Le Wagon

 I wanted to learn how to code to secure a better future for myself and to discover a passion. I definitely have a passion for software development so I quit my job to learn how to code thanks to Le Wagon.

I’m 30 years old so I didn’t have time to study computer engineering for 4-5 years. And why should I go down that route anyway when I can learn it in 9 weeks instead? It may sound crazy if you never heard about bootcamps but it’s the truth. You can learn it in 9 weeks.
In my opinion Le Wagon is “the best” in the business. It has the most kind and helpful instructors – all of whom were experts in their fields – who did everything they could to teach you.  And it’s extremely helpful, with access to countless additional educational resources.
Ultimately, Le Wagon knows exactly what to teach and how to teach it. They offer a brilliant community with a curriculum that is intertwined with a “practice makes perfect” approach which reflects the latest technology.
During the bootcamp, learning new things on a daily basis was great, but to actually practice what you learn everyday, that was priceless. After the bootcamp you join a worldwide community with people who are willing to help.
We often had weekly webinars, which were great. They offered a chance to understand the sector by listening to developer’s stories and asking questions to people who have achieved great success. 

The very last week of the bootcamp, “Career Week” was super helpful because when you finally finish the 9 intense weeks, it is easy to feel lost. Career week prepares you very well for this situation psychologically. It gives you guidance and makes the transition easy for you after graduating.
I recently landed my first job in tech as a Software Developer for NEAR Protocol, and I can’t wait to see what the future brings! 
My favourite memory of the bootcamp is the day we built the Mr. Cocktail app on our own because it is the first project where we implemented everything we had learned so far.

When I saw that everybody has a different approach, I realized that there is no best way to do a project, because there are so many ways you can code a solution.
I wanted to learn how to code to secure a better future for myself and to discover a passion. No matter what you do, you better have a passion for it. Otherwise, it will be very hard to pursue your idea. I definitely have a passion for software development so I quit my job to learn how to code thanks to Le Wagon.

I was inspired by the concept that software is the future. I’ll never forget the feeling I had when I saw Steve Job’s first presentation about the first iPhone. The first iPhone looked like magic to me. I learned how to code because I want to be part of that kind of magic in the future.  
Meanwhile, I’m 30 years old so I didn’t have time to study computer engineering for 4-5 years. And why should I go down that route anyway when I can learn it in 9 weeks instead? It may sound crazy if you never heard about bootcamps but it’s the truth. You can learn it in 9 weeks.
After graduating, I felt like Le Wagon gave me the boost that I needed to become a real participant in the tech sector, and it also taught me how to learn, which is one of the “must have features” of a software developer. 

I recently landed my first job in tech as a Software Developer for NEAR Protocol, and I can’t wait to see what the future brings!
In my opinion Le Wagon is “the best” in the business. It has the most kind and helpful instructors – all of whom were experts in their fields – who did everything they could to teach you. Ultimately, Le Wagon knows exactly what to teach and how to teach it. 

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I was looking for a good course in data science and deep learning … took me some time to review all available offers. In the end I decided to choose Le Wagon because it seemed more organized, the content seems higher quality than the competition. In the end I’m very grateful for this choice. It was hard work, but I feel confident about my new skills and ready to start my own business. In addition I am part of huge community and I feel supported. I totally recommend this class ! Read less

I had the opportunity to enroll in the 10-week Data Science Bootcamp offered by Le Wagon, in their Spring batch. Initially I was reluctant on choosing between the Web Development and the Data Science course, but I'm glad I chose the Data Science one.
The curriculum offered encapsules all the technologies necessary to go from zero to hero in the area and completely overhaul your career into one of a Data Scientist / Analyst / Engineer.

From simple Python scripts to complex machine learning models, Le Wagon Data Science Bootcamp, guides you through the process of comprehending how to develop a data-based app and later deploy it into the world so it can be experienced by other users.

More so, the teachers are very knowledgeable, attentive to the progress of each students, and available even in the off hours. I highly recommend thsi course to ayone interested in completely changing their career to one focused on data analysis or to someone who wants to consolidate knowledge in this area and become more prepared for innovative technologies. Read less

I attended Le Wagon in Tokyo in 2021 and I had a great experience! 
The teachers were really friendly, helpful and knowledgeable with real life experience working in teach for quite some time. 

Even though the main language and framework taught at Le Wagon (Ruby and Ruby on Rails) isn't super commonly used by bigger companies, they teach you more than only a single framework, they teach you how to problem solve with code and how to work together as a teach when building larger projects, which has really come in handy now when I'm working as a full time developer. 

I would strongly recommend Le Wagon to anyone wanting to get into code, not only if you are a beginner but also if you are like I was with some prior experience!  Read less

Before the bootcamp, I worked in financial markets, both as a trader and a broker. I always felt curious about programming and did some online courses.
As I wanted to change my career and decided to try Le Wagon Web Development bootcamp, mainly for its high reputation. 
I was not disappointed. I joined the part time course for the last six months and this was undoubtedly one of the best decisions I ever made. The bootcamp is of course very challenging and students need to be very committed in order to really take advantage of it, but overall I found the program exceptionally well structured. Le Wagon’s methodology is great and the professors are very knowledgeable and supportive. Additionally, you get to make new friends and be part of an amazing community. 
Now, I am looking for a job where I can apply what I learned and even though the bootcamp is over, Le Wagon’s team continues to help me, sharing valuable tips and scheduling video calls to answer some of my questions.
If you are considering becoming a developer, Le Wagon’s bootcamp is the best place to start! Read less

Le Wagon will teach you all the necessary aspects of building a web app. From Backend in Ruby on Rails to Frontend in HTML, CSS, and JS passing by SQL databases, prototyping in Figma, branching your work in git and GitHub, and also deploying your app in Heroku.

The technical aspect it's very good and will give you a strong foundation and confidence to dive into the world of Web Development.

However, it's in the human dimension that Le Wagon shines brighter. All the staff and teachers are amazing, friendly, and go above and beyond to provide the necessary support to the students during the Bootcamp. Also, I was lucky to be in a batch of amazing, dedicated, and collaborative people that I am now proud of calling friends. Read less

I attended the Data Science bootcamp at Le Wagon and I would have never expected to learn so much in such a short time!I opted for the part-time program because it allowed me to continue working: classes are held in the evening twice a week and on Saturdays. The main advantage is that you have more time to assimilate new concepts, since the part-time bootcamp lasts 24 weeks instead of 9.The program is well structured and gives you a comprehensive overview of different topics in the data field: from Data Analysis, through Machine Learning and Deep Learning, to Data Engineering. This helped me understand which field I liked the most and wanted to work in.I was impressed by the tools we were provided with: in the learning platform you can review all the lectures -in English and French-, have access to the slides and different exercises, which are well guided and with automated corrections.What I also liked about my experience at Le Wagon is the atmosphere which is very dynamic and warm. The teachers are very knowledgeable and willing to help and the staff is friendly and organizes fun activities to unwind after the class.I would definitely recommend attending the Data Science bootcamp at Le Wagon. For me, it was a very empowering experience that allowed me to challenge myself and gave the tools to pursue a career in Data Science. Read less

I can't speak highly enough of my experience on the Web Development course at Le Wagon Lisbon. The curriculum was broad, relevant and fast paced. I met a lot of amazing people both instructors and other students that have left a very positive impact on my life. The quality of the teaching was excellent and filled with highly experienced professionals that appeared to have answers to all my questions (I had a lot). 

The course was intense and fast paced, which suited me well. Be prepared and make sure you make space to give it your undivided attention for the full duration.

Following graduation, I was very pleased to discover that Le Wagon has a high class reputation in the industry and it's certainly helped with applying to jobs. I am also now connected to their huge community of alumni on slack that regularly spits out freelancing opportunities and useful insights into the industry.

Highly recommend it for anyone looking to be accelerated into the tech industry. Read less

Before doing Le Wagon, I was in a slump. Professionally, emotionally, mentally, things were not going well for me. I had tried to learn coding on my own, with very mediocre results. Sure I could follow tutorials online but I couldn't build a full-blown web application that would land me a job. The process of learning on my own was also very frustrating. I would often get stuck, to the point where I wondered if coding was even for me.

During the bootcamp, it was completely different. Their teaching methodology is amazing! I progressed so fast and now every time I got stuck on something, I had a teacher by my side to guide me to the answer. The teaching staff is amazing and would help me even after their work hours were over. 

In 6 months not only had I built 2 web apps with amazing classmates but also gained so much confidence in my ability to code and learn new concepts, which was invaluable to me. One month after I started looking for a job, I got hired! Making 2,5x my previous salary.

Le Wagon taught me to code professionally, opening up so many new opportunities but more than that, it also gave me my self-confidence back. ❤️ Read less

I did the bootcamp in 2020 in and it is really worth it! The materials offered have an amazing quality, the teachers are also amazing! The same time is really demanding, it is also really grateful to build a functional web app in the end. It is amazing to learn so much in a short amount of time in a light and didatic way. I recommend it to anyone who wants to learn how to code! Read less

Before enrolling into Le Wagon Lyon's Data Science full time course, I had 3 years experience as Business Development Manager. I felt a bit stuck and wanted to change my career path. I wanted to learn new skills that would open opportunities. I chose Data Science because of my background and the boom of this sector. After blood, sweat and tears learning it, it has become for me a tremendous source of stimulating thoughts and ideas. 3 months after graduating, I have started my own business and use my new Data Analysis, Science and Engineering skills to contribute to coherent projects within organizations who want to take data-driven decisions. Le Wagon is a community and you will find helpful people in your new career path along the way. Would recommend 5/5 !  Read less

Passionate about digital and start ups, I worked for several years as CMO, mostly for e-commerce pureplayers, and also cofounded a start up in edtech.
For more than 12 years, I enjoyed working with developers but without knowing how to code...
I chose to attend Le Wagon coding bootcamp to better understand the tech environment I work in. Being able to speak with Product and Developers teams is a key skill for a start up CMO. Going further in User Experience, Growth marketing and Data-analysis is also very valuable as marketing is more and more about tech and data.
Le Wagon has been an incredible experience I would definitely recommend for everyone working or willing to work in a tech environment. Read less

Before the bootcamp, I worked at KMPG as senior consultant focused on optimizing processes to make them more efficient. I got more and more interested in how the different tools we used worked, and how I could use code to build such tools myself. The Le Wagon Data Science bootcamp covered everything I was looking for, and a lot more! My favorite parts were the daily challenges and the final project (an AI DJ), tackling them with my buddies, and of course, having a lot of fun in the proces! Read less

Prior joining Le Wagon I worked in different companies as software engineer. At my last position I worked on GUI projects for desktop software in the domain of semi-conductors, programming on Linux PCs in C++ and using the Qt framework for the GUI.  When I decided to setup as freelance I wanted  to learn web development which was something new for me. The experience at Le Wagon Lyon was amazing. Courses are well structured to quick learn new concepts. Instructors are nice people always ready to help anybody. Projects weeks are intensive and challenging when working with people having different backgrounds. And even after the bootcamp, Le Wagon is there to help and advice. Read less

I came to Le Wagon with no prior experience in programming, without any background in computer networking... and here I am, three weeks after graduation I have my first mission as a full-stack developer! Hole Le Wagon team was very helpful and understanding and they are really caring about your career success (many thanks to Simon (the career-week coach) who did a great job). An intense 9-week learn-to-code program will teach you to code, but also will help you to understand how to use code in your own way. You will be provided with all skills you need to break into tech. Overall, Le Wagon is a great community of teachers, students & alumni all over the world. Read less

My background is from several years of Interior design/architecture and always loved tech and design.
In the recent months during the pandemic, I learnt about the full stack program from Le Wagon while trying to learn about UX/UI online. Being in my mid career and the long distance online course, I was not 100% sure how the program would turn out to be.
Now that I have finished, I am proud to say I have graduated and would definitely look for a tech related field. The online classes were always engaging and definitely challenging, I can't thank the supportive teachers enough which I felt was the best part of Le Wagon!  I am glad I took up this course. Read less

Hello, I’m Jose Prieto!
I’m from Paraguay and some of my hobbies are video games, travel, CrossFit and now coding. 
Before the bootcamp I worked as a Bank Account Manager for almost 6 years. My main focus was meeting the needs of increasingly demanding clients and meeting monthly revenue targets, which helped me to work under a lot of pressure. 
As a video game lover, I have always been very curious about technology and programming and knew that sooner or later I was going to make the big leap. 
When I found out about Le Wagon I knew I had to do it. The experience was incredible and I not only learned a lot but also had a lot of fun during the process of learning how to code. After the 9 week program I’m overwhelmed by how much I have learned and I am eager to build on my newly acquired knowledge and keep learning.  Read less

OK Internet was already part of my life. But not of my work. I used to work for a luxury company, selecting what would be in stores.
Our clients used WeChat, Instagram or e-shops all the time but my job was centered around brick-and-mortar experience. I could not see myself cornered with retail forever so I decided to join Le Wagon to learn some code.

"You have to trust us, everybody will succeed eventually" was the first sentence I heard from the teachers. 
While everybody's pace was different, no one was left behind and after 9 weeks we all could code. 
It's amazing to see that I can now create a web app from a glorified TextEdit file.

Le Wagon taught me web development but spiked my curiosity. I can explore concepts like Machine Learning or Big Data and I feel confident enough to do sales for an Artificial Intelligence start-up. Read less

I decided to do Le Wagon because I needed a change in my professional life, it is not easy to know what to do, in which sector and to find the right way to do it. With the Wagon I discovered the IT, it was a very intense 9 weeks but the teachers and staff are really nice and the atmosphere is very special. I met great people who I worked with every day and I really enjoyed spending time with them. It gave me a new vision of professional life, more colorful, more flexible.
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 As the founder of Facildata, the digital brick for your building.
I have chosen Le Wagon web development program for the two following main reasons:1- To have a concrete experience of coding and web development.
2- To be part of the great community of le Wagon which has an excellent spirit and provides so many valuable advices and services for the founders and the developers. 

 This was a great experience, thanks to kitt and the paris wagon team which follow and guide you along the bootcamp.  Read less