Codesmith
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528 Reviews
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Codesmith is a coding school redefining the way software engineering is taught. Codesmith offers full-time (13-week) and part-time (38-week) remote software engineering immersive programs as well as a full-time NYC Onsite program. Codesmith focuses on concepts and technologies such as full-stack JavaScript, computer science, machine learning, Dev Ops, React, and more. The immersives are advanced residencies designed to help individuals launch meaningful, high-level...
Codesmith is a coding school redefining the way software engineering is taught. Codesmith offers full-time (13-week) and part-time (38-week) remote software engineering immersive programs as well as a full-time NYC Onsite program. Codesmith focuses on concepts and technologies such as full-stack JavaScript, computer science, machine learning, Dev Ops, React, and more. The immersives are advanced residencies designed to help individuals launch meaningful, high-level careers in software engineering.
The Codesmith admissions process involves a written application with optional coding questions, a nontechnical interview, and a technical interview. Codesmith offers a number of free resources for preparing for the admissions process including in-person and online coding workshops, a 2-week online prep course (CS Prep), and an online JavaScript learning platform (CSX).
Codesmith offers extensive career support that guides residents through resume development, interview strategies, salary negotiation, and more. Residents receive career support for life whether they are on their first job search, second job search, or beyond. Plus, the supportive Codesmith community encourages learners to tackle unique and unfamiliar problems, important when preparing for the ever-changing tech landscape. As shared in the most recent CIRR outcomes reports (July-December 2021), more than 82% of Codesmith graduates were employed in the field within 6 months of graduating. Across all full-time immersive programs during this period the median salary for Codesmith graduates was $130,000. The median salary for the part-time remote immersive program was $137,000.
When it comes to tuition, Codesmith payment options include upfront payments, monthly installments, and financing through Ascent Funding, Codesmith’s loan partner. In addition, eligible students can apply for several different scholarship options at Codesmith.
Codesmith also offers a two-day JavaScript for Beginners online course, as well as CS Prep, a 2-week program offered online and designed to prepare you for Codesmith’s Software Engineering Immersives. Further, you can join their free CSX learning platform and attend any of Codesmith’s free weekly workshops to learn more about its programs and build software engineering fundamentals.
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AnonymousStudent • CS Prep • OnlineAug 09, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/ANot helpful
This course did not prep me for the technical interview. I dislike that it was advertised by codesmith that it will aid you in the technical interview. The instructor was good but the material wasn't that helpful. You do have pair programming but the first week was about 15mins and the final week was ~45mins. Its not helpful if a lot of your other classates are beginners.
1. Skip this class if you are unsure if you want to join codesmith
2. Do csx, freecodecamp and leetcode if ...This course did not prep me for the technical interview. I dislike that it was advertised by codesmith that it will aid you in the technical interview. The instructor was good but the material wasn't that helpful. You do have pair programming but the first week was about 15mins and the final week was ~45mins. Its not helpful if a lot of your other classates are beginners.
1. Skip this class if you are unsure if you want to join codesmith
2. Do csx, freecodecamp and leetcode if you want to do well on technical interview- AnonymousGraduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • New York CityJan 21, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
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Was a great program, got a lead software engineering role after the program. Honestly, Eric's awesome and worth the price of admission. - AnonymousSoftware Engineer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • OnlineSep 29, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
NY Cohort 25
Overall a fantastic experience. Curriculum was very thoughtfully constructed.
Algorithm approaches could have had a bit more structure in terms of introducing specific techniques with which to solve certain types of problems. Deployment / testing was not a focus, which I think occasionaly makes it quite easy for recruiters to filter graduates as coming from a bootcamp paradigm.
But, coming from a non-technical background, I now earn $180k TC, having graduated a couple of months ag...Overall a fantastic experience. Curriculum was very thoughtfully constructed.
Algorithm approaches could have had a bit more structure in terms of introducing specific techniques with which to solve certain types of problems. Deployment / testing was not a focus, which I think occasionaly makes it quite easy for recruiters to filter graduates as coming from a bootcamp paradigm.
But, coming from a non-technical background, I now earn $180k TC, having graduated a couple of months ago. I was pretty cynical going in, but if you’re not scared of hard work, the process delivers solid results. - AnonymousSenior Software Engineer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • New York CityJun 23, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Excellent choice not just for your first engineering job but for the rest of your career
I graduated from Codesmith last May. Having now worked as an engineer for a full year, I can unequivocally say that Codesmith is not just a program that will get you your first job, but a solid platform for the rest of your career.
- Even though I've already graduated from the program, every Codesmith instructor / advisor / coordinator have all been extremely open to providing great guidance and resources whenever I reached out, even though they really didn't have to (special t...I graduated from Codesmith last May. Having now worked as an engineer for a full year, I can unequivocally say that Codesmith is not just a program that will get you your first job, but a solid platform for the rest of your career.
- Even though I've already graduated from the program, every Codesmith instructor / advisor / coordinator have all been extremely open to providing great guidance and resources whenever I reached out, even though they really didn't have to (special thanks to Eric & Annie!). They really view the program as a community, and it shows.
- The alumni network is phenomenal. Whenever I need any career-related advice, contacts at certain companies or how to navigate a work situation, I know I can reach out to the alumni slack/discord and there will always be multiple alums eager to help me out or share insights. Codesmith has a way of getting together people who are genuine, collaborative & kind. As a career switcher w/o a lot of school friends in the industry, the alumni network has been invaluable.
- Codesmith's emphasis on communication & collaboration truly sets you up for long-term success as an engineer. I know many cohortmates & alums who are extremely successful in their engineering careers, be it getting promoted in their respective companies and/or getting great offers for their second/third roles. I attribute a lot of it to how Codesmith provides the correct perspective on what being an effective engineer actually means. This also goes back to the value of the alumni network -- though the program is not very old, many alums are already very senior engineers, and are fantastic contacts & resource for everyone.
I would absolutely recommend Codesmith to anyone who wants a solid platform for the rest of the engineering career. Yes it will get you your first engineering job, but it will continue to pay dividends long after you graduate. - AnonymousSenior Front end Software Engineer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • Los AngelesMay 24, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Software Engineer
I'm usually wary of reviews that have only positive things to say, but it's difficult for me to denote anything intrinsically wrong with Codesmith.
In essence, you don't need a bootcamp to get a job, all the information necessary to get a job exist if you're driven to find it. But what Codesmith offers, which I don't believe you can find anywhere else (except, perhaps, another exceptional bootcamp. This is my only experience so it's all I can speak to) is the community. I was wary...I'm usually wary of reviews that have only positive things to say, but it's difficult for me to denote anything intrinsically wrong with Codesmith.
In essence, you don't need a bootcamp to get a job, all the information necessary to get a job exist if you're driven to find it. But what Codesmith offers, which I don't believe you can find anywhere else (except, perhaps, another exceptional bootcamp. This is my only experience so it's all I can speak to) is the community. I was wary of joining an online immersive, but I developed strong bonds with the other residents, we all struggled and succeeded together. From the core curriculum to the hiring process, we stuck together and looked out for each other. That community is largely responsible for my success, and Codesmith is intentional about building that community, my experience wasn't an anomoly.
In terms of the hiring process, the hiring-support team were worth the 20K price tag alone. Eric Kirsten heads the salary negotiation and job search strategy lectures, and that lecture alone got me a 10K signing bonus. In every stage of the process, they were present and helpful, at no point did I feel abandoned or alone in the search. - AnonymousFull-Stack Engineer • Graduate • Los AngelesMar 31, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
More than enough to get a job
I came to Codesmith from a career in law, without any real experience building web applications. Within six weeks of completing the immersive, I accepted a job as a software engineer at a company I'm excited for work for. Codesmith's curriculum provided more than sufficient preparation not only for the hiring process but for the actual work of a software engineer - and, most critically, Codesmith's approach taught me how to learn new languages and utilities rapidly. I would recommend Cod...I came to Codesmith from a career in law, without any real experience building web applications. Within six weeks of completing the immersive, I accepted a job as a software engineer at a company I'm excited for work for. Codesmith's curriculum provided more than sufficient preparation not only for the hiring process but for the actual work of a software engineer - and, most critically, Codesmith's approach taught me how to learn new languages and utilities rapidly. I would recommend Codesmith for anyone looking to switch tracks into software engineering. - AnonymousGraduate • CS Prep • OnlineMar 30, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
CS Prep
As someone who has only been coding for a little over a month, this course was very challenging. I was overwhelmed at times, but the support I got from the instructor and classmates were extraordinary. My instructor Sophie was incredibly responsive and supportive. She made sure I understood everything I had questions on. I have learned so much in these short two weeks that i never thought I could achieve. After this course I am 100% positive that Codesmith is the way to go. I've applied ...As someone who has only been coding for a little over a month, this course was very challenging. I was overwhelmed at times, but the support I got from the instructor and classmates were extraordinary. My instructor Sophie was incredibly responsive and supportive. She made sure I understood everything I had questions on. I have learned so much in these short two weeks that i never thought I could achieve. After this course I am 100% positive that Codesmith is the way to go. I've applied for the immersive program and I will continue my education here in Codesmith. I highly recommend this course! - AnonymousGraduateMar 20, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Changed my life... Exceptional instructors and mentors - Does not compare to other bootcamps
Codesmith accelerated my career by several years.
Before getting into Codesmith, I had been accepted by two other bootcamps (that I won't mention here). I ultimately decided to go with Codesmith because an alumni from both my university and Codesmith could not recommend it more to me. It was the best decision I could have made for my career.
I noticed that other bootcamps were using dated materials from over a few years ago. In the tech industry this is a very long time an...Codesmith accelerated my career by several years.
Before getting into Codesmith, I had been accepted by two other bootcamps (that I won't mention here). I ultimately decided to go with Codesmith because an alumni from both my university and Codesmith could not recommend it more to me. It was the best decision I could have made for my career.
I noticed that other bootcamps were using dated materials from over a few years ago. In the tech industry this is a very long time and it's especially important to know if you're going to be learning in an industry where every edge counts.
Codesmith by far exceeded my expectations in terms of how well it prepared me for the future and for the job market.
The instructors, fellows, and residents were by far some of the most supportive, creative, and ambitious people I've ever met.
Eric was especially helpful as a mentor. His advice helped me avoid mistakes that would cost thousands of dollars and years of headache down the line. His perspective could really help anybody still uncertain about their coding career going forward or even people who have many options and are trying to decide the best one.
My recommendation is that if you are undecided about what bootcamp you want to attend, I would go to some of Codesmith's free javascript lectures or to speak to an alumni or advisor. Overall, I feel Codesmith prepared me for the job market more than I could have done on my own. Best of luck! - AnonymousSenior Full Stack Engineer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • New York CityMar 12, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
New York Cohort 22
My experience at Codesmith was invaluable, and I was able to land a senior role less than two months after finishing the program. The codesmith community is one of a kind. The outcomes are a result of dedicated engineers and community which develops thinkers instead of technicians. With special credit to Eric who taught me how to negotiate for a salary I could write home about. Codesmith is one of a kind.
- AnonymousSenior Software Engineer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • Los AngelesMar 06, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Codesmith is Awesome
I attended Codesmith a couple years ago, graduated in Jan 2019. Prior software experience before attending Codesmith - part-time JS / CSS / HTML / bash self-study for about 6 months => some JS The Hard Parts sessions => CS Prep. Upon graduating, I landed a role as a Senior Full Stack Engineer at a large company that has been a great experience for me over the past couple years.
I felt compelled to write this review because I wanted to bring some attention ...I attended Codesmith a couple years ago, graduated in Jan 2019. Prior software experience before attending Codesmith - part-time JS / CSS / HTML / bash self-study for about 6 months => some JS The Hard Parts sessions => CS Prep. Upon graduating, I landed a role as a Senior Full Stack Engineer at a large company that has been a great experience for me over the past couple years.
I felt compelled to write this review because I wanted to bring some attention to the excellent continued career services support that Codesmith provides (s/o Eric 🤙). Even a couple years after graduating, when it came time to negotiate a salary increase/promotion to tech lead in my current company, Eric was there to provide top notch feedback on how to negotiate effectively. (He also helped me negotiate a $130k base offer with $10k signing bonus back when I first started in the role).
The program is challenging (in a good way), and well-worth the time and effort. After working as a sr. dev for the past couple years, I can say that Codesmith does a great job of getting you in the mindset of what it's like working as an engineer, being faced with new challenges every day, and figuring out how to solve them, step-by-step.
Big shouts to the Codesmith community, would highly recommend 🚀 - AnonymousSenior Software Engineer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • OnlineFeb 17, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Incredible Program that delivers on its promises
Codesmith is an incredible program that delivers on its promises. The below points are in no particular order but all incredibly valid.
1) The hours are long. You are truly immersed in code.
2) They want you to fail (but they will help you overcome those failures). The point is to learn by doing and understanding the process and then overcoming the frustrations.
3) They emphasize an empathetic engineer. The goal is to be not only a knowledgeable engineer but also one that kn...Codesmith is an incredible program that delivers on its promises. The below points are in no particular order but all incredibly valid.
1) The hours are long. You are truly immersed in code.
2) They want you to fail (but they will help you overcome those failures). The point is to learn by doing and understanding the process and then overcoming the frustrations.
3) They emphasize an empathetic engineer. The goal is to be not only a knowledgeable engineer but also one that knows how to communicate about the code. That helps in life - but also in interviews after the program.
4) As others have said, I did not believe the CIRR reports when I joined. But after hearing the results of some of my peers, I am surprised that the results are not higher even.
5) They don't create a cookie cutter bootcamp graduate. They teach you to be a 'T' shaped developer that excels in a category that you focus on for your production project. The beauty of that is each person has a different strength from everyone else by the program's end.
6) The hiring portion is top-notch. They teach you how to sell yourself - and that is worth the price of admission alone.
7) The post-codesmith job search is tough - particularly mentally. They do prepare you for that, but just going to codesmith alone doesnt get you the jobs. You really have to put in the work.
8) I graduated in December 2020 and it took me 2.5 months to find a job. - AnonymousStudent • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • New York CityFeb 13, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Full Stack Immersive Program
Codesmith is a great program for those who are ready to put in the work to become a software engineer. Codesmith's way of instruction can feel rough at times, but because they push their students out of their comfort zone, that's why Codesmith is so successful. Their approach to the job hunt is amazing and I encourage you to go through the program and see it for yourself.
A lot of what you're paying for at codesmith is invaluable. Personally, I loved that they put me in a mindset ...Codesmith is a great program for those who are ready to put in the work to become a software engineer. Codesmith's way of instruction can feel rough at times, but because they push their students out of their comfort zone, that's why Codesmith is so successful. Their approach to the job hunt is amazing and I encourage you to go through the program and see it for yourself.
A lot of what you're paying for at codesmith is invaluable. Personally, I loved that they put me in a mindset to succeed and to go after what I deserve and nothing less.
Codesmith Alumni Outcomes
83%
Employment Rate
95%
Graduation Rate
$116,500
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 92 graduates included in report:
180 Day employment breakdown
| Employed in-field | 83.1% |
| Full-time employee | 82.0% |
| Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position | 0.0% |
| Short-term contract, part-time, or freelance | 1.1% |
| 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 | 16.9% |
| Could not contact | 0.0% |
salary breakdown
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How much does Codesmith cost?
Codesmith costs around $20,925. On the lower end, some Codesmith courses like JavaScript for Beginners cost $350.
What courses does Codesmith teach?
Codesmith offers courses like CS Prep , Full-Time Remote Software Engineering Immersive, Global Part-Time Remote Software Engineering Immersive, JavaScript for Beginners and 1 more.
Where does Codesmith have campuses?
Codesmith has in-person campuses in Atlanta, Birmingham, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, London, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Portland and Seattle. Codesmith also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
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Codesmith is approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. For more information visit: https://codesmith.io/regulatory-information
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