Coder Academy Reviews
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Vignesh Natarajan Verified via GitHubTotally worth it!!!
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After making the tough decision to switch careers into programming, I was up against very lean set of options of bootcamps in Australia. Couple of reasons why I picked Coder Academy:
1. Doing a fully immersive course for 27 weeks as opposed to 12 offered by others just made more sense to me(if you have the time).
2. An industry based interniship at the end of the course(which eventuated into an actual job for me, WOOHOO!!).
3. VET-FEE Help(I mean, come on!!).
Now, if you are shopping, here is my 2 cents.
Think of Coder Academy as launching pad. Put in the hours, dont miss a class, get involved in community events, go to meetups, get used to working in teams and you will see reap the reward at the end of the course. You will be in a set up of like minded people and learn so much from your peers. You will also have the opportunity to teach some of your classmates and share your knowledge.
This bootcamp is certainly not for everyone. You HAVE to pledge yourself to this course for 27 weeks. You must be totally commited to the cause of helping yourself to make it past the finish line. If you put in the hard yards like I did, and continue to do so in your internship(think of it more like an extended job interview) you will definitely be offered a position and will finally taste that sweet swet fruit(oh so yummy).
So,
Is it worth it? YES.
Are the tutors great? YES.
Do they point you in the right direction? YES.
Do you learn the right things? YES.
This is a great course, and not for one second have i regretted doing it!
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Ian Khor Verified via GitHubGreat journey. Learnt new skills and made life long friends !
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I was in the 1st Melbourne cohort and had a wonderful experience through the course. I've recommended coding to various friends & ex-colleagues and some have taken up the kickstarter courses offered as well. The lead trainer (Patrick) and teaching assistant (Ruegen) were absolutely knowledgable in various technical aspect ranging from emphasis on user experience design, solving real world business problems to executing it. So this isn't just a coding course but a journey to make you become a developer - someone who could deliver a digital solution for any businesses out there. Furthermore, Dan the cofounder is very enthusiastic about learning coding and will assist students in any way if possible - from giving guidance and connecting you with the right people. Would certainly recommend this course for people who are looking to take on the impeding digital revolution the world is facing. Lastly, Coder Factory is not only here to provide you with a technical skills but also a great journey for anyone to reach their next destination. I've made great friends along the way. Thank you again Coder Factory !
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Tristan S Verified via GitHubLife Changing
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Without any doubt my decision to do the Fast Track course was the best decision of my life.
Learning to code is an empowering, and in my case, life changing experience. The environment created by the staff and teachers is friendly, relaxed, and extremely collaborative. The exposure to industry leaders via weekly talks is invaluable, and the internship at the end of the course has allowed me to create a network of contacts and learn how development actually happens in the real world.
In summary, Coder Factory Academy are amazing, and I owe them such a debt of gratitude for the opportunities they have provided for me. -
William D Verified via GitHubAbove and beyond
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The last 6 months that I have spent doing the fast track course for software/web development has been the most productive period of my educational experience. Coder Factory Academy supplied me with a unique learning experience that has ensured the development of my skills. The tutors who made this happen quickly built a friendship with everyone in the class making the overall course fun and each day something to look forward to. Upon finishing my last semester of classes, I realised I had come from knowing absolutely nothing to having a clear view of where I was heading, with a newfound confidence in my ability to achieve. The support did not end there however as the academy began networking with dozens of companies to ensure we all had internships, allowing us a foot in the door of our industry. I have never known a school to be so effective and supportive and absolutely have to recommend Coder Factory to anybody thinking of walking down the path of a developer.
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Will C Verified via GitHublearn to code
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enjoyable experience, friendly classmates and teachers who were willing to help you as you go along. There will be industry guest mentors coming in to talk to you about life as a coder and how you can get your foot on the door. Flexibility in the major project work where you can create anything you want using the required tech stacks. If you're looking to learn how to code, this is a great place to start. They also throw you into an internship in last semester where you can see how a company tech team operates and increate your network etc. Also our class still catch up now and then for good banter and beers!
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Rob H Verified via LinkedIn
Code is life.
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The staff here are an amazing bunch of people! Each and every one of them take the time to go through any problems you may run into, even when it's just a missed comma or typo.
The most important part of the course is the industry connections you get from all the guest mentors that come in. They make sure to tailor the talks to what you're learning so it stays relevant but also gives you industry perspective.
Be sure to come in with an open mind and the aptitude of a keen learner as you will most definitely need all the patience you can muster when getting re-skilled as a developer.
Having said that, it will pay off exponentially in the long-run as these skills will most definitely remain in high demand for the foreseeable future.
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Vanessa
Fast Track Coding Bootcamp
I've learned a lot in the last 6 months being a Coder Academy student. The educators and staff helped me prepare technically through programming content and gave me the confidence to feel industry-ready with all of the amazing industry speaking, curriculum preparation, and GitHub growth with different projects. -
Henry
Fast Track Bootcamp
Overall the course was extremely rewarding. Only do it if you’re ready to commit the next 6-months of you life to programming. It will break you but you will come out with such a strong understanding of industry standard web development. Couldn’t recommend more highly of it. -
Benjamin W
Excellent Bootcamp
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Im just submitting my final assignment before I start the internship at the end of this bootcamp and I'm quite happy with the course.
The educators put in more time to make sure you understand everything than you might expect. But you will still need to be a self directed learner and learn quickly how to efficiently use google to solve problems.
Overall I'm super happy to have spent the time and money to do this and am excited to start my career in full stack software dev. -
Surinder
Data Analysis with Python
Enrolling for 'Data Analysis with Python' short course was a great decision. The course was amazing and very well delivered.
Above all, the instructor was great with a solid command over the subject. Thank you Coder Academy!!! -
Luisa Ziccarelli
Gentech Bootcamp
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I am a career changer and within 6 months of completing the bootcamp I achieved my goal of changing industries. I had zero coding experience and came out of it knowing all of the most relevant tech stacks in industry. The educators are very knowledgable, patient, and supportive. I thought about quitting many times but the educators supported me the whole way through and I am so thankful. I have found now a lot of people reach out to me for work opportunities as they value the skills I can bring to the table and that is all thanks to Coder Academy. -
chelsea
A great course to career change!
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I finished the Fast Track course last week feeling motivated to walk into my internship and contribute to a real-world project. The course is great for those who are interested in web development and who want to learn the building blocks for logical thinking in coding as taught through Coder Academy’s computer science fundamentals class. I’d recommend this course to anyone interested in career changing to web development. -
Stanley Huang
Be the best that you can be
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It's an excellent education institution that bridges the gap between a novice to a junior software engineer. The educators Harrison, Ryan, Roddy and Anhar at the academy are supportive and knowledgeable.
Not only do they offer great training but what make Coder Academy stand out is the placement of an Internship at the end of the course. I was fortunately enough to get a placement thanks to all the help that I received from the educators and Andrew whom was in charge of securing the internship placement.
Overall experience was a positive one in terms of learning and getting an internship. Thanks again to everyone at Coder Academy for the help and support! -
Mark Ball
You only get out what you put in
The well-known quote: 'you only get out what you put in' describes the experience at Coder Academy perfectly.
I studied the Fast Track course at Coder Academy in the August 2019 - February 2020 cohort. The course was intense, but for those who put in the work each week, the pace of learning was incredible. I have never learned so fast in my life. -
Nina
Fast Track programme
There was balance between the depth and breadth of covered topics. We learned modern technologies close enough to be able to learn patterns, which we can then see and apply in other areas. And this is great, because this is what university education is expected to do.
The teachers and staff were great! -
Ellie
Bootcamp
Great content taught in the course. The lead educator is very experienced. Staff are friendly, and the people in my cohort are the BEST! -
Dale Thompson
A transformative experience
The 6 months I spent at Coderacademy was amazing. I learned so much and met amazing people. Attending Coderacademy was the best academic decision I've ever made and I would recommend it to anyone keen to get into tech. -
Harry
Best decision I've made
I had an amazing time doing the Fast Track Bootcamp at Coder Academy. I'd recommend it to anyone looking at starting a career as a developer. -
Max P
Fast Track Sydney
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As a recent grad of Coder Academy Sydney I can attest to the great reputation and reviews the course has. It has been influential on changing my study process, and has opened me up to a new world of learning and opportunity.
The course can be quite intense, and the immersion of a full 9-5 week coding is a great method of getting students in a mindframe of learning large amounts of content in a short period. There is a heavy emphasis on networking and industry skills, as well as a constantly updated curriculum ensuring you are studying the latest industry standards, which I believe is a great asset not afforded to traditional university students.
The internship at the end of the course is also both a great motivating factor during study, as well as an invaluable opportunity to get your foot in the door of industry and continue your learning in a supportive environment.
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Wayne
It was really full on
Really full on course and packed with content to be a full stack developer -
Phillip
A great experience for all.
Regardless of what you currently do, coder academy is a place full of diverse people from introvert to extrovert with all these wonderful people around it's really motovating to learn to code. -
Alex Baulderstone
Career change ready
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I’ve undertaken a bit of tertiary study and this was by far my favourite – and most challenging – experience. The curriculum is incredibly up to date, relevant to industry trends and best practices, and well designed. Although the pace is lightning fast, the deep immersion learning environment helps you learn at a speed you wouldn’t have thought possible; I feel like I’ve picked up more here in the last six months than I over three years at university.
The coursework is seamlessly integrated with industry relevant learning that is peripheral coding: git and version control, agile development methodologies, project management, and a whole host of other skills that make a great developer.
It’s a big commitment and you’ll get out of it what you put in, but the staff are passionate about sharing their skills, adept at teaching, and incredibly generous and supportive. Even if I was struggling with a concept I never felt out of my depth as I knew I had a solid support system to help me.
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Nathaniel
CoderAcademy
Great experience and course. Six months worth of coding went by extremely quickly. Great knowledge and experience to give you the necessary knowledge to become a developer.
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Juanma
Awesome course, nice workplace, a little expensive
I strongly recommend this course to everyone trying to enter the dev industry. The teaching techniques were so unfamiliar, original and innovative for a guy of the old continent, that it has been an eye-opening experience.
Moreover the staff encourages such a nice and supportive environment that it spreads through all the cohourt.
Better course of all my life.
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Tyson
Best place to learn coding!
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I just completed the Fast Track Coding Bootcamp and feel my brain is about to burst from all the knowledge crammed into my mind but I can honestly say it was worth it.
After only 5 months of learning, I am already able to easily communicate with other senior devs and tech people in the community and actually understand what they are talking about.
It was definitely worth the investment.
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John
A lot better than my experience at uni
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After a few years out of study and looking into getting a career in web development, I researched several different options. I initially enrolled in a master's at university, but after a few weeks of class and looking at the curriculum I felt that the content was too shallow and would not get me to where I wanted. So I looked into bootcamps, Coder Academy had a good curriculum and the length of the course felt appropriate compared to the other bootcamps.
Six months later, I have now completed the course and I can say it's the best educational program I've done, the content is very relevant and up-to-date and the environment is very friendly and supportive. I made a lot of good friends and learned a lot. So I would definitely recommend this course to people wanting to get into web development that want a more practical education or don't have the time to commit three years for a degree.
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Bruce McClure
Changing countries && careers
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From a professional perspective:
CA has an incredible program that enables its students to enter into the web development world. I would highly reccormend this course. Some aspects to be made aware of are: the 6 month time period (anything shorter is insane), they help place you in an internship and finally it is acreddited which means you finsish with a diploma. The educators are well prepared and have extensive industry experience. The administative staff are professional and very welcoming.
From a culture perspective:
I moved to Australia a few days before starting this course. I made friends within the first day that will last a lifetie. There are few experiences that can compare to CA.
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Ari
What a Rollercoaster
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It's insane to think of how much I've learned and how far I've come over the course of the past six months as a student of Coder Academy's Fast Track program (first half 2019). I went from not knowing how to code to having an understanding of two separate programming languages, html, css, and varioous web development frameworks. I still consider myself a beginner programmer, but Fast Track allowed me to jump start my career and set me on a path of lifelong learning with a strong nudge in the right direction.
If you're considering Web Development as a career path, I cannot speak highly enough of the Coder Academy course. One thing I will say is this - if you enrol and you want to make the most of it, you MUST revise what you are learning, continually. You will come far without revision, but if you truly wish to maximise your learning, then revise revise revise. Revise, and supplement your learning outside of class, and you will emerge from the course a confident junior level (or even mid to senior level) developer. -
B
Fast Track Bootcamp
i just completed the boot camp and I’m really sad it is all over. The people you meet and the whole journey is really fun. Would recommend
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Mike McCallum
Coder Academy review
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Joining this bootcamp was probably the best decision I've made in my adult life. I was in limbo thinking of changing careers and did not know if I could actually learn coding after already doing a degree in University. Let me tell you I was completely wrong and that this course was so worth it. The instructors here are amazing and very knowledgeable. They are trained to teach people that have never written a single line of code. After 6 months I can confidently say I am a programmer and can't wait to start on this new career journey. -
Hamish
I made the leap - so should you
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I vividly remember jumping on course report around 7 months ago, looking for some inspiration. I was keen to do development of some kind, but I barely knew how to turn a computer on at that time. I couldn’t believe some of the courses that told me I’d go from zero to developer in a month or 2. Then I stumbled across Coder’s 6 month course and thought I’d give it a crack.
Yesterday marked the last day of class, and I’ve got to say, I’m wildly impressed. Having slugged away for 5 years in university, where you’re just a student number to them, and you get cut off as soon as you finish your last exam, the classroom feel Coder has managed to achieve is phenomenal. Garret (the lead educator) is one of the best teachers and guides I’ve ever had. He’s always keen to learn, so you’re always getting up to date material. The patience he has makes you feel like it’s a 1-on-1 class at times. The support and good times don’t stop there. The rest of the staff will always checkin, make you’re fine, and have a laugh. All this makes the learning experience exceptional, and I can say that not only can I turn a computer on, I can also create real world web apps!
My advice to anyone taking the time to read this essay - commit. It’s 40hrs/week plus self-guides learning. If you’re like me, and had been living the traditional student life up til now, this will be a shock, BUT, if you get stuck in and put the effort in, the results will astound you.
My last note, when searching myself, the money was something that turned me off slightly. I actually ended up doing some calculations and realized that my whole uni degree (bachelor of business) had 864 contact hours, where as Coder has 840...and uni cost a hell of alot more than this!
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Sinan Canselen
A change in direction
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I started CA Bootcamp to start anew. I was studying marketing in Istanbul Bilgi Uni., I had a passion for coding and I came here to explore it. And my exploration has been massive. Even though the learning process in such a short time is quite hard, Coder Academy's experienced and good staff will deliver on their promises.
This course has changed the path of my life, it thought me how to think in means of coding language and computer logic. And I believe it thought me how to self learn and keep updated to any coding language other than C++.
I would recommend this to both domestic and international people who are passionate about coding and looking to take on the course where they would get to do their passion for the rest of life this is your kick starter.
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Shakti Gurung
Fast paced and intense
Get ready to be in the journey of learning new topics everyday...!!!be prepared otherwise you will be behind!! -
Tyson Hofstetter
Coder Academy
I am happy with my decision to do the coder academy fasttrack bootcamp. I have learnt alot over ther past 6 month, when I started i had very little knowledge of coding and now can build my own working websites and applications.
Would definitely recommend!!!
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Ivan
Amazing Experience
Very satisfied with the course. The teachers are amazing. We covered a ton of information, back-end and front-end.
Highly recommend this bootcamp.
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Santosh Poudyal
Awesome Learning Experience
Going through 6 months of web development course was a great learning experience at Coder Academy for me. Switiching my career to a Developer, I need a solid understanding and foundation on coding which i got through this 6 months course.
The best part is the one month intership where you get to apply what you have learnt. Highly recommend the course.
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David Ramsdale
Coder Academy Review
Coder Academy was one of the best decison of my life, I have met like minded people who also love to learn! The staff were all amazing and were always there when you needed help. I would highly recommend to anyone who would want to learn how to code
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Xian
Worth it
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Most of us were career changers so all of us had actively chosen to put our lives on hold to attend CoderAcademy. You'll find yourself going to school with people who really wanted to be there, and that in turn kept me going when I was down. The teachers wanted to see you succeed and most of them stayed back to give extra help to those who needed it. There were lots of highs and lows, a really intense but overall great experience and it flew by in the blink of an eye.
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Beth : )
A great decision
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This course is great if you aren't sure what you want to do. The instructors not only teach valuble content but also share their coding and industry experiences. They bring in mentors that are kind and willing to get involved with our journeys as well. Completely organised everyday and quick to adapt to any changes these instructors are Rockstars. You have to be prepared for hard work and daily information overloads Overall if you're interested 6 moths goes insanely quick when you are a part of a great cohort that accepts you and encourages growth.
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Michelle
DO IT!
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I have loved being apart of the Coder Academy family. It is an incredibly supportive and fun community to be apart of and learn in. I have done previous study at a university, but it does not compare to the personal relationships formed between students and educators, the application of real life practical skills as well as having mentors and connections within the industry that you get from Coder Academy. It is definitely worth it and I would encourage anyone and everyone to look at Coder Academy to kickstart a career change into the tech industry.