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Skill Distillery

Average Rating4.73
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Skill Distillery is an intensive, 16-week Java bootcamp in Denver, Colorado. The course is arranged into three units – Java Programming, Server-side Java, and Front-end Development. The curriculum focuses on the fundamentals of programming, Java (and its libraries), unit testing, Spring, Spring MVC, and using a source code repository. Students will also gain experience deploying web content to a web server and navigating the server file system from the command line. S...
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  • Chris Buttaro
    Chris Buttaro
    Junior Software Engineer • Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/Java Bootcamp (Onsite) • Denver
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    Feb 09, 2017
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    Life Changing

    Without Skill Distillery I would not have the high paying, Junior Software Engineer position I have now.  In my new position I will be joining three Skill Distillery graduates already working for my new employer.  Before the course my options were to take a position setting up TV dishes on roofs, go back to my old job contracting in Afghanistan, or go to college for another two years.  That is not to say you it will be easy for you find a job after completing this course if you...

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  • Jimmy Tran
    Jimmy Tran
    Software Developer • Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Mar 14, 2024
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    Awesome learning experience

    I was a student in SD42 cohort. As someone with zero prior experience or background in coding or full-stack programming, this program has brought me a lot of knowledge and practical experience.  The instructors have real experiences in software induysttry and  provide a vast range of experiences and teach styles. The learning process is steep and fast however the material is set up in a way that continuous advancement into more complicated coding is seamless.  I would totally recommend t...
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  • Diego Alberto De La Puente
    Diego Alberto De La Puente
    Senior Software Engineer • Graduate
    Feb 06, 2024
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    Super positive and rewarding Java Boot camp experience

    I am delighted to announce my successful completion of the software coding bootcamp at Skill Distillery, where I immersed myself in 75% Java and 25% Angular. Entering the program with the goal of becoming a proficient Java developer, I can proudly say that, four months later, I have achieved that objective. Not only can I now program fundamental Java to construct console-based applications, but I have also gained the skills to develop more sophisticated server-side applications that inte...
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  • Jacob Snell
    Jacob Snell
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    Feb 05, 2024
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    very comprehensive.

    Skilldisitllery is a school worth your money, they run you through a large amount of real-world skills. You will learn a lot about not only how to use technologies that are crucial to the field of full stack development (which they teach you a ton of), but also the skills to coordinate with a team via the great practice in the midterm and final group projects, if you are looking for a bootcamp to learn a lot of skill with real-word tools, this is for you.
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  • Osvaldo Maldonado
    Osvaldo Maldonado
    Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Feb 05, 2024
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    My 4 month developer journey !

    I went from zero to hero in a matter of 4 months attending this bootcamp. The instructional staff is absolutely amazing; they are patient and knowledgeable. Your learning preference does not matter. The overall pace of the course was perfect for beginners and intermediate programmers. I was a bit hesitant to attend an online class because I am more of a 'learn in person' type of student, but all of that went out the window after this course. The classes are very engaging and entertaining...
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  • Parris Jones
    Parris Jones
    Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Feb 05, 2024
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    From Course Report to Review

    When I was looking around for Bootcamps to attend, I did a lot of research. I looked for anywhere that had good reviews and a great team with successful outcomes. I ended up finding a lot of mixed reviews but most of them that came from SD were impactful. I charged straight ahead and went, and it's the best thing I've done so far. I started as a non-programmer who had never touched the CLI, to developing Full-Stack websites.
    The instructors were great, and all of them wanted nothing b...
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  • Cody Comstock
    Cody Comstock
    Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Nov 06, 2023
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    Extremely difficult but worth it.

    The Java full-stack web development program at skill distillery is one of the most challenging things I have ever completed. I feel they have done a wonderful job giving my new career a jumpstart. The instructors are passionate about programming and teaching. 
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  • Cortnie Barrow
    Cortnie Barrow
    Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Sep 14, 2023
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    Skill Distillery Review

    From day one, the bootcamp offered a dynamic and comprehensive curriculum that covered a wide range of topics essential for full stack development. The program kicked off with an in-depth exploration of Java, the backbone of countless software applications. The instructors were not only experts in their fields but also passionate about teaching, making complex concepts approachable and engaging.

    One of the standout aspects of the bootcamp was its focus on hands-on lear...
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  • jacob bancroft
    jacob bancroft
    Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Sep 07, 2023
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    Fantastic, Intensive, Knowledgeable

    Skill Distillery offers a very intensive coding bootcamp that will leave you with the knowledge to find an entry level developer . This program goes for 16 weeks but honestly doesn't feel like it as the amount of knowledge on full-stack java development you gain from this course feels like you just completed a 4 year course. The instructors at Skill Distillery some of the best instructors i have been taught by period, all of them are very knowledgable of the systems/languages you will be...
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  • Dean Coffman
    Dean Coffman
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    Sep 06, 2023
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    One of the best educational experiences I've ever had.

    4 Months ago I was at a point in my life that I knew I needed a change. I just didn't know I needed THIS change. I am the kind of person that does their research. I read a lot about  bootcamps and how they compared to the current market of available jobs, and what recruiters in this field thought about graduates. Honestly, not all of the reading was positive. One of the biggest issues was the material that these classes covered and the lack of information retention. That was one of the m...
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  • Patrick Hansen
    Patrick Hansen
    Student • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Jul 05, 2023
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    Worth it

    I'm just finishing the full time Java Full Stack Development 16 week course. The instruction team and the TAs are all awesome. This is not easy and you will struggle, but you will have a team of support teaching you how to use some of the most in demand technologies as well as giving you the tools to pick up more.
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  • Jacob Van
    Jacob Van
    Student • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Jul 04, 2023
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    Very Good Coding Bootcamp

    I am a new graduate from Skill Distillery. From start to finish, Skill Distillery has provided me with the tools / guidance that is necessary in order to begin my new career in programming. One of the things that stands out the most about SD are the instructors. Not only are they experts in their field, but they are passionate about teaching and will strive to make sure that you succeed. Their ability to adapt their teaching methods to various learning styles ensured that every student r...
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Alicia Boddy
Alicia Boddy
Updated January 11, 2024
What Is VET TEC? VET TEC is a high-tech training pilot program that doesn t use GI Bill benefits and pays a monthly housing stipend to students in the program. VET TEC stands for V eteran E mployment T hrough T echnology E ducation C ourses. In other words, veterans can attend a coding bootcamp for free without using any GI Bill benefits! Insider Update FY '24 is the last year of the VET TEC pilot program. The pilot program will end on 4/1/24 or when funding is exhausted. The VET TEC Authorization ...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated July 07, 2015
Since the White House Department of Veterans Affairs hosted the first coding bootcamp roundtable in September 2014, it's been clear that the use of the GI Bill for bootcamp tuition is on the minds of both educators and government. Recently, Skill Distillery , a 19-week Java Coding Bootcamp in Denver, Colorado, was VA-Approved and began accepting the GI Bill- huge news! Skill Distillery CEO Cole Frock talks to Course Report about the process to become approved, why veterans ...
Harry Hantel
Harry Hantel
Updated July 01, 2015
Welcome to the June News Roundup, your monthly news digest full of the most interesting articles and announcements in the bootcamp space. Do you want something considered for the next News Roundup? Submit announcements of new courses, scholarships, or open jobs at your school! Coding Bootcamps In The Headlines Coding Bootcamp Enrollment Soars! (via Bloomberg) Skill Distillery is the First Coding Bootcamp Approved for GI Bill. Coding Dojo spotlighted in Geekwire News. ...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated September 11, 2014
With over 40,000 alumni from their Batky-Howell training courses, Bruce Batky and Cole Frock have recently launched their 19-week Java bootcamp, Skill Distillery , in Denver, Colorado. We catch up with Cole and Bruce to discuss their hands-on instruction, how they constructed the Java curriculum, and the types of companies Skill Distillery is partnering with to place graduates in jobs! Remember, the Course Report community is eligible for a 500 scholarship ...

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4.7
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4.5
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How much does Skill Distillery cost?

Skill Distillery costs around $19,950.

What courses does Skill Distillery teach?

Skill Distillery offers courses like Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online), Full-Stack Web Development w/Java Bootcamp (Onsite).

Where does Skill Distillery have campuses?

Skill Distillery has an in-person campus in Denver.

Is Skill Distillery worth it?

Skill Distillery hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 145 Skill Distillery alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Skill Distillery on Course Report - you should start there!

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We let alumni answer that question. 145 Skill Distillery alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Skill Distillery and rate their overall experience a 4.73 out of 5.

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Yes, Course Report is excited to offer an exclusive Skill Distillery scholarship for $500 off tuition! Skill Distillery accepts the GI Bill!

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Skill Distillery is a certified vocational school by the state of Colorado.

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