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I want to preface this by saying that I intentionally waited a year after graduating to write this review. I chose to do this because I wanted to share perspective on not only the job search process, but also my time at my new position and how I have fared being brand new to the technology industry.
Back Story (if you care lol)
Prior to Wyncode I only dabbled in JavaScript, working about halfway through what I later learned was a very poor intr...
I want to preface this by saying that I intentionally waited a year after graduating to write this review. I chose to do this because I wanted to share perspective on not only the job search process, but also my time at my new position and how I have fared being brand new to the technology industry.
Back Story (if you care lol)
Prior to Wyncode I only dabbled in JavaScript, working about halfway through what I later learned was a very poor intro to JS online class that I bought for $10. I had thought about getting into technology and software development for years, but it never seemed feasible with coding bootcamps being expensive and out of state. Then a friend of mine told me about Wyncode in Miami and I was intrigued. I filled out some preliminary info online and then, to be honest, sort of forgot about it. A few weeks later I am on the beach and I get a call from a number I don't know. Now normally I never answer these types of calls but for some reason that day I did. Crazy enough it was Maria, one of the admissions officers at Wyncode. We had a very genuine conversation where I didn't once feel like I was being pushed or sold. Instead I was invited to a free Intro to JS class where I could meet other people like me, instructors and the Founders of Wyncode. Long story short I went and was blown away with the space, the people and the overall energy. I started to believe this was possible. After that things started falling into place one after another and within a couple months of that phone call I was registered to start class in the summer.
The Actual Review
If I had to sum up the reasons why I attended/primary benefits of attending Wyncode it would be three things: Mentorship, Network and Resource Curation.
If you talk to anyone that is successful I can guarantee you that they will tell you they would not be where they are today without one or more Mentors. This is especially true with software development. You need someone who has gone before and done what you are trying to do. They can show you the way, encourage you when you struggle and most of all be living proof that the insane thing that you are trying to do is actually possible. This is something that is incredibly difficult to find on your own, especially if you have little to no ties to the technology industry. I found this in the instructors, TA's, graduates and even other classmates at Wyncode. If you are willing to seek them out there are an abundance of mentors ready and willing to help you on your path.
When it comes to finding a job, Network is absoutely imperative. Wyncode achieves this in many ways, obviously the group of people I mentioned as mentors, but in addition to that you are exposed to countless events, conferences, interviews and of course Wynwork. Wynwork is headed up by a few Wyncode employees and is a network of employers and graduates who all work together to help provide you with resources and leads to find a job once you have employable skills. I am here to tell you that without a Network, or taking advantage of said Network, you WILL NOT find a job.
And lastly, resource curation. This one is huge. If you read my intro you know that I attempted to learn JS prior to Wyncode. It didn't go so well. Let's be clear, everything you can and will learn at Wyncode you can find for free on the internet. The issue is that as a total noob you have no idea whether the material you find is the most organized, efficient, informative and/or up to date. How would you be able to know? This is where the Wynfam comes in. They have gone before, successfully pushed through hundreds of people through their currciculum. They know what you need to know, the best way of teaching it and constantly refine and update to stay on top of trends. This alone is worth the price of tuition! It will accelerate your learning at least 5x.
For these three reasons I can honestly tell you as I sit here at the desk of my well compensated, multi perk job that Wyncode is worth the price of admission and then some. It WILL NOT be easy. On the contrary, going through this program was probably the hardest thing I have ever done. But it was something that I thought a lot about and felt deeply was true to my passion. And so even though I spent 12 hours a day 6 days a week coding for 10 weeks, I never once resented it. Instead I absolutely cherished every moment, even staying at Wynbase until 2am on a Friday night by myself to finish an assignment. When you know you are on the right path you can do anything.
The Job Search
The job search support and resources that Wyncode provides are excellent but only if you take advantage of them. You might think that getting through the course is the hard part but its actually after that really counts. My best advice is to be a yes man/woman. Attend every event that Wyncode provides for the job search process and pursue every lead, every connection to a fault. If you want to get the most out of your experience you have to be absolutlely ruthless and never let up for a second. The week after my graduation I attended networking events every night. I pursued every possible lead I could find. I can say that I was incredibly lucky to have a lead from a very close friend with an amazing company that gave me an initial phone interview within two weeks after graduating. After the phone screen I was invited to an in person interview that was 4 hours long and received a job offer the same day. I waited a few weeks to see some other opportunities through but eventually accepted that offer as it checked all of my boxes. I will admit that I was extremely lucky to accept a job offer within 5-6 weeks of graduation. While this is certainly not the norm, it is definitely possible. The biggest piece of advice I can give is to leverage your network, especially any long standing relationships if at all possible. I'm talking about close friends or at least people that you were close with at one time. These are the people that are most likely to go to bat for you and therefore increase your chances of making it through the entire interview process. While it is definitely possible to get a job without leveraging network, it is definitely more difficult and will probably take longer.
The Job
I now work as an IT Consultant with a Software Engineering focus. I split my time 75/25 with software engineering and client engagement. While a lot of the skills I picked up have been put to use here, the most important thing I learned is the "get it done"/"growth" mentality. The idea that anything is possible with the proper mindset and self application. At my job we are constantly faced with a myriad of challenges and Wyncode definitely helped me to learn that I can solve any problem if I apply myself enough. It is a skill that I will take with me for the rest of my life. If the only thing you get from this program is that, you've won. In that regard I can truthfully say that this program more than adequately prepared me for the real world.
Conclusion
While I could go on longer about the cold brew on tap, modern facilities and prime location in the heart of Wynwood, at this point if you are still reading this then I think you already have made your mind up. Make the phone call, submit your info online, do whatever it takes and take the plunge! I promise you won't regret it and possibly you might end up changing your life! I know I did!!
How much does BrainStation cost?
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