Le Wagon is a global tech and AI training provider offering full-time and part-time training programs in AI Software, Data Science, Data Analytics, and more. Founded in 2013 in Paris, Le Wagon now operates in 27 cities across more than 20 countries, as well as online. The curriculum is regularly updated to reflect the latest industry trends, and the hands-on approach ensures that students are well-equipped to succeed in the tech world, accelerate their careers, transition into tech, or launch their own startups.
AI Software and Data Analytics Bootcamp applicants do not need any previous technical experience, but should be motivated, curious, and social. Le Wagon’s programs are open to beginners, though some tracks – like Data Science – require basic knowledge of programming and math. Data Engineering bootcamp applicants should have professional experience in data or a technical degree. According to Le Wagon, alumni include numerous entrepreneurs who have established over 200 tech startups and raised more than $1 billion globally.
Students are supported by a recognized teaching method and a student-centric approach. Students at Le Wagon have access to comprehensive career services, such as 1:1 coaching, tech talks, and assistance with job materials and GitHub.
Le Wagon partners with higher education institutions such as HEC Paris, IAE Business School in Argentina, or King's College London. Le Wagon for Business also helps enterprises, such as IKEA, Total, LVMH, or Société Générale, solve their tech talent gap by training and building in-house tech and data teams.
Le Wagon offers various scholarships and financing options, such as installment plans, Income Share Agreements, public funding, and more.
Why did I choose Le Wagon coding bootcamp in Copenhagen?
My background
I’m a classically trained “corporate ninja” within the disciplines of business administration and marketing. Since the world is becoming more and more digital I wanted to add digital skills to my tool belt. More specifically I wanted to learn how a digital product is developed from scratc...
Why did I choose Le Wagon coding bootcamp in Copenhagen?
My background
I’m a classically trained “corporate ninja” within the disciplines of business administration and marketing. Since the world is becoming more and more digital I wanted to add digital skills to my tool belt. More specifically I wanted to learn how a digital product is developed from scratch and how the development process is organized. I researched options for coding schools that would offer short-term coding courses but they were based abroad and I was looking for a “local” solution. When I found out that Le Wagon was opening here in Copenhagen Denmark I knew I had to join. Hence I enrolled in the 9-week bootcamp in summer of 2016.
Why Le Wagon
I did a lot of research on Le Wagon prior to joining it. What really sets Le Wagon apart from the rest is the entrepreneurial focus: you get the chance to develop your own product and think like an entrepreneur. This was a perfect match with my business background, since it was building on top of my existing knowledge base as well as expanding into unknown territories (well, hello coding!). Having a full stack curricullum that takes back-end as well as front-end into account was exactly the combination I was looking for with my zero skills in coding. Furthermore my research also showed that Le Wagon was highly recommended and scored very well on ratings. That’s why I chose it.
The bootcamp
I was part of the very first Copenhagen batch of Le Wagon. One word that sums of the whole 9 week experience: excellent! The teaching was great since we had people who were professional developers and knew exactly what they were talking about. The teachers were highly competent and professional. Not only were we presented to new knowledge every day, we learnt how to apply it to exercises that were really challenging - but strengthened our understanding of the concepts. Every day you built up your skills brick by brick. The first 6 weeks really gave you the necessary skill set and was the best prep for the last stretch of the bootcamp: two major projects in the remaining 3 weeks. We created our own Airbnb clone ( platform was similar) while the second was our own app idea. Being able to go from having absolutely no coding skills to create sites that actually look like something worthwhile is quite cool. You literally see how much you progress every week and that just motivates you keep on learning and coding.
Besides all the new knowledge the social aspect is just as good. These 9 weeks are probably the most challenging you experience but the social aspect of it makes it even more worthwhile. You have a lot of fun during these 9 weeks. Even after 12 hours of coding every day we would go out for burgers or beers in the evening. And we stil meet even after the bootcamp is over because you are Le Wagon buddies for life (we really are!)
Pros
You learn a lot in 9 weeks. The amount of knowledge you get in these 9 weeks is massive. But you also learn to apply the knowledge in an actual, practical sense. You start viewing and evaluating digital solutions that you see everywhere.
Copenhagen. It’s a beautiful city that’s really open and young. Give it a try. You will love the biking and social life of the city.
Start of your coding journey. You really get a solid foundation to learn even more after the bootcamp is done.
You understand how a digital product is developed. Although the projects of the bootcamp are of miniature-scale the core methods of structuring the development processes are the same in the real world.
Reshape your career. Having the digital understanding as above mentioned makes you even more interesting for a future employer. I can vouch for this because it led to my new job within IT project management.
The social aspect. You have a lot fun while your brain is frying because of all the new concepts it’s trying to absorp.
Cons
You learn a lot in 9 weeks. At times you would lose track of which concepts you covered in the previous week because there is a lot to cover. I recommend that by end of each day you reflect on the key concepts you learnt.
Not for the faint-hearted. Learning how to code is challenging. At times you will feel frustrated because you just aren’t getting it. It’s important that you come with an open mind and accept that sometimes it takes a bit more time for you to learn it. But eventually you will.
How much does Le Wagon cost?
Le Wagon costs around €590.
What courses does Le Wagon teach?
Le Wagon offers courses like AI Software bootcamp | On campus, full-time, AI Software bootcamp | Online, full-time, AI Software bootcamp | Online, part-time, Data Analytics bootcamp | On campus, full-time and 9 more.
Where does Le Wagon have campuses?
Le Wagon has in-person campuses in Amsterdam, Bali, Bangalore, Barcelona, Berlin, Bordeaux, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Casablanca, Dubai, Lille, Lima, Lisbon, London, Lyon, Madrid, Mauritius, Melbourne, Mexico City, Montreal, Munich, Nantes, Paris, Rennes, Rio de Janeiro, Santiago, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo, and Toulouse. Le Wagon also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
Is Le Wagon worth it?
Le Wagon hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 3,684 Le Wagon alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Le Wagon on Course Report - you should start there!
Is Le Wagon legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 3,684 Le Wagon alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Le Wagon and rate their overall experience a 4.95 out of 5.
Does Le Wagon offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Right now, it doesn't look like Le Wagon 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 Le Wagon reviews?
You can read 3,684 reviews of Le Wagon on Course Report! Le Wagon alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Le Wagon and rate their overall experience a 4.95 out of 5.
Is Le Wagon accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. Le Wagon doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.
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