Applying to Bootcamps

If you're drawn to healthcare but not ready to commit to years of nursing school or a clinical degree, medical assisting is one of the most accessible entry points into the field. It's also one of the most in-demand: the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 15% job growth for medical assistants through 2033. And unlike many healthcare roles, you can get there in months rather than years. But "acc...

As AI reshapes what it means to be a software engineer, staying current requires more than just keeping up with the news – it requires deliberate, hands-on learning. Nishal Pattan is a Senior Software Engineer at Oracle's OCI Enterprise Engineering org, where he's building AI agents to power enterprise-wide knowledge search and IT troubleshooting. He's also been an...

WBS CODING SCHOOL has been training data professionals through its comprehensive Data Science and AI program. We recently spoke with graduate Sahand Azizi, who, after a decade in foreign trade and supply chain management, leveraged t...

Zip Code Wilmington has been training software developers and data engineers in Delaware since 2015. As a nonprofit bootcamp, they've built a reputation for accessibility, affordability, and strong employer partnerships – particularly in the financial sector. We sat down with Dan Stabb, who wears two hats as Director of Admissions and Professional De...

As AI reshapes the skills required in tech roles, General Assembly is evolving how developers learn and upskill. The new AI Software Engineering Pathway replaces the traditional one-size-fits-all bootcamp with a flexible sequence of sta...

Work-Integrated Programs are a practical pathway into tech – combining structured learning with real-world experience that employers value. Flatiron School’s new Work-Integrated Immersive Programs take this model a step further by pairing facilitator-led coursework with a paid apprenticeship, allowing learners to build te...

Course Report · Why General Assembly Is Rethinking Bootcamps for 2026 and Beyond On the Course Report podcast today, we’re joined by Jourdan Hathaway, Chief Business Officer and CMO at General Assembly. General Assembly is in the...

Tech hiring has shifted dramatically over the last two years. AI skills are rising in value, entry-level roles are more competitive, and job seekers are expected to demonstrate both technical ability and adaptability in an uncertain market. But 2026 isn’t a bleak year for career changers – it’s a year of recalibration and new openings, especially in fast-growing fields like AI, machine learning...

Artificial intelligence may feel overwhelming in 2026, but inside real companies, the tools that drive business value are far simpler than the hype suggests. To help beginners understand what actually matters, we spoke with Artem Yankov – a former engineer at Zillow, Rover, PNNL, and Google, and now a mentor for Springboard’s...

AI automation is transforming how businesses operate, creating new roles like AI Automation Specialist, Automation Designer, and Agentic Developer. Careerist’s 8-week AI Automation Bootcamp prepares students for these emerging careers by combining hands-on technical training with real-world business context. Instructor Vadim Vozmitsel, who has nearly a decade of product-building experience, sha...

Vibe coding is changing how developers write code, but where’s the line between learning and letting AI do the work? At WBS CODING SCHOOL, instructors like Garrett Lander are helping students navigate that question. Garrett explains how WBS CODING SCHOOL i...

As the job market evolves, Springboard’s approach highlights both the promise and the fine print behind money-back guarantees in the bootcamp space. Its updated Money Back Guarantee reflects how bootcamps are continuing to balance accountability with student outcomes, outlining clear eligibility criteria, timelines, and career-readiness milestones that students must meet to qualify for a refund...

TrueCoders is making a significant shift, expanding from their traditional nine-week intensive bootcamp to a flexible 45-week hybrid model explicitly designed for working professionals. Cruz Sanchez, the Vice President and Director of Enrollment at TrueCoders (and a TrueCoders graduate himself), explores how the...

After a decade in financial services, Spencer Polans found himself at a crossroads. His mortgage lending career was stable, but it wasn't fulfilling, and he knew he wanted to be at the forefront of the AI and technology revolution, reshaping industries. Spencer decided to take the leap, enrolling full-time in Flatiron School's Data Science bootcamp. Over four intensive months, he mastered...

Ippolito Ricca is a WBS CODING SCHOOL graduate who enhanced his career in music and entertainment by adding AI expertise to his toolkit. Since completing WBS CODING SCHOOL's AI for Business Bootcamp in 2025, Ippolito has leveraged his new skills to consult music tech softwar...

Editor’s note: General Assembly stopped accepting new consumer enrollments on April 28, 2026. This article describes programs and experiences from before that change. Read General Assembly’s official notice. Artificial intelligence is reshaping the way data professionals work – and bootcamps like General Assembly have to move quic...

Welcome back to our Course Report Q&A series – where we talk to bootcamp instructors, alumni, and career coaches to understand what you can expect from top tech bootcamps. Today, I’m joined by Elise Deitrick, who is on the TripleTen curriculum team, to discuss their new...

Course Report · How Yellow Tail Tech Delivers Dedicated Career Support If you’ve explored the world of IT training, you’ve likely...

Coursera and Udemy are well-known online learning platforms, both of which offer a wide variety of learning opportunities in a myriad of fields, including technology. Whereas Udemy is a MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) provider, Coursera partners with universities and various organizations to offer degrees as well as online courses. Both Udemy and...

Cyber security is one of the most in-demand and resilient career paths, offering a wide range of opportunities across industries. TripleTen’s Cyber Security Bootcamp is designed to equip students with the practical skills needed to enter the field, regardless of their prior tech...