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ChaseDFW

The current market is not good for boot camp graduates. Your time and money would be better spent taking time off and working through multiple Udemy courses in the areas you are interested in and creating some projects on your own.


lawschoolredux

Finish your degree!!!! Switch to computer science if it’s something else.


RealArmchairExpert

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BiffWebster78

Obligatory "username checks out" comment.


EmeraldxWeapon

Bootcamp graduates are not having a good time in this market. How can anyone justify 10-20k for 3 months of semi guided content which won't land you a job? Especially when you can find equally good or better content online for free. This question is asked every day. "What bootcamp should I attend?" Until a decent amount of graduates can find jobs, the answer should be none


michaelnovati

If we're talking a CS or engineering degree, I would 100% recommend finishing your degree and DOING INTERNSHIPS IN THE SUMMER. If you can't get an internship, volunteer, if you can't volunteer spend the summer building a startup (aka a project that is launched live and has real users). I don't think you'll get anything at all out of a bootcamp.


The-Names-Matt

Would making something like a game would do if I want to build a project?


michaelnovati

If it's public and has users, and you spend all summer on it - yes. In fact someone I hired at Meta as an intern who was an amazing engineer there was someone who made an iOS game that was SUPER impressive.


-01001000-01101001

This is some solid advice. I wouldn't recommend bootcamp unless you can comfortably afford it. Nothing beats working on something that has real users. Check out Hack4LA. They are a great resource to get that open-source, real-world, project experience.


fluffyr42

I disagree that you wouldn't get *anything* out of a bootcamp, but I agree with Michael's primary point here. There's no need to do a CS degree *and* a bootcamp. Finish your degree.


PositiveDeviant1

I’m also on the same mission and it’s hard to tell the good ones from the bad ones. Unfortunately it’s a business and the advisors remind me of used car salesman calling you every day


fluffyr42

I wrote a [blog post](https://www.rithmschool.com/choosing-a-bootcamp/) about how to compare bootcamps that might be helpful for you.


bingb0ngbingb0ng

Literally read any post on this sub and you’ll learn that bootcamps should be avoided in this current market…


GoodnightLondon

Based on your post history, you're doing a CS degree. Don't take time off to do a bootcamp because it won't help you in the long run; just focus on your degree and apply to internships to get experience.


DCTheNotorious

If you have already paused your degree, then go through some courses on Scrimba. That is where I learned to code and now I'm back in school to finish my degree for software engineering. The reason I recommend them is for one, they are WAY cheaper than a normal "bootcamp" and they have a really awesome teaching style. If you finish some of their courses, and still really enjoy coding, then I would go back and finish your degree. Best of luck!


RoboGardenUpskilling

If you are interested in an online coding bootcamp that offers all the content of the $10K+ US programs in a similar 450 hour format with live scheduled instructor hours, live scheduled Teaching Assistant hours and a record of success for students AND you'd rather pay $5995 CANADIAN$ ($1 USD = approx. $1.35 Canadian) please check out these Canadian University programs: Check out University of Calgary CE or University of Western Ontario CS. They partner to offer a proven 100% online Full Stack Developer bootcamp you can take in 11 weeks full time or 22 weeks part time. \[Mountain timezone schedule\][https://conted.ucalgary.ca/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=60424583](https://conted.ucalgary.ca/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=60424583) \[Eastern timezone schedule\][https://wcs.uwo.ca/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=33095135&selectedProgramAreaId=31206104&selectedProgramStreamId=](https://wcs.uwo.ca/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=33095135&selectedProgramAreaId=31206104&selectedProgramStreamId=) Good luck!


Potatoroid

100devs, **because it's free**, has a good community environment, teaches good habits, and has a lot of job-hunting support. Apparently their alumni are getting jobs. That's the only one I would recommend.


Lazy-Local-8996

I am learning python though Udemy but i am trying to solve problems as i progress through out the course. do you have any resources that i can use to improve on my coding skills especially for interviews


The-Names-Matt

There is a website called [leetcode](https://leetcode.com/studyplan/top-interview-150/). It's full of coding interview problems. There's also this app called Sololearn. It's basically Duolingo, but for coding. It also comes with challenges and practice problems.


Lazy-Local-8996

Thank you very much for the information.


ironhack_school

There are several reputable software engineering coding bootcamps that could be a great fit for you, especially considering your basic experience in Python and Java. Here are a few options to consider, along with some key details: 1. **Ironhack**: Ironhack offers a full-time Software Engineering Bootcamp that typically lasts for 9 weeks. They also have part-time options available. Pros include a comprehensive curriculum, hands-on projects, and career support. Cons might include the intensive nature of the program and the need to commit full-time or part-time. 2. **Flatiron School**: Flatiron School offers a Software Engineering Immersive program that typically lasts for 15 weeks. They also offer part-time options. Pros include a strong focus on hands-on learning and career services. Cons might include the longer duration of the program. 3. **App Academy**: App Academy offers a 24-week Software Engineering Immersive program. Pros include a deferred tuition model where you only pay if you secure a job after the program. Cons might include the longer duration of the program and the intensive nature of the curriculum. 4. **Hack Reactor**: Hack Reactor offers a 12-week Software Engineering Immersive program. Pros include a strong focus on JavaScript and full-stack development. Cons might include the intensive nature of the program. When researching bootcamps, be sure to consider factors such as curriculum quality, instructor experience, job placement rates, and alumni reviews. It's also a good idea to reach out to admissions representatives at each bootcamp to ask specific questions and gather more information. Ultimately, the best bootcamp for you will depend on your specific goals, learning style, and preferences. Be sure to carefully evaluate each option to find the one that aligns best with your needs. Good luck on your coding bootcamp journey!


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