LaunchCode is a nonprofit which offers free full-time, 14-week, and part-time, 20-week immersive coding bootcamps and apprenticeships in multiple locations in the US. The programs cover programming languages and concepts like Python, Java, and web developer tools. In addition, LaunchCode provides various online and in-person resources to prepare students for a job in tech. LaunchCode's programs are free and accessible to motivated individuals who are assessed for passion, drive and aptitude rather than credentials. LaunchCode offers a variety of courses, which blend in-person classroom instruction with online learning. Students will receive mentored support from instructors, teaching fellows, and professional programmers.
Applicants must submit an online application with online coding puzzles, followed by a tech interview with LaunchCode where applicants must demonstrate a project they have built. Once accepted, students will need to complete 10-12 hours of pre-work.
All of LaunchCode's courses integrate job-readiness to prepare graduates to enter LaunchCode’s Apprenticeship Program, which matches entry-level technologists with companies for paid job opportunities. Students will participate in a final project showcase for potential employers.
This course is just like someone giving you full load of videos and materials, then ask you to watch and read!
Don't expect lots of assistance from the TAs, they are students as well.
In the beginning you will recieve lots of support from the administration, then toward the end of the course, you are on your own!!
It seems as if everyone disappeared! The class size shrinks into half the size of students, then what so called "Job placement assistance" are gone!
...This course is just like someone giving you full load of videos and materials, then ask you to watch and read!
Don't expect lots of assistance from the TAs, they are students as well.
In the beginning you will recieve lots of support from the administration, then toward the end of the course, you are on your own!!
It seems as if everyone disappeared! The class size shrinks into half the size of students, then what so called "Job placement assistance" are gone!
First their attitude is like you are the begger and they are giving you money or job! then try reach out to anyone, and good luck if they answer, or solve anything.
I just finished the course and never heared anything from anyone! No job interviews, no updates, or anything. Just like that. They give you a piece of paper that says "you have achieved and completed LC101 course"
If you have time to watch lots of videos and want some general information about coding, then this course is for you.
If you are looking for a job and a career in coding, then don't waiste your time. You tube it and google jobs.
I would tell you more once I find where everyone (Teachers and administrators) went! probably Mars.
I attended LaunchCode's most recent immersive coding bootcamp and can speak very highly of it. Even after you graduate, they won't place you in a program until you've done a project that demonstrates knowledge of one of the languages you've learned in the camp, as well as new skills you've learned on your own. They highly encourage you to pick a language in demand in your area, and in my area the language of most demand is Java. So, I'm still working on my project and haven't gotten an int...
I attended LaunchCode's most recent immersive coding bootcamp and can speak very highly of it. Even after you graduate, they won't place you in a program until you've done a project that demonstrates knowledge of one of the languages you've learned in the camp, as well as new skills you've learned on your own. They highly encourage you to pick a language in demand in your area, and in my area the language of most demand is Java. So, I'm still working on my project and haven't gotten an internship yet, but many people I know (from previous cohorts) have gotten an internship through them and are extremely thankful for the opportunity. I can't say LC is perfect, but I will vouch for the fact that they care deeply about what they are doing and constantly trying to improve the services they provide. It's definitely a very challenging class. You will learn a lot of if you dedicate the time and energy to follow their curriculum.
The course is quite bad, run by instructors with not much experience, in quite a hostile environment. I have seen many stories on their greediness. Many people who thought they were not able to make it and wanted to leave during the beginning of the program were convinced to stay and then left by themselves totally behind. I swear out of all the people of my cohort, like 90% of them wanted to leave negative feedback but they were afraid the post-job assistance would not provide anything in...
The course is quite bad, run by instructors with not much experience, in quite a hostile environment. I have seen many stories on their greediness. Many people who thought they were not able to make it and wanted to leave during the beginning of the program were convinced to stay and then left by themselves totally behind. I swear out of all the people of my cohort, like 90% of them wanted to leave negative feedback but they were afraid the post-job assistance would not provide anything in that case.
For the projects, there's no real standard for quality. I put in a lot of work to make ambitious projects with pretty web design so they would actually look good on my resume. But looking at other students' work, I saw most people just did the bare minimum to pass the project requirements. I didn't feel like there was any incentive for people to try and become "great" web developers with projects they could be proud of. It definitely seems like they care more about quantity because that's what really serves their reputation. During the program, I had a friend who went to another intensive bootcamp (which I won't name). But she gave me access to her school's portal, and I did the majority of their workshops. Honestly, the difference in quality was staggering. Their information was much more so up-to-date and their approach to web development so much more engaging and serious. Job Placement Numbers - While they market their job placement % numbers all over the place, the truth is that they hire a substantial number of their own graduates to be teaching fellows/assistants and instructors for their own program. What this means is that they can claim this as legitimate employment for their graduates but it doesn't really satisfy the true perception that the industry as a whole thinks about their graduates in terms of programming skills & knowledge, as much as their job placement numbers hope to lead you to believe. In reality it's a win-win for them because it allows them to report high job % placement numbers as well as hire relatively cheap teaching staff for their program. And even the lucky few who get into the apprenticeship program, they usually end up working hard for peanuts with no guarantee after completing their apprenticeship which often turns out to be just a cheaply-compensated internship.How much does LaunchCode cost?
LaunchCode costs around $0.
What courses does LaunchCode teach?
LaunchCode offers courses like Data Analysis, Salesforce, SQL Server & Databases, Web Development - Java & C#.
Where does LaunchCode have campuses?
LaunchCode has in-person campuses in Kansas City and St. Louis.
Is LaunchCode worth it?
LaunchCode hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 14 LaunchCode alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed LaunchCode on Course Report - you should start there!
Is LaunchCode legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 14 LaunchCode alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed LaunchCode and rate their overall experience a 3.5 out of 5.
Does LaunchCode offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Right now, it doesn't look like LaunchCode offers scholarships or accepts the GI Bill. We're always adding to the list of schools that do offer Exclusive Course Report Scholarships and a list of the bootcamps that accept the GI Bill.
Can I read LaunchCode reviews?
You can read 14 reviews of LaunchCode on Course Report! LaunchCode alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed LaunchCode and rate their overall experience a 3.5 out of 5.
Is LaunchCode accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. LaunchCode doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.
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