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Hack Reactor

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Hack Reactor by Galvanize is an educator for rapid career transformation, offering software engineering bootcamps designed so that anyone with motivation can succeed, regardless of education, experience, or background. Hack Reactor by Galvanize bootcamps are challenging and designed to fit a student’s schedule and skill level. Bootcamps include a 19-Week Software Engineering Immersive with JavaScript and Python, designed for beginners, as well as a 12-Week Software En...
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  • Patrick Doyle
    Patrick Doyle
    Software Engineer • Graduate • 12-Week Software Engineering Immersive • Online
    May 21, 2019
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    Took the plunge and never looked back!

    Let me start by saying that this was one of the biggest and scariest decisions I've made in my life! Now that I have that out of the way, I also want to say that this was also one of the best decisions I've made in my life. My experience throughout the program was nothing short of exhausting and exhilarating all at the same time. I don't think there is anyone there or anyone that has gone through the program that wouldn't tell you that it requires mental fortitude to take the leap of faith...

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  • Drew Curtis
    Drew Curtis
    Software Engineer • Graduate • 12-Week Software Engineering Immersive • Online
    May 17, 2019
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    It is scary, but it works!

    It's not easy to quit your job, spend a large portion of your past 3 years of savings, and then commit all of your time for a chance to succeed as a software engineer. It also wasn't comforting that I often felt behind when I joined the program. For moments, I had the looming cloud of fear and regret when I couldn't complete a project or I performed poorly on an assessment. Despite all the fear, if you are a passionate individual who has a strong work ethic and is willing to commit 100% of...

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  • Ronny Woods
    Ronny Woods
    Software Engineer • Graduate • 12-Week Software Engineering Immersive • Online
    May 14, 2019
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    Tackle challenging curriculum with talented cohort

    I was impressed with Hack Reactor from the very beginning of the enrollment process, which was pretty rigorous.  They clearly spend a lot of time and effort to make sure that each cohort is filled with highly capable people, and it shows.  I was impressed by the pace we were able to keep, and I learned a ton from working with a really interesting and talented group of people.  I was in the remote program, where cohort size was around 20 people; I thought this was just the right amount to e...

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  • Cole Michaels
    Cole Michaels
    Full Stack Engineer • Graduate • 12-Week Software Engineering Immersive • Los Angeles
    May 04, 2019
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    Symbols and Systems

    Hack Reactor, I feel, best models the real world of Software Engineering because you are thrown in and left to largely fend for yourself. This shouldn’t come as a discouragement to those on the fence - I believe many I see in Software and my own abilities are always best improved with little interference. Although during my time at Hack Reactor we worked only in JavaScript, the focus of the curriculum is put on how a program is structured, the idea behind writing quality code a...

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  • Steven Michael Turnbull
    Steven Michael Turnbull
    Software Engineer • Graduate • 12-Week Software Engineering Immersive • Los Angeles
    Apr 05, 2019
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    Wonderful Experience

    Pros - 
    You learn a lot in a short amount of time.
    You are a part of another family that you bond with and rely on.
    Mentors love working there and want to see you succeed.

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    I can't say anything bad about my experience at Hack Reactor. It provided the perfect knowledge to become a Software Engineer

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  • James Verch
    James Verch
    Software Development Engineer • Student • 12-Week Software Engineering Immersive • San Francisco
    Feb 27, 2019
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    Hack Reactor helped me become a software engineer

    I have been at Hack Reactor both as a student and as a staff (Hacker in Residence), and after having seen the program from multiple angles, I can confidently say that this is a fantastic place to become a software engineer.

    As a student, I had an incredible experience. The curriculum is fantastic. It's very obvious that a large amount of thought and effort went into the lectures and assignments, and the program even uses learning techniques found in teaching literature (i.e. spac...

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  • Peter
    Peter
    Student • 36-Week Software Engineering Online Immersive • Online
    Dec 12, 2018
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    Great course

    Having taken two online courses I feel very confident in saying that Hack React was a good choice, which is not something I will say about the other online bootcamp I took.  Hack React prepared me incredibly well technically as well as preparing me through the pair programming and group project course design.  When I finished the course I was admittedly very concerned about my abilities but when I landed a job (which was introduced to me directly through the alumni network) I quickly found...

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  • Jaime Mendoza
    Jaime Mendoza
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Los Angeles
    Nov 26, 2018
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    One of the Best Decisions I Ever Made

    So let me give you some context. Before attending Hack Reactor in 2017, I was unemployed for an extended period of time. And before then, I was employed in a job that wasn't satisfying. During my employed tenure, I was doing simple HTML and CSS copy pasting, but I knew I could do better and wanted to take my game to the next level. So I left my job and for the next few years, I tried learning software engineering all on my own. 

    I learned a lot by myself because I have that tenac...

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  • Spencer Vaterlaus
    Spencer Vaterlaus
    Senior Software Engineer • Graduate • 12-Week Software Engineering Immersive • Austin
    Nov 03, 2018
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    A Life Changing Experience

    I moved to Austin just to attend Hack Reactor (HR) and it was one of the best decisions I ever made. Before HR I had few job prospects, little money, and no college degree; now I'm doing work that a truly enjoy, making much more money than I need, and... still don't have a college degree. 😜

    The program is hectic and difficult, especially when you're so poor that you have to live in the cheapest part of town, cook almost all your own food, and take the bus everyday. But the leader...

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  • Sam Shih
    Sam Shih
    Front End Engineer • Graduate • 36-Week Software Engineering Online Immersive • Online
    Sep 24, 2018
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    Great Program

    The staff are outstanding. The program is high accountability and high transparency. It's very conducive to people who feel initially out of place trying to cross over into the coding world. If you pay attention and lock into the program, the chances of you making it as a software engineer are very high, I believe. Would definitely recommend!

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  • John Webb
    John Webb
    Software Engineer 1 • Graduate • 36-Week Software Engineering Online Immersive • Online
    Sep 24, 2018
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    HRR31: Fast Paced, Challenging, and Great Outcomes Support, Hired in 4 Weeks

    Awesome program. Great staff.  Very friendly and willing to help with anything. Instructors always challenged us to try the latest technology, and did a great job of guiding us to a solution without just telling us. Got hired a few weeks after graduation, and formed some great memories with all my classmates. 

    Advice: I did the remote advanced software engineering immersive. This is a very fast paced course that is 11 hours a day 6 days a week for 12 weeks. Well worth it, and very ...

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  • John Mastro
    John Mastro
    Data Engineer • Graduate • Hack Reactor • Los Angeles
    Aug 18, 2018
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    Exactly what I needed

    I attended Hack Reactor Los Angeles as part of the HRLA22 cohort starting in April 2018. The tl;dr is that I’m happy to give Hack Reactor a 5-star review: it worked out for me exactly as I’d hoped. I learned a lot, had a lot of fun, built friendships and professional relationships with an excellent group of people, and landed a well-compensated job I’m excited about.

    About me: I’d been programming for several years before Hack Reactor, mostly in Python and SQL, which made me one of...

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Hack Reactor Alumni Reviews Summary

Based on 300+ Hack Reactor reviews on Course Report, alumni frequently praise the intensive and immersive nature of their programs, particularly the Software Engineering Immersive. Alumni often mention the high level of rigor and the comprehensive curriculum that prepares them for careers in tech. One student shared, "Hack Reactor was amazing! I was able to do the bootcamp fully remote, and received a job offer after less than 3 months searching."​​ However, some reviews highlighted the challenging aspects, such as the demanding workload and the need for total commitment during the program.
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FAQs

How much does Hack Reactor cost?

Hack Reactor costs around $19,480.

What courses does Hack Reactor teach?

Hack Reactor offers courses like 12-Week Software Engineering Online Immersive, 19-Week Software Engineering Immersive with JavaScript & Python.

Where does Hack Reactor have campuses?

Hack Reactor teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Is Hack Reactor worth it?

Hack Reactor hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 334 Hack Reactor alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Hack Reactor on Course Report - you should start there!

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We let alumni answer that question. 334 Hack Reactor alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Hack Reactor and rate their overall experience a 4.59 out of 5.

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You can read 334 reviews of Hack Reactor on Course Report! Hack Reactor alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Hack Reactor and rate their overall experience a 4.59 out of 5.

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