Code Platoon is a non-profit coding bootcamp located in Chicago, Illinois specifically designed for veterans and military spouses transitioning into the civilian workforce by providing technical training and career placement. Code Platoon offers 15-week, full-time and 28-week, part-time Full-stack Software Engineering and DevOps and Cloud Engineering bootcamps. Code Platoon's DevOps bootcamp is only offered as a 28-week part-time program. Programs are available to attend in-person or remotely via video conference. Students are taught technical skills that leverage the core competencies of problem-solving, teamwork, and discipline.
The Code Platoon curriculum immerses students in learning full stack web development, including Python, Django, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. The Python and Javascript track includes five modules: computer science/programming fundamentals, the World Wide Web, data science, Amazon Web Services, and creating applications. No prior programming experience is required to enroll. Upon graduation, students are eligible for paid internships with Code Platoon’s corporate sponsors.
Code Platoon accepts the GI Bill and VET TEC. General scholarships are also available to eligible students. The majority of students have 80% or more of their tuition covered through VA benefits and/or scholarships.
Reviews
147 reviews of Code Platoon
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Rexford WiafeGraduate · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive · Graduated 2022
Great Coding Bootcamp
Code Platoon is a great coding bootcamp for vets and their spouses. I attended in person and got placed with a company through the internship program before I graduated.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Ka LeungGraduate · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance · Graduated 2022
Software Engineer
Great set of classmate and instructor. Signing up to attend the class was easy and painless. Learned a lot of new technology with supportive instructor and classmate. The full stack development program was 7 months long and within the 7 months it can take a...Great set of classmate and instructor. Signing up to attend the class was easy and painless. Learned a lot of new technology with supportive instructor and classmate. The full stack development program was 7 months long and within the 7 months it can take a beginner to coding to create full stack application!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Josh RichardsonGraduate · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance · Graduated 2022
Code Platoon for the win!
As a recent graduate of the Weekends and Evenings cohort, I can't speak highly enough of the entire Code Platoon organization! From admission to graduation, the staff were there to help every step of the way. Coming from a completely non-technical backgroun...As a recent graduate of the Weekends and Evenings cohort, I can't speak highly enough of the entire Code Platoon organization! From admission to graduation, the staff were there to help every step of the way. Coming from a completely non-technical background, the instructors were clear and concise with their lessons and always encouraged us to asked questions. It can be demanding at times with working a full-time job, but it is expected and manageable. If you're on the fence about switching careers into Software Engineering, stop thinking and join Code Platoon! You will NOT regret it!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
MelissaGraduate · Graduated 2022
Exceptional Experience at Code Platoon
Code Platoon was an absolute game changer for me. I had been teaching myself to code for several years before I took the plunge and applied to Code Platoon. While I felt I needed more time to prepare prior to applying (I had 0 experience working with tech) ...Code Platoon was an absolute game changer for me. I had been teaching myself to code for several years before I took the plunge and applied to Code Platoon. While I felt I needed more time to prepare prior to applying (I had 0 experience working with tech) I I was holding myself back by not applying sooner. I was not teaching myself nearly as efficiently or effectively as Code Platoon. The curriculum was always at least one step ahead of my level of understanding and the instructors and my peers were always there to answer questions and make sure I was keeping up. The amount of knowledge I learned in 6 months is incredible, probably more useful than my degrees. Overall, I felt like Code Platoon went above and beyond in investing in my success, the curriculum was challenging but not impossible and I'm looking forward to having continued support as I begin the job hunt!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Phillip HallSoftware Engineer · Graduated 2022
Challenging but rewarding
This was a great experience, challenging but very well structured and its clear that the entire staff and instructors are interested and invested in providing a great learning experience and improving constantly. Highly recommend to anyone looking to break ...This was a great experience, challenging but very well structured and its clear that the entire staff and instructors are interested and invested in providing a great learning experience and improving constantly. Highly recommend to anyone looking to break into software from the militaryOverall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
PorfirioStudent · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance · Graduation year 2022
Hard work, but they don't call it a bootcamp for nothing!
Code Platoon is an amazing resource for veterans and veteran spouses. The program and instructers were top tier, but their commitment to make the camp accessible to any vet/spouse who wants to join is what impressed me most. We were taught industry standard...Code Platoon is an amazing resource for veterans and veteran spouses. The program and instructers were top tier, but their commitment to make the camp accessible to any vet/spouse who wants to join is what impressed me most. We were taught industry standard technologies, and though it was at times like drinking from a fire hose, the support system made sure we were set up to succeed.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Stephen SunGraduate · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance · Graduated 2021
Military Veterans or Military Spouses
If you're a military veteran or military spouse, look no other place than Code Platoon's Bootcamp. Code Platoon's cohort offers plenty of options to help pay for tuition such as the Post 9/11 GI Bill, VET TEC and scholarships. The staff and TAs are very kno...If you're a military veteran or military spouse, look no other place than Code Platoon's Bootcamp. Code Platoon's cohort offers plenty of options to help pay for tuition such as the Post 9/11 GI Bill, VET TEC and scholarships. The staff and TAs are very knowledgeable on the subject and offers flexible courses to help fit your schedule. In order to be successful, you must treat this cohort like a full time job. The staff and TAs genuinely want to see you succeed and are willing to help you both during the cohort and post.
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Adam ZData Science Engineer · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance · Graduation year 2021
Excellent Experience
Code Platoon was an excellent experience. They do a great job training students of all skill levels and I felt fully supported the entire time!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Yang ZhouSoftware Engineer · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance · Graduated 2021
Absolutely the best choice for veterans breaking into tech
Everyone from the staff, instructors, the admin team and the students body is absolutely professional and friendly. Because every student in the community shares the same military background there is a seamless connection and made it a lot easier to collabo...Everyone from the staff, instructors, the admin team and the students body is absolutely professional and friendly. Because every student in the community shares the same military background there is a seamless connection and made it a lot easier to collaborate with every one.
The bootcamp is by no means an easy one, you really have to be studying on your own time after class and prepare to give up some leisure time. But the instructors team and the TAs are always there to be ready to help you.
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Alexander StevensonEngineer · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive · Graduated 2019
THE BEST Coding Bootcamp Option for Veterans and Spouses
- One of the best career decisions I ever made
- Accommodating
- Affordable
- ChallengingOverall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Jacob CrawfordSoftware Engineer · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive · Graduated 2021
Awesome program
Code Platoon was tough and very fast. It is best to go in knowing at least most of the content to some extent. Also, most students have created webpages or other projects before so the pace is intense. But the instructors, TAs and other students are very he...Code Platoon was tough and very fast. It is best to go in knowing at least most of the content to some extent. Also, most students have created webpages or other projects before so the pace is intense. But the instructors, TAs and other students are very helpful and can help you. It is worth it. In my opinion this program is as good as it gets. I liked having full stack in one course.
Lots of help is provided from configuring your coding environment, environment variables, getting the right packages, and sometimes downgrading to a package that works. The students are all very knowledgable and smart and can usually help you.
cons: A lot of people take this course while already knowing almost all of it which can make you feel very behind. Some had already worked as engineers, many had already designed webpages. If you can help it you would want to have exposure to some or most of the curriculum. Additionally, the internships are competitive. If the class is large not everyone will get placed.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0Rodrigo Levy of Code Platoon
Executive Director
Jan 29, 2022
Thanks Jacob for that review! You are right that many of our students have some prior experience in software development, and a small percentage are even pursuing computer science degrees. But well over half of our students state that they had virtually no prior coding knowledge when started our free, recommended coding tutorials to prepare for completing our application. And you are absolutely right, the most successful students will use the time between being accepted, and actually starting the class, to familiarize themselves with some of the material we cover, and we provide guidance on how to do that. -
Susan StephanGraduate · Graduated 2022
Awesome experience!
I went into this course with very little coding experience and came out being able to code a full-stack Django/React app! This course is extremely fast-paced and not easy, but if you're willing to put in the work, the instructors, TAs, and volunteers are al...I went into this course with very little coding experience and came out being able to code a full-stack Django/React app! This course is extremely fast-paced and not easy, but if you're willing to put in the work, the instructors, TAs, and volunteers are all there to encourage and help you along the way to graduation. The curriculum was very well thought out and a great foundation for web development. I have so much more to learn, but I'm looking forward to my job search and am confident that there is something out there for me.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Mike RobertsonStudent · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive · Graduation year 2022
Absolutely Outstanding
An extremely professional organization, dedicated to making every day of the course useful and productive. Course material is 90% learning things you'll need to get through interviews then hit the ground running and 10% here is the world of coding so you ca...An extremely professional organization, dedicated to making every day of the course useful and productive. Course material is 90% learning things you'll need to get through interviews then hit the ground running and 10% here is the world of coding so you can decide if where you want to pursue you career.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
SethGraduate · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance · Graduated 2022
An amazing way to learn
Code Platoon is a self paced program that delivers on its promise. It is a rigorous, fast paced, challenging program that is meant to prepare graduates for a career as a full stack software developer. The instructors lay out expectations early and give ampl...Code Platoon is a self paced program that delivers on its promise. It is a rigorous, fast paced, challenging program that is meant to prepare graduates for a career as a full stack software developer. The instructors lay out expectations early and give ample feedback on your progress.
The remote community that they foster is second to none. It was amazing to see that as a student I never felt alone. Any time of the day if I asked a question, there was an instructor, teacher assistant, or fellow student that was willing to help.
The curriculum is amazing. They are very focused on making each iteration better than the last and are very receptive to feedback.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Morgan MStudent · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance · Graduation year 2022
Amazing Experience!
Could not recommend more! I went from knowing basic Python and JavaScript to being able to create a full stack web application in a matter of less than four months, growing in so many ways. Throughout the course the instructors and staff ensure that student...Could not recommend more! I went from knowing basic Python and JavaScript to being able to create a full stack web application in a matter of less than four months, growing in so many ways. Throughout the course the instructors and staff ensure that students are consistently in the "stretch zone," where we are challenged but not overloaded. The patience, knowledge, and willingness to make us better engineers and people is what sets apart Code Platoon from many other organizations, and what made the experience so worthwhile. Expect to work very hard, increase your hard and soft skills, and make new teammates that all share the military as a common background. I cannot say enough good things about Code Platoon, Rod, Tom, Ankur, Jon, and the rest of the staff there.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
stevenStudent · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance · Graduation year 2022
papa platoon
this bootcamp was rigorous and challenging for sure. but the class is organized in a very structured way to the point you are rarely confused where the class is at or what's coming up. the instructors and TA's were extremely helpful and understanding of the...this bootcamp was rigorous and challenging for sure. but the class is organized in a very structured way to the point you are rarely confused where the class is at or what's coming up. the instructors and TA's were extremely helpful and understanding of the students. overall, i feel miles more confident at my software development and problem-solving skills than when i went in.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Jonas PaulikasGraduate · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance · Graduated 2021
Graduate
14 weeks of instruction in JavaScript, Python, OOP, Django, React, PostgreSQL, & HTML / CSS. Instructors, TA's, and mentors REALLY go above and beyond to help you understand the material. There's also career coaching, resume coaching, plenty of networking o...14 weeks of instruction in JavaScript, Python, OOP, Django, React, PostgreSQL, & HTML / CSS. Instructors, TA's, and mentors REALLY go above and beyond to help you understand the material. There's also career coaching, resume coaching, plenty of networking opportunities, etc. The resources are truly endless, if you have a desire to learn. On top of that, the available internship program is top notch. I really can't say enough good things about this school. Thank you, Rod, and everyone for making Code Platoon happen!!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Michael O.Graduate · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive · Graduated 2021
Game Changer
I am going to assume that at least some of the people reading this are either veterans or military spouses that have come across Code Platoon and are trying to decide if the program is worth it. I just finished it and I can tell you with complete confidence...I am going to assume that at least some of the people reading this are either veterans or military spouses that have come across Code Platoon and are trying to decide if the program is worth it. I just finished it and I can tell you with complete confidence that it is worth every bit of your time and if you have the opportunity, do the application and commit to the course. If you are worried about the cost, lucky for you, they work with many sponsors that provide scholarships that cover most if not all of the tuition. To add to that, the team behind code platoon also works with these sponsors to provide internships and sometimes full-time positions following the course for many of the students, which I'm not sure any other boot camps do. The course itself is top-notch and the instructors are super knowledgeable and attentive to all levels of ability coming into each cohort. It will absolutely prepare you for an entry-level position in software. The stack they teach is up to date with the industry and the concepts you learn will give you a good base for starting and continuing down this career path. At this time, the course is fully remote which I expected to be a hassle but It didn't detract from the learning experience in my opinion.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Jose RodriguezStudent · Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance · Graduation year 2021
Student review
Code platoon is without a doubt the best coding camp out there. With the added assistance from instructors, versatile curriculum, job assistance and career prep, it has truly made me ready to enter the world of software development and engage in a new career.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
WilsonGraduate · Graduated 2021
You're gonna learn every day
It is a very intensive coding boot camp that teaches you a ton beyond just coding. In the end they teach you a ton of skills beyond coding and assisting in getting a job during and after the course. Really valuable experience and when I talk to friends in t...It is a very intensive coding boot camp that teaches you a ton beyond just coding. In the end they teach you a ton of skills beyond coding and assisting in getting a job during and after the course. Really valuable experience and when I talk to friends in the industry, they all say that I've been set up well for success.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0
Courses
3 Code Platoon Courses
Full details, syllabus, tuition, and reviews available on each course page.
Outcomes
Code Platoon Alumni Outcomes
100%
Employment Rate
100%
Graduation Rate
$52,000
Median Salary
100% of students intended to seek in-field employment within 180 days of graduating. 0% of students did not intend to seek in-field employment. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 9 graduates included in this report:
180 Day employment breakdown
| Employed in-field | 100.0% |
| Full-time employee | 33.3% |
| Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position | 66.7% |
| Short-term contract, part-time, or freelance | 0.0% |
| Started a new company or venture after graduation | 0.0% |
| Not seeking in-field employment | 0.0% |
| Employed out-of-field | 0.0% |
| Continuing to higher education | 0.0% |
| Not seeking a job for health, family, or personal reasons | 0.0% |
| Still seeking job in-field | 0.0% |
| Could not contact | 0.0% |
salary breakdown
Notes and Caveats
Read the full Code Platoon CIRR Report here.
News
Recent Code Platoon News
Mike McGee
Updated January 06, 2026
With AI reshaping education and workforce development throughout 2025, coding bootcamps continued to evolve their offerings while navigating significant policy changes. The year saw the passage of Workforce Pell, new accreditation pathways for short-term programs, and a surge in AI-focused training initiatives, with bootcamps positioning themselves in an AI-driven economy. From federal funding ...
Liz Eggleston
Updated March 23, 2026
Thanks to the Dole Act, VET TEC funding is back until 2027! Alicia Boddy, the founder of the VET TEC Working Group and a tremendous advocate for veterans pursuing careers in tech, breaks down what VET TEC 2.0 will look like for veterans and training providers. Find out who will be eligible for VET TEC, when to apply for VET TEC funding this year, and how VET TEC will affect your GI Bill benefit...
Jess Feldman
Updated September 17, 2026
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Jess Feldman
Updated September 17, 2026
While some tech companies like Slack and Apple have shared that ~7-8% of their US workforces identify as LGBTQ, visibility for LGBTQ+ folks in the tech industry remains a struggle. Diversity in entrepreneurship and in the workplace is essential – it ensures different perspectives and experiences are represented within a team and encourages new ideas and better problem-solving. With 700,000 tech...
Alicia Boddy
Updated January 11, 2025
What Is VET TEC? VET TEC is an innovative VA education benefit that allows veterans to attend a coding bootcamp for free, includes remote training, and pays a monthly housing stipend to students. VET TEC stands for Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses. And VET TEC is all about jobs – the VA specifically works with training providers that prioritize meaningful employment withi...
Imogen Crispe
Updated October 17, 2019
Each month, the Course Report team rounds up the most interesting bootcamp industry news that we read and talked about in our office. In April, we were showered with a ton of exciting fundraising and acquisition news, ISAs (income sharing agreements) continued to be a hot topic, and coding bootcamps began getting approved for a new veterans program called VET TEC. We also saw some great diversi...
Imogen Crispe
Updated September 17, 2026
In the coding bootcamp industry in June 2018 the biggest trend we saw was coding bootcamps funneling grads into apprenticeships! We also saw two big fundraises by bootcamp-adjacent organizations, we heard about some interesting new legislation which could change how online bootcamps operate, and some bootcamp alumni launched exciting new careers. We also look at the effect bootcamps are having ...
Imogen Crispe
Updated September 17, 2026
On the Course Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup, we keep you up to date with the blossoming coding bootcamp industry. This November, we're covering the WeWork/Flatiron School acquisition, over $2M in funding to various bootcamps, and why tech is booming in "Heartland" cities. Of course we also look at new schools, new campuses, and our favorite pieces to work on this month for the Course Repo...
Imogen Crispe
Updated September 17, 2026
Need a summary of news about coding bootcamps from July 2017? Course Report has just what you need! We’ve put together the most important news and developments in this blog post and podcast. In July, we read about the closure of two major coding bootcamps, we dived into a number of new industry reports, we heard some student success stories, we read about new investments in bootcamps, and we we...
Imogen Crispe
Updated September 17, 2026
Haven’t had time to keep up with all the coding bootcamp news this March? Not to worry– we’ve compiled it for you in a handy blog post and podcast. This month, we read a lot about CIRR and student outcomes reporting, we heard from reporters and coding bootcamp students about getting hired after coding bootcamp, a number of schools announced exciting diversity initiatives, and we added a handful...
Imogen Crispe
Updated September 17, 2026
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Imogen Crispe
Updated September 17, 2026
Welcome to the September 2016 Course Report monthly coding bootcamp news roundup! Each month, we look at all the happenings from the coding bootcamp world from new bootcamps to big fundraising announcements, to interesting trends. Of course, we cover our 2016 Outcomes and Demographics Report (we spent a ton of time on this one and hope everyone gets a chance to read it)! Other trends include gr...
Liz Eggleston
Updated September 17, 2026
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Liz Eggleston
Updated September 17, 2026
We all know that veterans make great coders: discipline, collaboration, and technical skills are all synonymous with the military. Until 2017, the GI Bill, which covers education benefits for veterans, was slow to cover code schools, accelerated learning programs, or online education. However, with the enactment of the Forever GI Bill in August 2017, it's becoming easier for coding bootcamps to...
Jess Feldman
Updated September 17, 2026
We’ve all seen the statistics, and the verdict is clear: women are vastly underrepresented in technical fields. While women are the leading adopters of technology, the software development industry is only made up of 20% women. Course Report wants to see more women in technical roles, and coding bootcamps have a unique opportunity to boost these numbers. One way to attract women to apply and en...
FAQ
Code Platoon FAQs
Find answers to the most-asked questions.
Is Code Platoon worth it?
In 2019, Code Platoon reported a graduation rate of 100%, a median salary of $52,000, and an in-field employment rate of 100%.
How much does Code Platoon cost?
Code Platoon courses cost up to $18,000 for DevOps Engineering (Remote Only).
What courses does Code Platoon teach?
Code Platoon offers courses like Full Stack Web Developer Immersive / Remote Attendance, Full Stack Web Developer Immersive, DevOps Engineering (Remote Only).
Where does Code Platoon have campuses?
Code Platoon has an in-person campus in Chicago.
Does Code Platoon offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Yes. Code Platoon accepts the GI Bill!
Is Code Platoon legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 147 Code Platoon alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Code Platoon and shared their experiences. Their overall rating is 4.95 out of 5.
Can I read Code Platoon reviews?
You can read 147 reviews of Code Platoon on Course Report! Code Platoon alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Code Platoon and shared their experiences. Their overall rating is 4.95 out of 5.
Is Code Platoon accredited?
Approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education as a Private and Vocational School. GI Bill Approved by The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs. VET TEC approved provider through the Department of Veteran Affairs.