Code Platoon

I just completed Code Platoon with the Bravo cohort.  It was a great opportunity and I could not have asked for more.  Jon is a great teacher and all of the TAs were very helpful/knowledgeable.  It is a great way to get your foot in the door of the tech world.

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I currently serving Army National Guard. I can't thank enough to the program. I didn't know any coding before I join the program. It is intense but I got more than I paid for and expected it. I got a job offer before I graduate it because of Code Platoon. If you are a vet, currently serving or a spouse and interested in coding please consider this program! 

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I'm an Air Force vet who had no coding experience when I satrted Code Platoon. I dedicated myself 100% to the process and worked very hard. Now, I am able to code and create software. 

The curriculm is very well thought out and you will learn languages and frameworks that employers are seeking.

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As somebody who is studying computer science and attended the first cohort of CodePlatoon, I found the bootcamp to be a great way to break into the industry.  The 8 of us that graduated the 16 week program gained a deeper understanding of many of the in demand skills employers want and we were all placed in internships that gave us some crucial developer experience.  Highly recommend to any veteran seriously interested in a career as a developer.

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Code Platoon obviously focuses on Software Engineering for fullstack development, but with the growing rate of AI Code Platoon has done a great job of balancing the fundamentals of software engineering while incorporating and layering on AI as an enabler to be more effective both in learning and in development. Additionally, they provide resources I didn't even expect for soft skills related to things like individual resume mentors, interview (both technical and behavioral) prep, project management, product managers as well as agile methodology and team collaboration. Couldn't recommend more.  Read less

I took the time to research coding boot camps and consistently I kept hearing great things about Code Platoon. Especially at a time when there have been so many horrendous things coming out about coding boot camps taking money from students and not delivering on what they promised. This boot camp is different. There is camaraderie just like in the military. And as a military spouse, we are treated with the same respect as veterans and those that are using Skillbridge to learn. This boot camp is intense and not for the faint of heart. I would recommend everyone to check out Code Platoon. I have grown so much in my confidence, my knowledge about coding and my abilities. You will not be disappointed, these people truly care about teaching you the right things and they care about you getting a job afterwards! Read less

Code Platoon is a tremendous opportunity for veterans and veteran spouses to learn full-stack software development.  The instructors are world-class and will train you to become proficient in full-stack software development with javascript, python, postgresql, html, css, django, react, and  more.  The instructors and student body are supportive and focused on your success in the program.  You won't find a better experience than Code Platoon. Read less

This was an amazing experience. Staff including TA's were extremely supportive and have helped me grow into a full stack developer. I could not have learned full stack dev in such a short period of time on my own. The curriculum, instructors, and TA's played a major role in my success. Read less

I attended the Evening and Weekend program (fully remote) from January 2022 - July 2022. I had been coding pretty basic projects in sort of an IT help desk role for a couple years leading up to the program; I had no experience with modern frameworks or web applications.

This program was exactly what I needed to connect the dots between my fairly basic experience and the frameworks/principles/buzzwords that you see in so many job postings. An organized curriculum and time spent with instructors turned out to be what was missing in my self-paced journey prior to CP.
I also have to mention that working on projects with peers was huge upside to the program. Employers are curious how you work/code with others. CP emphasized pair programming sessions for that reason. This helped provide some context to reflect on during interviews.
After graduation, the crew that helped with the job search was incredibly helpful as well. They always touched base with me and encouraged me to refine my process and keep pushing.
I received an offer about 8 weeks into my job search. I wish I had joined an earlier cohort, it was a life-changing program. I'd recommend this program to anyone. Read less

Code Platoon was an overall great experience. I learned so much, and talking with senior software engineers out in the field about the curriculum, they were also impressed with the stuff we were being taught. This is a great option for veterans, active duty, or spouses.  Read less

My experience at Code Platoon was challenging as well as one of the most rewarding things that I've ever done. I started the 14 week course with no prior college, or coding/tech experience. I graduated from the full-time full stack software engineering course on May 14th, 2021. It was a very fast-paced, immersive program. I started with pre-work after being accepted into the program and that's where I learned JavaScript and algorithmic programming, so take the pre-work seriously and really focus on learning the syntax/basics, because we took of at a sprint on the first day. I am confident in saying that I feel nervous, but prepared to enter the workforce as an entry-level full stack software engineer. I'm confident in my newfound skills, but still have a lot to learn. The instructors are amazing and will do everything they can to help you succeed as long as you put in the time and effort. Your success really does depend on you and how hard you're willing to work for it. Along with the instructors, Code Platoon has some amazing TA's and mentors available for both moral support and help with technical skills. One of the things I really appreciate about Code Platoon is that they aren't just focused on teaching you to code, but they also want to help you thrive in your new career. They have what are called "Beyond Tech Lectures" that I have personally benefited from greatly, to talk about and offer resources for a host of helpful topics ranging from mental health to negotiating your salary at that first job. One of the things I think I beenfitted from the most was the interview prep and networking help that includes: mock interviews with volunteers from companies like Google, creating and building a professional LinkedIn account and resume coaches to help create and improve your resume. Code Platoon also offers career services to help you find a job even after you graduate and I've found these services extremely helpful. It wasn't easy and sometimes I felt like I couldn't keep up with everything we were learning, but I put in the extra hours and used the support provided to me through TA's, instructors, my mentor and other students to succeed and I did it. If I can do it with no prior skills or knowledge in this field, I genuinely believe anyone can.  Read less

Coding bootcamps are designed to be extremely challenging, fast paced, and rewarding.  If you prefer watching YouTube tutorials and working on coding challenges at a leisurely pace, the full-time program probably isn’t for you.  The instructors will explain a concept, demonstrate how to implement the concept with code, and then give you coding challenges to further ingrain the concept into your brain.                                    Code Platoon does an excellent job preparing you for a career in software development.  You’ll have access to career coaches, weekly “soft skills” briefings, and meetings with potential employers.  Additionally, there have TA that will assist you with any challenges you may face.             Though it’s a long and challenging program, the results are undeniable.  You’ll have the knowledge, skill, and ability to create full-stack applications.  If you’re on-the-fence about whether or not to enroll in the full-time program – just do it!  This program is definitely worth it. Read less

From start to finish Code Platoon has been an outstanding experience. The technical cirriculum is fast paced and well organized. The mentorship and community really make this option standout for military veterans. There are generally a number of guaranteed internships for about half of the graduating class, and great career search help for the rest.

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I had zero experience in programming before Code Platoon.  After attending the course, I was able to make apps with Ruby on Rails, React.js, and React-Native with ios. I was taught algorithms, object orientated programming, building servers, using git and github.com, http 2, and databases. This is a true full-stack developer course. The staff is great, they will accommodate veterans dealing with many issues. The founder Rod is absolutely doing this for the right reasons. Anyone looking to become a full stack developer and make connections with industry though site visits, internships which are for real and makes you ahead of the pack with the experience given.

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Code Platoon is a great bootcamp to attend. It's very fast paced and challenging. I went to a traditional college for a few semesters and felt that the traditional route was too slow and was lacking in expanding on the knowledge required to succeed as a web developer.  Code Platoon really hones in on and expands on everything you need to be a successful web developer and creating full stack web applications. They are very accommodating for veterans and have their true interests at heart. Lastly the internship opportunities that are presented at the end of the cohort are with really great companies and help new developers get their foot in the door for their first job outside of a coding bootcamp. 

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I could not ask for anything better without being extremely greedy.

You will work long hours. You will be frustrated because it is intense, but it is worth every dime.  If you put in the effort, Code Platoon will help you succeed. 

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This program is great. Almost everyone in my cohort was working either full time or in an internship within weeks of graduation. The mentors you will receive are great. Rod Levy is an amazing individual who can trampoline your career into tthe next universe with his networking skills alone. It almost turns into a small community. Everyone is a veteran so there are commonalities between all students. I recommend this program to any veterans who have a passion for problem solving/software development and other veterans who are unsure of what to do 'next'. 

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