pursue further learning. I’m by no means an expert but that’s not the point of the course. I came in looking to improve my Python skills and learn the basics of machine learning, and that’s exactly what I did. I highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to get a solid baseline in Data Science.

Comment on BrainStation by Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 12:15:10 +0000

I was intrigued to take this course after attending a Digital Marketing workshop led by the Digital Marketing instructor Sarah Budeja – her knowledge and skills are what really made me feel confident that taking this course would give me skills that would propell me forward in my career. There are various units within this course that were absolutely invaluable such as Google Ads, Google Analytics, Paid Search / Social and the list goes on. Something that is also amazing about these classes is that there are so many interesting and brilliant individuals in the class of all age groups and walks of life that really add a fresh perspective to discussions and projects. After taking this class I feel confident I can take my career in the direction I want it to go in.

Comment on Code Platoon by Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 07 Nov 2020 13:33:01 +0000

If you’re a veteran looking to get into Tech, this is the best place to go. Hands-down – from exceptional Instructors, to guided help throughout the program; TA’s, that are actual developers! Mentors who are seasoned veterans of the Tech industry. You have the tools to be successful and the help to make it to the end. I learned a whole lot going through the program and refined a lot of my skillset as well. You learn industry best practices, pair programming, they even take you to your first meetup. It’s all great, the curriculum is challenging and rewarding, the support is heavy and there at all times. It’s also in a prime spot in Chicago, just an overall great experience.

Comment on Lighthouse Labs by Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 07 Nov 2020 12:56:20 +0000

School never really worked for me – I was often bored, often distracted, and when high school ended Computer Science was definitely not in the cards. But I always enjoyed coding and dealing with technologies. 15 years later after a few career changes the idea of a bootcamp came up and I asked around a bunch and landed on Lighthouse as having one of the best reputations and…man…I’m so glad. Those 10 weeks were some of the most challenging but ultimately most rewarding of my life. I met 13 amazing other cohort mates and great – really great – instructors and mentors and by around week 7 I realised I could barely recognize week 1 me. By week 10 I’d learned a tonne and created a web application from scratch that I’m really proud of.

I am a bit of an evangelist now. This experience was incredible, and career services was so helpful – I’m about to start my first job in the field in 5 days and I graduated only 2 weeks ago. If I had it to do over again I would do it in a heartbeat.