AI + Fullstack Engineering Reviews

I did a lot of boot camp research, and immediately got good vibes from Actualize.  Their website was the most transparent, with the cost, curriculum, and ethos displayed openly (whereas many boot camps require your contact info or a phone call to learn about the tuition rates).  Their professed dedication to teaching you how to continue teaching yourself post-graduation was what pushed me further toward Actualize, and they definitely delivered on that promise!  Our instructor, Amanda, was engaging, smart, funny, and always went to distance necessary to answer questions and ensure comprehension.  I was also surprised to find out that I could finance the cost (through a third party) easily, at a reasonable interest rate, and without even being employed at the time of application.  I am now-  I got my first engineering job 2 weeks before graduating from the boot camp.

Learning at Actualize was a great experience. I started Actualize with zero knowledge of Software Development, and can now build out full-stack apps, with knowledge in Ruby, Ruby on Rails, GitHub, SQL, React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap. They gave us many resources and guides which were created by Actualize. There was a lot of team work and collaboration. A big part of Actualize was equipping us with the skills to enable us to keep growing and learning independently after the bootcamp was over. The bootcamp was not just composed of lessons about coding and building apps: there were career advising classes, with a  separate teacher who specialized in career coaching. Upon graduating the bootcamp, I felt fully equipped to start the job search and continue on my own. I highly recommend Actualize.

I have been learning coding prior to joining the bootcamp for almost a year, but I didn't have direction in how to learn the material. With thousands of different tutorials and guides online, I didn't know where to start or go next. Actualize has provided me with a knowledge of what to learn and has taught me different libraries and frameworks(rails, react.js, vue.js, flask). The instructor I had, made the experience fun and easily graspable. The job assistance coach provided a wealth of knowledge which I didn't even know I needed. While the curriculum doesn't teach you algorithmic problems, it does provide enough knowledge to start your career and to continue teaching yourself after graduation. 

I recently finished the coding bootcamp at Actualize, and it was an amazing experience. I had zero coding background, and I was worried about understanding everything, but Actualize turned out to be the perfect fit. The teaching style at Actualize is spot on. They start from the basics and explain everything really clearly. Our instructor was not only knowledgeable but also patient, and the classes were interesting and easy to follow. Even though some of my classmates had more experience than me, everyone was friendly and always ready to help  I never felt left behind or intimidated, and I enjoyed getting to know everyone in my cohort. The days went by faster than I expected and the breaks every hour were just right, keeping the pace comfortable. The community feel was great, and it's not just about learning but also building connections for the future. Choosing Actualize was a smart move for me. I gained valuable skills, and I feel confident about starting my career in coding. If you're starting with no coding experience like me, Actualize is a fantastic choice. It's a supportive and enjoyable place to learn. Highly recommended!

For anybody who's on the fence about this school, i highly recommend it. From the beginning they were very helpful in explaining every detail and help anyone in wanting to make a transition into the coding world. The course itself was so very intense but also cool, our teacher Amanda was awesome. She was really good at explaining and letting us be hands on and actually code, instead of just theory and reading about it. I could go on and on about all the pluses, but this is definitely the best bootcamp out there and i highly recommend for anyone looking to join one.

I spent over 6 months looking for a full-stack coding bootcamp, and this one is the real deal. It is fully remote in a cohort setting with daytime or nights/weekend options. My instructor was a magical coding fairy, she was competent, funny, and able to keep all 15 of us engaged in our virtual setting. We learned more in 4 months than I could teach myself in 3 years. They have career coaching designed into the curriculum as well. Bootcamps are time-intensive and expensive, but I truly believe that I received the best value at this bootcamp, and the return on my investment will be well worth it.

This bootcamp was everything I was hoping it would be. It's my last day at the course today and all I can say is that I am so glad I made this choice. I was worried about whether or not this would give me the information I need to get a job, but now I know that they truly do set you up for success. Also my teacher, Amanda was amazing! She was great at teaching the material, was able to make it fun, and was flexible if I ever ran into problems. My classmates also only made the experience better. This was a great decision not only for learning Full Stack Web Development, but also for the people involved!

Recently completed the Full Stack Web Development bootcamp at Actualize and loved it. I chose Actualize because it was taught via live Zoom meetings and there were multiple schedule options. They focus on teaching you how to "learn to learn" which I thought was great, because no bootcamp will teach you everything you need to know and to leave the bootcamp with the tools necessary to continue my education was the most important to me. Highly recommend. 

I cannot recommend the team assembled at Actualize Coding Bootcamp enough. The support and guidance I received from the staff were beyond compare. In particular, Amanda, our instructor, was nothing short of amazing. Her teaching style struck the perfect balance between practicality and support, creating an environment that was conducive to learning and growth.I would join Actualize all over again just for their career advising team. Sarah was my advisor, and I cannot speak highly enough of her dedication and expertise. She went above and beyond to assist me in the job search process, providing valuable insights and reassurance when I needed it the most. Sarah's commitment to the success of the students is truly commendable. Additionally, Lisa's support was indispensable. On a couple of occasions when I needed assistance promptly, Lisa was there to help. I believe the career advising team is a standout aspect of the Actualize experience.Overall, I am incredibly satisfied with my experience at Actualize, and I have not hesitated to recommend it to others. The dedication and support from Amanda, Sarah, Lisa, and the entire Actualize team have made a lasting impression on me.

I enrolled because of how highly my friend Joey, one of the instructors with Actualize, spoke of the class. I feel super grateful for the pre-work portion with Kevin. I felt prepared when the live classes started. The career counseling aspect was extremely informative and helpful, I was able to get promoted at my current job in tech before the bootcamp ended because of it. Thank you for all your help and insight Lisa! A highlight for me was the learning how to learn aspect. I am going to use this in every aspect of my life. The content was challenging for me and it was satisfying to watch myself grow and progress. My instructor, Peter, worked 1:1 with me to figure out a learning plan that worked best for me. This was a huge weight off my shoulders that I wished I had when I was younger. This course with the instructors who were involved was worth every ounce of time and energy I spent.  

This one is the real deal people.  I'm so glad this was the bootcamp / cohort I chose.  I could tell as soon as the first class started that it was the right place and I was going to actually be picking up usable and marketable skills here.  You will learn a ton here.  Hands-on projects, with lots of back-up, resources, and support from the instructor.  They make sure to provide you with a realistic and complete view of what to expect.  Frameworks, languages, workflows, version control, team-building/team projects, career advisory and job searching.  The instructors were all great.  The career advisors were all great.  I (like a lot of other people), was overwhelmed and unsure about bootcamps, but I can assure people now, that this is one of the good ones.

I first chose Actualize based on good reviews and my initial interview with the advisor. I had zero prior experience with programming and wanted the best learning/challenging experience possible. The way this boot camp was set up with Prework and the actual course was phenomenal. It is beyond clear everyone here has done their research on best teaching practices and they give their all to the students. The instructors and career advisors care so much about the students and their success. The career advisors will also help as long as needed for the job search after graduation which is amazing. To sum it up, Actualize is overall the best boot camp I could've chosen and I have absolutely zero regrets!

I have completed Actualize's full stack web development program and it has been an incredible experience. These people care about doing a good job. These people are passionate about giving you every resource that you will need to improve yourself. They are steeped in science and experience. The instructors are awesome. I have full confidence in the bootcamp that I chose, and I am so glad I didn't end up at another one.

As someone who has worked in tech companies for many years in support roles, I always had interest in what the engineers were doing but never thought I could learn it myself. But that has changed through my time with Actualize! Going from someone who hasn't written a line of code before to now building out frontend and backend applications. I am really pleased and grateful for my time with Actualize. The pace of curriculum is challenging but manageable yet puts students in the best position to tackle future new tech and languages. My instructor Brian and our TAs Sam and Alex, were always in our corner to support us whenever  and happy to go over concepts again if need be. Thank you so much to the Actualize team and staff for all the help along the way. I couldn't recommend the course enough, so if you're looking to make the jump, I say take the chance on yourself and go with Actualize. 

In the beginning of the year, I decided to make a career pivot into programming. I explored several routes on how to break into the field, from self-teaching, bootcamps, and college courses. I initially settled on self-teaching, but after several months of tutorials with no real projects to show for it, I began to explore bootcamps more. What drew me to Actualize was the "educators first" mindset with live demoing as well as the job search support, and after starting the program, I quickly realized that this was the right launchpad for me in starting a programming career. The structured curriculum, hands-on-learning, and incredibly supportive staff made it an amazing experience. I gained full-stack web development skills, built several applications, and received invaluable guidance on the ever-daunting job search. I would recommend Actualize to anyone looking to kickstart a career as a developer.