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Concordia Bootcamps

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Concordia Bootcamps partners with universities to offer online coding and data science bootcamps. These bootcamps prepare students for careers in tech, and offer a university certificate upon graduation. The bootcamps also teach students how to navigate the job market, how to market themselves, and how to network. Concordia Bootcamps is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.

Concordia Bootcamps formerly went by the name DecodeMTL and Journey Education.

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  • Drew
    Drew
    Graduate • Full-Stack Immersive • Montreal
    Jun 28, 2017
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    I would not recommend DecodeMTL bootcamp to just anyone. Their approach is not for an absolute beginner or for just anyone. Coding is generally not that easy. You need to at least have some experience in coding before you attend thier bootcamp. Moreover, It is a lot of money to pay for a bootcamp. So it is best to spend your money on a really good bootcamp.

    I understand that we need to code and complete the workshops during the bootcamp by ourselves. The teacher, Ziad, is smart b...

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  • Joy
    Joy
    Graduate • Full-Stack Immersive • Montreal
    Jun 13, 2017
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    Great bootcamp!

    My experience at decodemtl was extremely great! I would strongly recommend it to anyone who would like to pursuit their career as a web developer. Please don't worry if you are non-tech background, as long as you are determined and desciplined, you will benefit a lot from this course. I'm really happy that I made a perfect choice to attend this bootcamp. Here are the reasons that I love this bootcamp:

    1. Class size - Small class size allows the instructor to give intructions to e...

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  • Josh
    Josh
    Graduate • Full-Stack Immersive • Montreal
    May 23, 2017
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    dedecode

    The screening process to recruit students for the bootcamp was pretty simple; nothing to ensure that you would be able to follow the lessons and understand them during the bootcamp. DecodeMTL has prep course for you to do before the bootcamp starts. However, there is no requirement that you need to finish it. I felt that DecodeMTL needs to have enough students for each bootcamp in order to cover costs. I only did about half of the prep course and had never done any coding before&...

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  • Jared
    Jared
    Junior web developer • Graduate • Full-Stack Immersive • Montreal
    May 16, 2017
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    DecodeMTL

    My experience at decodeMTL was excellent.

    With their help and guidance I was able to land a junior position after working ten years in construction. It was not a golden ticket to a new job though. I worked really hard, and under their coaching everything worked out well. Even 9 months after taking the course, they have been able to assist me further. Ziad and his assistants have a knack for teaching and Kevin is great with his carreer related help. They are all good honest people...

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  • Matty
    Matty
    Web Developer • Student • Full-Stack Immersive • Montreal
    May 08, 2017
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    It made an awesome start of my programming career

    Be advised that these comments are based on my personal experience so please apply accordingly.

    In one sentence, I really enjoyed my experience at DecodeMTL and it was wonderful to be taught by Ziad and the teaching assistants there. It gave me exactly what i wanted: to find a job as web developer.

    My background: MSc degree in Business strategic consultancy from France with few years of business development experience with tech startups; Immigrated to Montreal Canada on...

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  • Kash
    Kash
    Full Stack Web Developer • Graduate • Full-Stack Immersive • Montreal
    Apr 20, 2017
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    Great course. Even better post-bootcamp support.

    This course exceeded all my expectations. Ziad is amazing, the mentors are fantastic, and the TA's are very helpful.

    I really like that even though I am a graduate, I can still reach out to Ziad and Kevin, or anyone really, about any concerns and questions about jobs, or tech problems and bugs that I come across. The DecodeMTL Slack community is popping! Everyone helps each other, even if we we're not all in the same cohort. I think this is the best part, the post-bootcamp suppor...

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  • Seb
    Seb
    Full-Stack Immersive • Montreal
    Apr 19, 2017
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    Not awesome but just okay

    I have a degree related to computer science. I think the course curriculum of this bootcamp is good, but still needs some improvements to also emphasize on certain important things that students will need to use at work. The main instructor is very smart however he still needs to learn how to explain stuff to those who don't have background in the field. When already in the bootcamp, sometimes it was hard to reach him in the afternoon to ask questions...

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    Kevin of Concordia Bootcamps

    Co-founder

    Apr 20, 2017

    We're happy to see you did well in our course and we were able to help you get a job so quickly, and appreciate your feedback. 

    We are constantly taking feedback to improve our course, including our job assistance. It seems like you received a positive outcome.

    However, the majority of our students come in without computer science backgrounds and still do very well. We have also now made it mandatory to pass a technical interview (based on the prep-course) before being admitted into the bootcamp. 

    Lastly, we do our best to help all of our graduates with the job search. But we are very clear on what's expected of our grads. Finding a job is hard work, and needs to be treated like a full-time job. For those that finish the program, and follow our advice / continually work with us, they will find work in the field. For those that disengage and/or decide to do the bare minimum, finding work is a much larger challenge. 

    At the end of the day, the course is what you make of it. At any point, our alumni can contact us for job assistance or advice, and we will do whatever we can to help them. The job search process can take some time, and patience is definitely required. While most alumni are employed within 3 months, on rare occasions, it can take upwards of 5-6 months.

    We invite you to contact us if you want to discuss further :)
  • Anthony
    Anthony
    Graduate • Montreal
    Mar 19, 2017
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    GREAT BOOTCAMP!

    When searching for a bootcamp I was given advice to find one that focused on JavaScript. DecodeMTL immediately jumped out as being a great option since they are a JavaScript bootcamp while many others on focused on ruby on rails. After speaking to over 10 previous students who all had positive things to say I knew this was the right option for me.

    After completing the bootcamp I have absolutely to no regrets about joining. The main instructor Ziad is a god. He is everything you w...

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  • Coco
    Coco
    Student • Full-Stack Immersive • Montreal
    Mar 12, 2017
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    Would take it again 100%

    What a great and challenging program! I would recommend it to anyone who's looking to learn a practical approach to web development and who doesn't want to spend years doing a degree in University. I was hesitant to join at first because I've never been good at math or science, but the instructors make it so easy to learn, and now I love to code!

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  • Mark Conn
    Mark Conn
    Developer at Peoplelikeus • Graduate • Montreal
    Jan 03, 2017
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    Is this the right move?

    Before I launch into a spirited review of DecodeMTL, a bit of context on myself will help reveal some important variables.  First off, I come from by no means a CS background. Far from it, I have a Bachelors in Urban Planning and worked for several years as an infantry soldier.

    Why this bears mention is that one of the most common fears about this industry is that it will be utterly beyond those without some sort of pre-existing CS experience.  That is absolutely not true.  Web d...

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  • Vincent
    Vincent
    Engineer • Student • HTML & CSS (Part-Time) • Montreal
    Dec 01, 2016
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    Excellent Course

    Great course.

    Well paced with lots of instruction, helpful tips and guides to keep you up to speed. To get the most out of the course you will need to be able to put aside a sizeable chunk of hours each week to complete the exercises and projects.

    Lucas is a great instructor and is very knowlegable. He clearly loves what he does and puts great effort in to answering everyones questions whether during class time or on the group chat.

    If you take this course you...

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  • Hugo Luzuriaga
    Hugo Luzuriaga
    Student • HTML & CSS (Part-Time) • Montreal
    Nov 23, 2016
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    Great Course!

    I started the course without any idea about HTML or CSS. The pace of the course is quite good. The course starts explaining the basic concepts and builds into more complicated ideas by exercises, code-alongs, and homework.

    Lucas was a great instructor and was available to answer our questions. The class room and lounge are very nice!

    I recommend for someone looking to have an introduction to Web Design; to take this course, especially if you need to interact d...

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Lauren Stewart
Lauren Stewart
Updated October 21, 2020
Calling all career switchers who would rather skip the expense of a commute Kevin Khoury, the co-founder of DecodeMTL , explains why they ve brought their JavaScript bootcamp online for remote learners. Learn what a typical day looks like and how you ll communicate with instructors and students. Bonus DecodeMTL has recently announced a 6-month job guarantee for their in-person bootcamps ! What inspired you to start DecodeMTL? At the time we started Decode, there was nothing ...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated February 07, 2020
Should I do a coding bootcamp? This is a question we hear all the time, and for good reason. As more coding bootcamps launch (not to mention the rising media coverage), you re probably wondering, should I jump on the bandwagon and learn to code? A recent TechCrunch article implored you not to learn to code unless you re ready to put in the work to be great, whereas President Obama wants every student to learn computer science in high school . So what types of people are opting for coding ...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated April 14, 2016
Scott was a school teacher in Montreal for 17 years before he started teaching himself web design and freelancing on the side. When he decided to make the full career change, Scott enrolled in DecodeMTL coding bootcamp in Montreal. Now he is a front end developer for AppDirect and loving it. Scott tells us about his favorite project at DecodeMTL , the classmates in his cohort, and his surprise at finding a great new job so quickly. Q&A What is your pre-bootcamp story? What is ...
Nick Toscano
Nick Toscano
Updated January 06, 2021
Canadian bootcamps are working hard to develop the talent needed to keep up with Canada s growing tech hubs. StartUp Genome ranks Toronto and Vancouver amongst the top 20 startup ecosystems in the world. The Canadian tech economy as a whole is being fueled by thriving companies such as Shopify, HootSuite , Kik, Wattpad, and Erkem . Their success has generated a lot of interest among investors. Canada as a Tech Hub Coding Bootcamps in Canada Regulation and Accreditation Top Canadian ...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated October 03, 2014
DecodeMTL is an 8-week Front-End Web Development program that teaches students to build beautifully crafted and well coded simple websites. With their first cohort coming up, we sat down with founder Kevin Khoury to get the scoop on who's teaching the course and the outcomes students can expect when graduating. What were you doing before you started DecodeMTL? I am not a technical person. Our co-founder, Ziad Saab is the technical guy. He s been a full-stack developer for over ...
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How much does Concordia Bootcamps cost?

Concordia Bootcamps costs around $12,495.

What courses does Concordia Bootcamps teach?

Concordia Bootcamps offers courses like Data Science Diploma, Data Science Diploma (Part-Time), Web Development Diploma, Web Development Diploma (Part-Time).

Where does Concordia Bootcamps have campuses?

Concordia Bootcamps teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Is Concordia Bootcamps worth it?

Concordia Bootcamps hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 135 Concordia Bootcamps alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Concordia Bootcamps on Course Report - you should start there!

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