Bloc Reviews
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Mashauna V
Awesome Design Program
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Im currently enrolled in the UX Design track, I am scheduled to complete the program February 2018. I sincerely love this program and my mentor is great.
Pros:
Love how flexible the program is. You are able to adjust the pace as well to be able to work a full time job or do the full time course and finish faster
Easy to read checkpoints.I love how the program is allows you to read the lesson, do hands on work and then submit an assignment. So your not just reading and getting bored.
Mentors are awesome. My mentor Zach is awesome, he is so thorough when we go through the checkpoints together. He gives me positive feedback as well as critique my work to make it better. He also makes sure that all my questions are answered and I'm not confused about anything. Also having the meeting with the mentor keeps you on track and keeps me motivated not to slack off because I know I have my meeting coming up.
Support is always available. When enrolling you will have access to slack which is like one big chatroom full of help. So if you message your mentor and they aren't available .Ask your question on Slack and someone always answers rather quickly.
Tuition reimbursement guarantee. I love that if I don't find a PAYING position within 6 months of graduating from Bloc , that they will refund my entire tuition. Plus they say they have never had to do that so that just lets me know that the curriculum is awesome. AND IT IS, I'm telling you its great.
I feel like I'm learning so much and Im only a month in. its awesomeCons
there aren't really any cons except the normal online environment and trying not to procrastinateMake sure you have time to study and really absorb the material. Try not to be distracted.The program is what you make it. so if you slack off .you can't really blame anyone but yourself because bloc makes sure you. Im still pretty early in the curriculum so I'm not sure about the job support yet but I will write another review when I complete the program.
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Brandan Hummell
One of the Best Options Out There
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**Disclaimer - I have been asked to write a review on Bloc, but I am not getting any particular advantage from doing so at this moment. I have given them positive feedback in the past, which may have prompted them to ask me to write a review, but these are my genuine opinions and experiences thus far. I get the feeling that my experiences are not atypical though.
My Context
- I am about 3 months into the program at this time on a 12 month track.
- I have a full-time job, and I was looking for a way to keep working and break into the field of web development.
- I did not want to pay an exorbitant amount of money.
- I wanted flexibility built into the program to accomodate my current living situation.
- My highest priority was to find a program that would set me up for success when applying for jobs in web development.
- I had a little bit of experience in JS and HTML/CSS through a couple of books and online tutorials. Not enough experience that would qualify me as a 'coder' by any means.
Overall Experience
- The overall experience has been great so far. I am constantly learning, and I would have had a significantly harder time learning all of this by myself from a book.
Instructors
- They let you pick your mentor from long list with personal bios as well as their proficiencies
- My mentor is great. He answers questions, and we go through code and concepts via screen sharing all the time. If I get stuck, he helps me understand the root of the issue. Bloc is of the mentality to teach a person how to fish camp.
- If you don't jive with your mentor, for whatever reason, you can always get another one. This flexibility is nice.
Curriculum
- It seems to me that they put a lot of thought into the sequence and the content of the curriculum. It all flows pretty naturally, and I have not felt overwhelmed at any one point with completely new concepts.
- Everything is project based, which is totally the way to go. I am a learn-by-doing kind of person, so this works perfectly for me. Bloc does not follow an academic approach (thankfully) in which they teach you a ton of theory, and then you get some chances to put that theory into practice later. Bloc is more akin to a trade-school I would say (or at least that is how I describe this program to my friends and family)
- I've had my brother (who is a software engineer) and a couple of my coder friends look through the curriculum before I signed up. They gave their thumbs up, and I have not been disappointed so far.
Job Assistance
- This is the once category that I have the least amount to write about so far. I am only 25% of the way through the program.
- What I can say though, is that they interweave job workshop checkpoints throughout the program to get you thinking/learning early about job prospects. I am a big fan of this approach so far.
- My mentor (and every other mentor I saw on the list) has been in the industry for many many years. My mentor has already given me advice on how to break into the industry.
- Bloc has you set up a portfolio as part of the curriculum. I can't emphasize enough how much I like that part of the program, since your portfolio (as I surmised from my brother and friends) is one of the key elements in your job application.
In conclusion, based on my experiences thus far, I would recommend this program to anyone who wants to break into the field at their own pace. This is not one of those 9 week crazy bootcamps that charge you $15 grand and try to cram as much knowledge as possible. This kind of bootcamp is well suited for my needs, and I think it is priced right.
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Oleg
Waste of time
That will be waste of your time and money.
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Justin Boltz
Full-time Software Development Track
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After finishing the Bloc program and landing a job with a great startup, I would say Bloc is probably one of the best choices that exist for a software developer bootcamp. The curriculum is solid, and since it focuses on Ruby on Rails and JavaScript, you're going to come out with knowledge that is relevant for the current job market. Most of my mentors were a huge help and really made me feel like Bloc was worth every penny, but I did have one mentor for a portion of the program that was underwhelming. Bloc doesn't have a placement program or much of an established network when it comes to the job search, but they do equip you with the tools to make sure you're able to land an interview. Overall I would say it's definitely worth it, and if you get a mentor that just isn't a great fit, request a new one sooner than later.
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Tina Liu
Great community for learning
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Having to check-in with a mentor on a weekly basis really helped me to stay on track and push through when I'm feeling lazy. My mentor was also a great support system for me, he pushed me to get feedback from our online community and go out to the real world to join meetups. Now I feel much more comfortable seeking and giving feedback to other designers and I know what type of feedback people are looking for. The program is well paced, I did it while I was working full-time. It is a great way to fast-track your learning in a systematic way.
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Melissa J.
Design Track Student
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I enrolled in Bloc as a Full Time Designer Track student and loved every second of it. My job, at the time, was such that I could handle a 40 hour a week commitment to doing the Bloc work, but when life threw a wrench at me and I had to pick up an extra 15 hours of work a week, Bloc made it super easy for me to adjust my pacing with no repercussions. I got an awesome foundation of UX/UI and Frontend principles, got to work on developing assets for some cool projects that formulated my portfolio in the end. Prior to Bloc, I would not have been able to put together a UX portfolio coded by hand. Now I have a fully-coded portfolio, and was given amazing career support that led to me getting a job with a startup in Los Angeles, alongside advice on how to negotiate for a higher salary than the one initially offered (which, as a woman who had NEVER negotiated her salary before, was not only super helpful but incredibly empowering and it's something I'll continue to do in the future)! I would definitely recommend Bloc to anyone, especially career changers, who know they have the drive and the passion, and just need a regimented curriculum to help them realize their career aspirations.
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Kevin Thibodeaux
Flexible schedules and helpful mentors
I'm currently in the process of taking Bloc's frontend fundamentals course. I can already tell the ways it's going to benefit my current job as well as future endeavors. The schedule is very flexible and my mentor is helpful and willing to work around my day job and is always available when I need questions answered.
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Mario
Well Structured and Outcome Oriented Course
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Bloc is an intensive and intense program especially if you are full time employed. Curriculum is always up to date and mentors are very knowlegable. I chose the part time path and now I'm almost at the end of the program. I learn much more than what I expected at the beginning and I can build fully working apps totally on my own. Mentorship is great and I think that's the key of success. I suggest Bloc to anyone who is highly motivated in starting a highly satisfing career.
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Joseph O'Connor
Very impressive so far
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The Bloc curriculum for web development is divided up into modules, a set of projects, and career preparation which are estimated at about six months of work. So far I've completed about 20% of the curriculum so please keep in mind that the review is for that, not the entire course
The pluses:
(1) Since it's a home study course, the work can be done on your own time and your own schedule.
(2) It's not easy. I've had previous experience with programming and web development, yet am being challenged and am learning quite a bit.
(3) Curriculum is further subdivided into "checkpoints" where you're required to complete a specific task. The combination of typing in code you're given plus having to look for your own solutions works for me. There have been some videos too, but they've mostly been short and to the point.
(4) Decent variety. The coursework so far has introduced source control through Git, HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript, plus doing exercises and tutorials at different sites like codewars and codeschool.
(5) Mentor. It definitely helps to have someone there that you're accountable to.
(6) Bloc staff has been courteous and prompt in their replies.
The (possible) minuses:
(1) None for me personally.
(2) The curriculum is very challenging, so those who have no experience with programming or web development may need to slow down and get help from their mentor to absorb the material.
(3) You need to be self-motivated, but that's always been true in a home study course.
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Kaylin
Doing great so far
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I have really learned a lot at Bloc. I like how you are taught material, but then given a project to do on your own. It allows me to figure out how to code on my own without being given the answers. At the same time my mentor is great for when I do get stuck. I feel that from the beginning they try to put you in a world similar to a job where you won't always have someone there and do have to figure it out on your own.
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Paul L.
Alumni
I credit Bloc's Design track for giving me the fundamentals and community to be able to be the product designer I am today. I'm forever grateful to my mentor, Aaron, and have only the best things to say about my experience as a student!
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Marcellus Spears
Best for Full Stack Entrepreneur
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I have had a successful career in the Aerospace industry and have always had many web startup ideas in my head, but never took the time to learn to code. Well, I passed my 40th birthday and thought that I'm not getting any younger or that there would never be the right time to plan with family. So after previous failed attempts to learn to code, I finally took the plunge and applied to Bloc's Part-Time Web Development Track program at end of 2016.
Now, I'm asking myself, why I didn't start earlier! I've always been a life long learner, with BS Mechanical Engineering and MBA, but I have learned so much! I have enjoyed my mentors as they have provided startup perspectives by helping me go beyond the curriculum to understand how everything relates to a founder assembling a team and launching a product.
Overall, this is the best decision and I look forward to my future endeavors as I focus on launching my startup.
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Victor Yudi
Exactly what I needed
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I started Bloc while majoring in CS. After a month of Bloc I was able to find a job as an iOS Developer at a fast pacing startup and 4 months later started my own and dropped out of college.
HeyCheff started to take off later last year (2016) and through the entire journey I was able to develop not only the iOS app but also help and assist with the Android and web dev.
Bloc is great, the community is strong and really important, but the most valuable thing for me, is been able to learn directly from an experienced developer, such as my mentor (Falko Butler)
Can't recommend it enough. Best of luck for everyone joining and happy coding.
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Enrique Benitez
My step-stone into real world programming
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I finished the Rails Development program two years ago.
I entered with very basic coding experience (variables, loops, conditionals) but I didn't know how to build web apps at all, just some very basic HTML and CSS sites, at the end of the course I knew how to build complex web apps in Ruby on Rails.
My struggle two/three years ago was that I had a lot of ideas I wanted to build but didn't know how to start, I read tutorials and books but I didn't know how to build real stuff, and that was a real frustration because I couldn't call myself a programmer, but now I am thanks to Bloc and its amazing mentors.
Now I can dive myself into documentation sites and learn new stuff in a couple of weeks, I know Javascript, jQuery, React, React Native, Vue, Webpack, Gulp, Ruby on Rails (of course) and databases and deployment (among other development stuff).
I'm very happy I entered Bloc!
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S. Wentling
Bloc === Success
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Bloc has worked out exactly as I had hoped. Nothing more, nothing less. As an online bootcamp I feel that there is only so much support you can get from that setting but Bloc has been very prompt and the community is very supportive (ie. slack, facebook, support services, mentors). I started out with a degree in a completely different field and zero experience in development except a couple of codecademy courses I had done just prior to enrolling to make sure I actually enjoyed coding. Now, I'm a full time developer for a 'unicorn' company and I have earned back the tuition cost through contract work on the side while still learning in the program. So really, I've already broken even before any discussion about my career change and the amazing life change that has been. Bloc will show you what to do, but it's up to you to actually do it and figure out how to do it. The longer time frame and working with a mentor will allow you to explore your own interests and go beyond the curriculum which I would encourage. You get what you put into it just like anything, but that very much applies to this as well. Mentors are there to guide and coach not cram it into your brain. It takes hard work on your part too. No curriculum will just instantly make you a developer including 4 year degrees, I know plenty of people that just graduated an undergrad and are in programs just like this still. Try hard, work hard and Bloc is definitly worth it.
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Beth Fitzgerald
Bloc is outstanding!
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I just graduated from Bloc's Part-Time Web Developer Track. I did the 27 week pace, 2 mentor meetings a week. This was a very rigorous program and pace but I was able to take the time off work to do the curriculum full-time. (Whatever time Bloc says you need, just double/triple it.) It is a tough program.
I was a pro photographer for 20 years. I knew a fair amount of html and css. I knew how to set up Wordpress sites, tweak a WP template here or there. I also managed a Drupal site for a while, but that was about it. No real code or logic. I took several one-off courses before Bloc, but struggled to grasp tougher concepts.
Why Bloc? I am a 40-year-old mom so leaving to NYC or else where for 6 months was not my jam. Bloc offered a rigorous online program with the one-on-one with weekly mentoring. You can start and stop your program (with some limits) which is great for when my kiddo got sick, or my family needed me to work at our studio... basic life stuff.
As a female, I was awarded the Bloc/ Women Who Code #Civic Hacking Scholarship which was awesome! I think the tuition was worth it, scholarship or not, for the education you receive with mentoring.
I prepared for 6 months prior to Bloc by doing as much free online coding classes as possible just to get my brain ready. I knew this program would be tough for me.
Learning to code is emotional. There were many times I wanted to give up! But you get out what you put in! I kept showing up and fighting. I worked my tail off and sacrificed. It was well worth it. Painful at times, but the pain is short and in the end so so so rewarding.
My mentor really made this an amazing experience. Bloc has great mentors. Alex was so knowlegable, a brilliant Rails developer with tons of real-world tales about how he solved problems for his clients. He is also THE best teacher. He was always so understanding-- knowing when to push me and when just to help. I can not say enough about the Bloc's mentorship program. I would have never made it through without it. BUT, by the end of the program I was creating web apps on my own with confidence. Thanks Alex! Amazing!
I live in the small town of Portland, Maine and enjoy running a business so will likely freelance and create my own shop now. However, if I were in a mid-sized city, I could get hired with Bloc's training, no doubt. They offer a lot of help and training on finding work.
I highly recommend Bloc if you are willing to work hard. Loved, loved, loved it and so excited about my new career!
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Carissa C.
Student
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I am 7 weeks into the software developer track and so far, my experience has been awesome. I started learning to code on my own before enrolling in Bloc using a variety of free and paid online courses through Coursera, Udemy, EdX, etc. While those were good introductions to programming, what I have learned so far at Bloc has far exceeded what I had done on my own. Since I am stlil working a full time job, the online, self-paced format was a key part of my decision to go with Bloc, and I have not been disappointed. The content and order of topics (organized in modules and checkpoints) is very well thought out, and breaks down development into bite-sized pieces that make learning it seem much more feasible. At the same time, they are challenging and push me to learn, and so far have never felt bored. When I initially chose Bloc for the online platform, I now think that one of the best parts of the program is the 1-on-1 mentoring. I loved that I got to pick my mentor (from a huge list of qualified people), and so far it's been awesome. My mentor and I clicked right away, and she is very supportive and responsive to my questions, even outside of our weekly meetings. She has a great balance of helping me and directing me on how to solve/debug issues on my own.
Overall, I am so glad that I decided to start this program with Bloc. This has been a great fit for me based upon my stage in life. I am married with two young daughters, so this program has allowed me to still pursue a dream of learning software development and eventually switching careers into the tech industry, while still mainting my current job since I am the main breadwinner/insurance provider/etc. I can't wait to keep learning more in the coming months!
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Andrew
Designer Track Review
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I enrolled in the Designer Track course (6 months at full-time pace) and accepted a job offer 4 months in! I spent a lot of time researching the best option to get into the digital design industry. I came from a financial consulting role, so support when switching from another industry was important to me. Also, I loved that in addition to the entire design process, front-end development is also included in the curriculum. it's helped me a lot so far in my new product designer position within a software development agency in Chicago. The best part of Bloc, however, is the mentorship. 3 times a week I met with my amazing mentor Terry as he helped guide me (and push me when needed) as I discovered the world of design. His guidance throughout the program and specifically on my projects directly influenced my confidence as a new designer and is not only the reason I got a job - but the reason I'm doing well in my new role. I can't imagine I would have gotten the same level of education in another online bootcamp as I did with Bloc. Additionally, the ability to interact and work with other students and mentors in the very large Slack community is extremely valuable. Highly recommend if you're ready to take the leap into design or development and looking for a bootcamp/apprenticeship. Hard work but worth it.
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Monica Xue
Learning practical skills with projects!
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I am currently in my second month of the UI/UX Design Fundamentals with Bloc. I really like and appreciate the fact that this course is built around projects. We might not have accomplished too many designs, but we’ve been hands-on in every single stage of the whole designing and coding of an actual product / service. And in most checkpoints, we have the chance to practice and transfer what we have learned from the instruction videos to our own designs or projects. I think this type of teaching style is providing us with real ability and skills, as it can be very hard to keep the project going without knowing what we are doing. It is also very helpful because as UI/UX designers we will need to work alongside people that are in charge of different stages like visual design and front-end development,and we need to have at least working experience with all the necessary tools to understand their job.
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Julian Napolitan
Full Stack track review
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My company sponsored me to learn more about programming so I could help with maintaining some of our internal tools (I'm an HR technology specialist), and after doing some research I decided Bloc fit my needs and schedule the best. Prior to enrolling in Bloc's full stack web developer track, I had some working knowledge of some basic web languages like HTML and CSS, but I was very intimidated to learn more about Ruby on Rails, JavaScript, and the like. Bloc's guided self-paced curriculum in conjunction with 1:1 mentor meetings made grasping the complex programming topics involved in the curriculum not only manageable but also fun. My mentor Alex has been fantastic throughout my entire time with Bloc; always responding to inquiries quickly and providing support and expertise whenever I need it. Because of the great program and expertise Bloc and their mentors provide, I've gone from being intimidated by programming to confident in my abilities and I've even landed a more specialized job as an internal product developer for a major tech company. I would highly recommend this program for anyone looking to build skills and make a lateral career move into programming.
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Priya B
Great first step in the world of Design.
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I am glad I chose BLOC to be a catalyst in my career change.
I have been in the Design Program for a couple of months now and I already feel I have learnt a lot more than I would have anticipated. The BLOC curriculum is structured quite well and helps you build your skills in an intelligent manner.
Having the continuous guided support of my mentor accelerated my progress, helped me get over my obstacles, and pointed me in the right direction.
BLOC Slack community also allows us to communicate with any BLOC member to discuss concerns, ask questions, share knowledge and much more. Even though the program is online, it really gives me a feeling that I am learning with every student at BLOC as they share their experiences, frustrations and achievements.
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Dustin Fite
Bloc Experience
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About 3 months into the program, and a veteran of Codeacademy and TreeHouse and just about every other website you can think of trying to grind my way into web development. I can honestly say that in the 3 MONTHS enrolled i"ve learned more than all my combined time just punching away on these websites. It's challenging and fast paced and above all stressful, but don't let that discourage you. This course is fun and rewarding and there is a safety net of experienced mentors that are just an email away.
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Sean
Great so far at Bloc!
I'm about one month into the Web Developer track and I'm very happy with Bloc so far. The curriculum is great and designed so that you are excited to work on the projects. My mentor is very smart and has lots of experience in the industry. I always am feeling inspired after our meetings. The career prep part of the program is going well. Overall I feel I am learning a lot and enjoying myself.
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Justin B.
Positive Experience!
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I am currently 6 weeks into the Part Time Web Development Track and my experience with Bloc has been awesome. I am truly happy with how much I've learned in this time. I've tried to learn web development on my own but never made this much progress. Admittedly, the work is difficult and you really need the mental and emotinal stamina to push though. I give credit to Bloc for providing a great curriculum to follow. My mentor has also been an INVALUABLE source of information and support!
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Anna
Great Program, great mentor
I started the Bloc Design track program a little over a month ago, and it's been so great. I chose this program because it teaches you design basics as well as coding and I liked the idea of having a mentor. The mentorship aspect is really the best. My mentor is very encouraging and great at leading me to see where my best ideas are. Highly recommend the program.
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Ian
Great opportunity!
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I would heartily recommend Bloc to anyone looking for a cost-effective route to a new career in the ever burgeoning tech field. I'm only several weeks into the course so far, but I have learned plenty about basic user research, design principles, wireframing in Balsamiq and Illustrator, and constructing interfaces in Sketch. I'm on the part-time schedule (10-15 hrs/wk), which is a great option for people who need to work. I meet with my mentor once a week and it's a quick 30 mins but we do go through what I've worked on that week and he offers his insights. This aspect of the program is probably most valuable, having a seasoned professional to learn from. I know as the course gets more in depth, I'll benefit even more from having a mentor.
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Muhammad Javed
Software development track
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My expereience at bloc has been overwhelmingly postive .Having a mentor makes a night and day difference in learning , any problems that i run into i know ill have a mentor there to help guide me through it instead of me just researching and looking up the answer . The curriculum is updated regularly and is streamlined so you can blaze through it while having a good grasp of the core concepts . I would recommend Bloc to any one looking to change careers or even students who are considering a conventional CSE degree .
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Alxandra C.
Great courses and mentors
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I started the design track last March 23 and have been enjoying it so far. I've learned so much, the curriculum is great and my mentor is very knowledgeable and helpful. I look forward to every checkpoint, bloc makes bootcamp learning fun! I highly recommend this school if you're looking to switch careers or just add on some skill sets. I'll update my review with the job assistance part when i get there. :)
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Tim
Best Professional Decision I've Ever Made
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After years in Customer Service and Sales jobs, I knew it was time to make a career change. After attending many different open houses and conducting research on all of the different bootcamps and graduate school options, I decided that Bloc was the right choice for me. In just seven months, I have been able to begin building a solid portfolio of design and front-end development work. In this time, I've also learned how to use approximately a dozen design tools and received extensive one-on-one direction from my mentor, who has been there to help me every step of the way. Whenever I've felt stuck on or needed feedback on an assignment, I've been able to connect with fellow students and receive feedback within hours, if not minutes. The cost-coupled with the hands-on mentorship you receive and the tools that you are exposed to-has been absolutely worth it for me. There is a tremendous amount to learn, but I absolutely feel that I made the right choice. There is a long road ahead before I'll be ready to make my mark in the Design field, but I don't feel that any other program could prepare me for the challenge as well as Bloc has thus far. Highly recommended!
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Diego A
Clear and Challenging!
Make no mistake, the courses are clear and the mentors are always there for you BUT you must study and do a lot of research. The curriculum is great and it works for my chedule!
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Jeannine O.
Designer Track
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I researched several different Web Design boot camps before choosing Bloc. I am happy so far with the program. The content is easy to follow, but still challenging. The one-on-one mentorship is very helpful. Its great to have someone to ask for feedback on my work and to answer any questions that I have. I have a print design background, but the course has already taught me some new concepts. I am looking forward to adding to my existing portfolio with my Bloc coursework.
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Yury
Full Stack track
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First I have to start that I have a full-time job in tech already and I'm not willing to let it go. Part time option of Bloc.io was the perfect predefined solution for me and will be for those who have bills to pay and a family to support. I have received a scholarship as a Veteran. The process of enrollment is smooth and painless. A bit confusing at first with the subcontract to get you up to speed with essential tools, but after you pass that, you will totally value the approach. The format of learning is step by step instruction and assignments to test your knowledge at the end. All the way you have an instructor to answer you questions - the main reason I have chosen this program, btw. You have from 1 to 4 meeting a week depending on the pace you have chosen, you can change pace anytime, as many times as you want. Which gives you a relevant freedom to finish the program as soon as you can/want. If thinking to drop out program offers prorated reimbursement. Watch out, 15% falling behind will exclude you from that privilege.
Bottom line the program was a great experience so far, that gives you an option to keep your job, challenges you with a rigorous curriculum and a human support. Highly recommended.
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Matthew Musser
Bloc is great!
If you are looking for a great coding bootcamp look no further than Bloc! Bloc is a great coding bootcamp with great mentors. My mentor is very helpful and knows what he is talking about when it comes to Web Development! Bloc's curriculem is top notch; I've learned so much from them since I started the Web Development track a few months ago! Choose Bloc!
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Jeremy Wind
A Great Program!
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Hello,
I began the Part-Time Web Developement Track at Bloc early March. I must say, I am thoroughly enjoying it. The curriculum is clear, concise, and has always left me with feeling comfortable with what I have learned. I recently just completed my first "bigger" project, Bloc-Jams, and I thoroughly enjoyed the entire process. I learned more than I could imagine throughout these past 3 weeks, and my mentor always replied within hours to help whenever I had an issue. The hands-on and mastery learning style that Bloc achieves is a true testiment to the strength of the program overall. I know I have enjoyed the past weeks, partly to the constant support Bloc provides. I have never been this excited to put my nose to the grindstone before! -
Matilda
Amazing Experience
Im currently enrolled at bloc for the UX Design course. I picked the 9th month track and it's amazing. Having the cariculum online really gives me the flexibility to work as fast or slow as I want. The work is challenging, interesting and I have weekly support with a mentor. I really recommend this boot camp to anyone interested in design, and being a creative problem solver.
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Nate
Bloc Web Developer Track
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My experience so far with Bloc has been fantastic. I am coming from a background in Mechanical engineering and robotics, so I was really hoping that the curriculum would go in depth about concepts and not just scratch the surface. It did this incredibly well. Between having access to a very qualified mentor, an beautifuly designed curriculum, and excellent resources for whatever you need, Bloc sets you up to become a junior developer as quickly as possible.
I would absolutely recommend them to anyone who is interested in learning the skills to become a software developer.
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Gabriel Cralley
Responsive, Integrated Curriculum
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Bloc has been an incredibly positive experience for me, especially relative to my independent forays into teaching myself computer programming.
The curriculum not only teaches discrete skills. It applies them immediately to create a functional app as early as three weeks into the program. Furthermore, the mentor support fosters further learning. Because I had access to an experienced programmer at all times, I never had to stew too long in a skill that I did not understand.
Overall, Bloc combines integrated curriculum with impeccable staff support to ensure student success.
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Anthony
Great Experience
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I recently finished the part time web developer track with Bloc. I started last summer with basically no coding experience, and came out with a portfoilio full of projects, a solid understanding of object oriented programming, and a lot of support for finding a job.
The mentorship is the best part of Bloc. I had the privilege of having two mentors throughout the course, both of whom were fantastic. They both had a great way of breaking down abstract ideas into something I could understand, were always willing to answer my questions, and continue to provide me support even after the completion of the course.Along with a great mentorship program, the Bloc community is amazing as well. The slack channel for Bloc is very supportive for those that have questions, want to network, and basically anything else. I always felt at ease knowing that my Bloc buddies on slack were there for me if I needed them. Having graduated, I have reached out to some Bloc graduates in the area, and they have been very kind in terms of connecting me with people and giving me advice.
Web development is a large field, and there is only so much you can learn in six months. Bloc does a great job at teaching you enough to feel confident moving forward, and enough to put on your portfolio and resume as you apply for jobs. Bloc not only taught me alot, but made me even more excited as I enter the tech world.
While Bloc is great, it is only as good as you make it for yourself. You have to put in the work, and at times it can be very challenging learning new topics. Programming is hard and requires a lot of work and dedication. I worked a full time job while enrolled in Bloc; and while it was hard at times, I am glad I did it and would recommend it to anyone looking for a challenge and taking a next step in their career! If you are hesitant ( like I was in the beginning ), I would say go for it!
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Aaron
Designer Track Program
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If you are deciding on a career change into UX or UI design, I would highly recommend you to look into Bloc's Designer Track program. The material that Bloc teaches you is very practical and you learn how to use design software that current UX/UI designers use. Before the program, I had always thought that the Adobe Creative Suite was out of reach and that it would be very difficult to learn. However, going through Bloc's curriculum has proved me wrong, and thankfully it did! I have also had the chance to use other software and services such as Sketch, Balsamiq, and inVision.
Furthermore, you do a deep-dive learning into Frontend Development, and learning how to code never hurts anyone, right? Though debugging code can be a pain, it is very rewarding when you can code your own project.
My mentor, Sharon, is also wonderful and provides me great feedback and suggestions.
I am currently a full-time student doing the 36 week track, and I can tell you that you really do need to dedicate time and hours to learning at Bloc. However, your effort and dedication will pay off. I'm almost 3 months into the program and have already completed my first project!
Overall, I would say that it has been a great ride so far. No major complaints :)
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Jonathan Look
Bloc is AMAZING!
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I've been wanting to learn web development for a long time now but I have a hard to learning by myself through websites that teach you to code. (teamtreehouse.com, codeacademy.com, etc.) Bloc has given me that accounatbility to learn what I need to learn and help me reach my goal of finding a job as a web devloper. The mentorship is amazing and my mentor helps push me along. He's really great at helping me solve the issues that I'm having and always answers any questions that I may have. I would reccomend Bloc to anyone that wants to get into Web Devleopment!!