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I attended the web development bootcamp at Le Wagon at the end of 2020 and decided that to write an honest review, I had to wait and see what the long-term outcome of doing this course was.I took the course because all I wanted to do was freelance and have the autonomy to work from wherever I want. Two years on, I’m very glad to say I’ve achieved that goal. The bootcamp is very challenging and there were certainly times where I questioned my own abilities and wondered if I’d get to where I wanted to be, but thankfully I had the support of the amazing teachers and TAs who reassured me that the ‘click’ would eventually happen - and it did!I had never coded before at all, so it was very beneficial that the bootcamp’s curriculum involved a lot of Ruby, as the syntax is easy to get the hang of for a beginner and once you’re comfortable with the logic, you can apply that same logic while learning other languages with more complex syntax.The community aspect of Le Wagon has also been incredibly important in the development of my career, as I have access to a huge network of alumni who are always looking for freelancers to work on projects.

Hands down the best coding course out there!
The whole bootcamp is minutely designed and the teachers are as skilled and passionate as can be.
The course material, loaded with technical and relevant practical knowledge, is delivered in small bits each morning and practiced throughout the day.
Although the pace can feel quite intense and demanding at times, the staff around the students is understanding and mindful of each individual’s progression, creating an atmosphere where it is fun to learn and making mistakes is encouraged rather than merely tolerated.
Learning to code at Le Wagon also changed the way I approach my work and dramatically improved my problem-solving skills.
I left the bootcamp inspired to learn more, with plenty of resources and a network I can rely on while trudging the road to happy coding.

Le Wagon changed my life. I took an online course for a year by myself and even though it wasn't able to find a job. the 9 weeks I spent at Le Wagon is worth more than a year I spent alone. super well-made curriculums and TAs were always there for me so I didn't need to spend too much time getting help to solve my problems. Le Wagon has a strong community as well and it supported me mentally a lot. also I met amazing people while I was studying! I still hang out with people from Le Wagon and it definitely helped me to find a job.

It was the best learning experience I’ve had in my life. The program is super well structured, and classes are challenging but fun as well. All teachers are wise and well prepared, and all the staff is amazingly friendly and motivating. Exactly what you need when learning how to code in 9 weeks! But most importantly, le wagon is really working towards creating a safe, diverse and inclusive space, where everyone can feel accepted and respected. 

I studied aerospace engineering and worked in the airline industry for a few years before I came to Le Wagon to learn to code. One of my main reasons for doing the bootcamp instead of learning it on my own from the internet was the clear guided structure and amazing knowledgable teachers who were always ready to help and support. I really liked how we were specifically guided towards best practices and learned how to code the correct way which will be important when looking for a job in the tech industry. There also a career week in the end which helped me a lot!But the most important thing about Le Wagon was and is the amazing community which you will stay part of for the rest of your life! I met the most amazing people (both students & teachers) there and the worldwide Le Wagon network is in my opinion one of the strongest benefits - enriching both personal and professional life.

Le Wagon is a fantastic bootcamp that provides an immersive and intense learning experience. The curriculum is excellent and covers a wide range of topics, from the basics of web development to more advanced concepts. The instructors are knowledgeable and experienced, and they are able to provide guidance and support to help students reach their full potential. The atmosphere of the bootcamp is highly supportive and collaborative, and students are able to form strong bonds with their classmates. Overall, Le Wagon is an excellent bootcamp that I would highly recommend to anyone looking to learn web development.

J’ai terminé la formation du Wagon il y a tout juste un mois, le moins que l’on puisse dire est que ce Bootcamp a répondu à toutes mes attentes!Je n’avais pas de notion en développement web et après ces 9 semaines très intenses, il m’est possible aujourd’hui de créer une app web en partant de zéro, mais j’ai surtout acquis la bonne méthodologie pour apprendre plusieurs langages!Pour ce qui est de l’aspect humain, c’était assez incroyable de voir autant de bienveillance entre étudiants mais aussi avec toutes les équipes pédagogiques.Expérience qui restera pour moi incroyable et que je recommande pour tout ce qu’elle peut apporter!Merci aux professeurs, aux professeurs assistants, au staff et aux étudiants du Batch 853!

I was a Shipping Coordinator for a big toy company for almost 12 years until they moved their manufacturing to Mexico. Because of this, I realized I had to change my career and saw the opportunity to start with Le Wagon Coding Bootcamp. At first, I was really nervous about if I could really do it, but after a couple of days it becomes exciting and challenging. You just have to really trust the process of their program. Teachers and staff are really nice, friendly and approachable. They also have a very well organized strategy for your learning, precise schedule, very useful resources that you will have access to even after you graduate. They also organize some educational events & bonding time like Happy Hour every Friday . To sum it up, I had a great experience with Le Wagon that I will treasure forever.

Nothing in life is perfect – that also goes for bootcamps like Le Wagon. Of course, a course schedule could always be more optimized, instructors could always be even more knowledgeable, etc. But the important thing is not to be perfect, but to “get the job done”, i.e. preparing people with little to zero coding skills for breaking into a tech career, and Le Wagon does that excellently!  Sure, the instructors and teaching assistants may not always immediately know everything – but they are always 100% dedicated to helping you and finding the solution together! Which is actually close to how professional developers work: it’s not about always knowing everything, but getting into a mindset of “there is a solution, let’s make it work!” In the end, there was always a solution found, and learning to adapt this kind of mindset was actually one of the most valuable parts. I’m sure there could be adjustments made to the curriculum – as a lot of reviews mention, it is a bit light on JavaScript and frontend in general, and sometimes I would have wished for a bit more context to the topics we were learning. But again: the important thing is that while I had no knowledge before, I now feel like I have a firm knowledge of the basics that will enable me to keep learning on my own. I also feel like they do a rather good job of preparing you for the “life after”, with resources, recommendations for potential job options and paths, and a whole network of people in the tech scene you can reach out to for advice (or who will reach out to you with job opportunities). Tips to get the most out of it:
Apply early enough, so you have time to do the extensive version of the preparation materials. Students in my course who applied shortly before the start had to complete fewer online preparation courses. But the more preparation you do, the better your start into the bootcamp will be!
Take the schedule seriously: there is not much time to revise stuff or even slack off, as every day you learn completely new stuff. So get up early, go to campus, pay attention during the lecture. If you can, take the evening to revise and even look at the materials from the next day. This sounds hard – and it is – but if you stick to this, it will be all the more rewarding.
Most important tip: talk to the instructors often! While it’s fun to try and solve the daily challenges on your own, you do learn the most by talking to them. A lot of the knowledge is not conveyed in the lecture (as there is just so much to learn), but rather you’re supposed to gain it from doing the challenges while talking to your fellow students and the teachers / teaching assistants. Remember: you are supposed to ask for help not know/do it all by yourself!
 So if you put in the work and motivation, the Le Wagon web dev bootcamp will definitely reward you with that “life-changing experience”! :)

I had a sabbatical from work during 2020 and decided to do the le wagon bootcamp. I didn't have any intentions on becoming a developer full time after but doing the bootcamp was life changing. You build from the basics starting with basic data types, databases, mvc framework, front end and then finally bringing it all together using Rails. The school itself is incredibly welcoming and supportive. It is intense so prepare to work hard but in return you're given a life enriching and rewarding experience. 

When I joined Le Wagon I was in doubt about some other courses not related to coding. But as soon as I started the prep work that they give I was amazed! The 2 months I spent there showed me that I could be a developer without studying for 4 years. Now, after 2 years I have an amazing job abroad (Im from Brazil) and my life has changed! I love what I do and the opportunities are many more than what I used to have when in my previous area. 

Before joining the Web Dev Bootcamp at Le Wagon, I was an actor. I decided to join the Bootcamp because I have always been passionate about coding and the creative possibilities it opens up. The Bootcamp itself was challenging and very intense, but no matter what, the atmosphere always stayed positive, and I learned a lot! Primarily due to the friendly and knowledgeable Teachers and Teaching Assistants! The Alumni community is extensive, and the advice given during careers week was invaluable.

 I did the 1st in-person Web Development bootcamp at Le Wagon in Zurich, also know as batch #888.I chose LeWagon because I knew I could benefit from the 15K+ alumni of this school, spread all over the world. This is a major asset if you want to make connection in the tech industry, should it be to start a new career or start a business. In fact, thanks to LeWagon network, I started an internship as a software engineer, in a very nice company (with very nice people I have to tell !! in Zurich right after the bootcamp.I am very happy of the content that was delivered, most instructors were excellent and dedicated to delivering their knowledge to students.All in all, even if there is always ways to improve in every human organization, I am very happy to have started my new career with Le Wagon bootcamp!Therefore, I can highly recommend it! 

Before Le Wagon, I worked as a civil engineer for 3+ years at a leading consultant firm in London. However, I always felt there was something out there for me to leverage both my creative and technical skills. I wanted to see quicker results of my work, as civil engineering projects often takes months, if not years between the design and construction stage. Also, the fact that many of my friends work in technology field and were encouraging me to join that world finally forced me to pull the trigger on a massive career change.Why Le Wagon you might ask? One of my friends attended the bootcamp in January 2020 and really enjoyed it. He had zero previous coding knowledge nor any technical experience, but he found it very interesting and exciting. I also researched online and found out that Le Wagon has the most highest rated reviews in London, so it was a no brainer!I joined Le Wagon full-time web development bootcamp in London in April 2022. During the course, we developed many different skills, from backend (Ruby, Ruby on Rails) to frontend (CSS, HTML, Bootstrap) and met wonderful people by working in a buddy system . All Le Wagon staff, teachers and TAs were always responsive and super helpful and the greatest part was that all of them were also Le Wagon graduates and had gone through the exact same process as us.Joining Le Wagon was probably the best experience in my life! I highly recommend it and I think they are the best coding bootcamp in London.

Before joining LeWagon I had recently sold my online retail business and was looking for a fresh challenge and career direction.I wanted to get into working with tech products, and to learn necessary skills with a group of like-minded people. My overall experience with LeWagon was excellent. My cohort was 30 people and we all supported and encouraged eachother throughout. The learning pace is fast and pushes you to be on your game every day, and plenty of staff are always on hand to go over things and guide you. Very quickly we were building our own web apps and I now have a much fully appreciation of tech products.I'm currently interviewing for product roles and have had feedback from employers that they actively look out for LeWagon graduates as they know they are high quality.It's worth noting that the support from LeWagon is ongoing after you graduate.. I currently make use of their 'free co-working for life' in the London campus and plan to use them when I travel abroad too. The wider network of alumni (15,000 people and counting) has also proven invaluable for industry contacts and warm introductions for job opportunities.I'd highly recommend to anybody looking to move into tech.

I had an amazing experience with Le Wagon. Before doing the bootcamp, I was working in Finance and was self-learning to code, but I needed more guidance and structure in my learning journey. Le Wagon provided that and more. It was a super supportive environment, the teachers were great at guiding us and really making sure we understood the concepts. At the end of the bootcamp, we worked on two projects in teams that brought together everything we learnt throughout the bootcamp & also taught us best practices of working in teams. It’s amazing how much we learnt in such a short amount of time!

After a few years working in Sales and Account Management, I decided to switch careers and turn to roles at the intersection between business and tech. For this, I understood that I needed a solid base in programming and web development. I had heard a lot of positive feedback about Le Wagon from former students and decided to apply. This was a great decision! I loved the format with classes in the morning and exercises in the afternoon. Teachers and TAs were engaging and always here to help. The courses were extremely well structured to bring students from zero to the complete ability to build web applications from scratch in just 9 weeks. The most exciting part of the bootcamp are the last 3 weeks where students get to work in teams on a project before presenting it at the demo day! There is also an impressive network with over 15k former students and a lot of events and tools to connect newly graduated students with alumni in order to quickly find a job after the bootcamp.

After multiple attempts to learn programming and miserably failing I needed some guidance and structure, so I decided to look for a coding boot-camp I could join and that’s how I came across LeWagon. Now, after surviving 10 weeks and completing the course I can proudly say that I would not go anywhere else. Throughout my journey full of ups and downs, moments where you’re about to give up, yet somehow you push through to see another day. This would not have been possible without the world class staff that they have! Support is the key component for success, and LeWagon has provided it all. Staff, Teachers and Teaching assistants working endlessly to help you out, making sure you understand every concept necessary. In the end it’s like a family, and I’m very proud to be part of it.