Springboard Reviews
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Temilola Famakinwa
Great Program That Gives Just Enough Information to Delve Deeper in Any Area - Data Science Track
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The Springboard program gave a great survey of the entire data science process before going into various topics. I gained a good handle on Python programming and SQL by the end. The projects were organized in tiers of difficulty which gave me the ability to complete them at any level. By far the greatest part of this program was my technical mentor. She had incredible industry knowledge and guided me in my capstone projects so I didn't deliver work that was too simplistic or get lost in overcomplicated projects.
The one thing I'd like to see in the future of the program is more time spent on the 'software engineering' side of data science. How do you deliver in the broader context setting up models and product for commercial use within a company? I think this could be a differentiator in the future.
I am very glad I chose the Springboard Data Science Track as my first introduction into Data Science. -
Jane Chalfoun
Great experience
The curriculum is thorough, covering everything from user research to prototyping, with plenty of hands-on projects. The best part was the 1:1 mentorship from industry professionals, which provided invaluable guidance and feedback. The Industry Design Project was also a fantastic opportunity to apply what I learned in a real-world scenario, making the experience even more rewarding and practical. -
Sarah Hsieh
A Well-Structured Program That Enhances Skills with Strong Community Support
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I recently completed the Springboard certification program, and overall, I found it to be a well-structured and progressive course. The learning path was easy to follow, making it simple to stay on track and build new skills. One of the program's highlights was the active and supportive community, which provided timely help whenever I encountered challenges. This aspect greatly contributed to enhancing my marketing skills.However, I believe there is room for improvement in the mentor-matching process. It would be more beneficial if mentor assignments aligned more closely with the student’s background. Additionally, the tech support could be more responsive to ensure smoother learning experiences. -
Diego Alonso Meza Delgado
Good Curriculum and Support
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I had a good experience with the curriculum content, which offers a variety of resource types and levels. There are also optional materials that enhance the learning experience. At times, the pace of the curriculum can feel a bit fast, especially if you're balancing work or studies, but there are options like pausing the course or getting a free extension after completing a certain percentage of the content. Overall, it was a positive experience, with the technical support and mentor calls being some of the most valuable aspects. -
Tiana Lee
Challenging but worth it!
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My experience taking the UX/UI Design Career Track course has been a long, but rewarding one. The coursework is essentially sources from online, which anyone can access.
However, Springboard curriculum shines in that students are able to practice hands-on design skills through 4 portfolio projects, one of which you work with fellow design students and an industry client/ company. These projects are reviewed by hiring managers who give feedback for improvement. Additionally, the student is paired with a mentor that guides the student through learning the material and ideally, motivates them. Springboard's support team is great about getting back to you in a timely manner and making sure your questions are answered. I felt they tried their best to work with me on scheduling course extensions.
For me, the biggest challenge with the framework of this curriculum is that it is self-study/paced. If you struggle with time management, this will likely be challenging for you. There is a student Slack channel where you can connect with other students to study together virtually, but other than that I'm not aware that there was any other way to find peer support till the final project.
Overall, I think if your strengths lie in time management and consistency, taking this course would be great, especially if you are transitioning careers. The greatest value I found is 1) industry mentor, 2) hands on experience with the material and quality projects to add to your portfolio, and 3) working with an industry company. Negatives are the price and lack of peer community. -
Kelvin Cedeno
Springboard Cyber Security
My experience with Springboard was phenomenal . They set you up for success with well knowledge mentors and career coaches. There curriculum will help you to know all the fundamentals to get started in a successful career path.
I am thankful for Springboard to help me go into my new career in Cyber Security -
Aaron Hernandez
I had a great experience
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I had a really good experience with the program. I have a family and the ability to do the work on my own schedule was crucial for me. A lot of the times I was working very late at night after my kids went to bed. I had a good experience with my mentor and the support team anytime I had a technical question or a question about the course. This course is great if you can stay self motivate (the mentors and some of the lessons help with this). All in all I would recommend it to someone who needs flexible learning times and is ok with self teaching and doing research when they get stuck. -
Eric Gomez
Worth It
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The cybersecurity career track program was much more difficult than I anticipated. Regardless, I was able to complete the course thanks to my mentor and assistance fom the advising team.
Some things i wouldve done different:
1. Utilize my mentor more. They can only help you if you ask.
2. Consistency. I had some personal things get in the way of me being consistent. If I wouldve been more disciplined and consistent i wouldve finished sooner.
3. Persistence. Dont give up even when you think you cant do it. Keep going. -
Pranay Pentaparthy
The certification prepared me for real web based projects
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I liked the way the program was set. As you go through the course, you learned the basic essentials and were encouraged to learn new topics, such as NoSQL. Also, I liked how the capstones really made you think like a real developer. Plus, the support from the Career Services was really nice. If there was one thing I could change, it would be the depth of the basics about HTML and CSS taught during the first few lectures of the bootcamp. -
Kaitlyn Sirico
Not worth the money
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I decided to go with springboard because of the job guarantee, but it's a joke. They extended me 3 months for the job market and then 3 months for not living in a metro area, but when I pointed out that I do they back pedaled and said I would have gotten a 6 month extension for the job market so it evens out. Most of the course is taken from other places like data camp and linkedin learning. You can find all the information on your own for much cheaper. -
Jomkit Jujaroen
Good for self-directed students
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Just recently graduated, I think the curriculum was pretty good. I learned a lot of useful skills, concepts, and disciplines from working through the course-work, working with my industry expert mentors, and filling in the gaps here and there when needed. Admittedly there are a few moments where the coursework doesn't cover something that seems like it would be important, or there are sections in the curriculum that are still noticeably undergoing updates, but I think that's unavoidable when you're teaching technology and skills that are constantly evolving.
All that being said, my main gripe with the bootcamp is how independent the coursework was. There is an unfortunate lack of group work. A group project would be very a good experience and achievement for students' portfolios. This isn't as big of an issue if you're determined and have good self-discipline, ultimately skills that are important to pick up if you're going to be software engineer.
Another issue I had was that I switched coding mentors about three times. The first one I really liked but he had a falling out with the school and mentor program. The second mentor I had was well-meaning, but ultimately not a great fit for me, and due to personal reasons had to stop mentoring abruptly. My third mentor has been the best by far though. I wish there was some sort of trial period for mentors at the beginning of the bootcamp where you could switch around mentors, like how you're able to try out different career coaches.
So if you're looking at Springboard for your next programming bootcamp, know that all the resources and job guarantee are just that, resources. It's up to you to make the most of it, so ask any and all questions as soon as possible. You get industry experts for mentors, both technical and career. They signed up for the job, so ask them as many questions as you can. -
Jessica Glass Fritz
Great experience
This was a great way for me to continue my learning for my career while still allowing me flexibility for my job and family. The mentor was great to stay on track as well as answering my questions or concerns in a judge free way. The multiple tools and applications used made it really easy to learn the material. They also set me up for continued growth in the future. -
Marzieh Rasti
Comprehensive Data Science Course with Excellent Mentorship and Career Support
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I had an excellent experience with Springboard's Data Science course. The curriculum was well-structured, providing a strong foundation in data science concepts and tools, while also focusing on practical, hands-on projects that allowed me to apply what I learned. The mentorship program was a highlight – my mentor was knowledgeable, supportive, and always gave helpful feedback, which made a huge difference in my learning journey.The career support was another strong point, helping me refine my resume, prepare for interviews, and navigate the job search process with confidence. I felt well-prepared for the real world by the time I finished the course. -
Leah Kusumalayam
Great course for Non-Procrastinators
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Springboard's UX design bootcamp was great, except for some hiccups. The mentors aren't all great and it's up to you to make a connection with them, so I would suggest requesting different ones if you don't feel it's a good match. You're kind of alone in this course and the Slack channel is kind of random and includes people from so many different cohorts, so it's not very organized and people just promote their projects. You should of course use it to get people to test your own capstone projects though! The student advisors aren't helpful unless you ask for help. If you are a procrastinator like me and require some accountability and goal setting, ask to be set up with a springboard advisor to give u a weekly call! The job guarantee is only for people who have prior job or ux design experience really, so if you don't get it, it doesn't feel like you are truly cared about or helped - maybe also because so many of the units are therefore optional. For example, all the career units will be optional if you are not eligible for the job guarantee. -
Chris Kurosawa
Motivating and Supportive Experience
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The course was extremely organized and easy to navigate (user experience of their online platform - 5 stars!). It was challenging to power through the course since I was working at the sale time. But I felt supported by my mentor and the springboard team. There are office hours and additional resources..so if you put in the time and effort, you will gain a lot from this course. I started with 0 experience working in Healthcare and honestly I am not very tech savvy. But I feel much more equipped to jump into the field (still nervous though) because of the skills I've gained with the capstone projects. The only con is that it is a bit pricey. -
Javier Jorge Pérez Ontiveros
How Springboard Helped Me Break Into Data Science
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I had a great experience with Springboard’s Data Science Career Track. The curriculum was very well-structured, with a good mix of theory and hands-on projects that helped me understand real-world problems.
What I liked the most was the personalized mentorship. My mentor gave me very helpful feedback and career advice that made a big difference for me. The career services also helped me improve my resume and get ready for interviews.
I recommend Springboard to anyone who wants to start a career in data science. -
sindhu Earlapate
Right combination of Technical elements in the form of course curriculum and job support in the form of career coaching.
They have a great curriculum for Data Analytics with an excellent team of mentors and career coaches who will guide you through out the course period. They also have a huge slack community, where you can get instant answers to any question that pop-up. -
Kevin Lee
A worthwhile endeavor for anyone seeking a change in their career or to start a new one.
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I just completed my entire course and am awaiting my certificate! Springboard has been a great bootcamp overall in my experience. As an individual who was working full-time and finishing assignments, projects, etc., I loved the admin and support's flexibility in helping me achieve my goals. I had a great mentor who provided invaluable feedback and guidance on getting me closer to finishing this curriculum. I found the workload, networking, and endeavor to be worthwhile because for me it meant something, not just completing a bootcamp.
While this bootcamp provided great coursework, a structured plan on how to teach the student what is needed of an engineer from A to Z, and a supportive community of co-students and alumni, it's important to note that working through all of this doesn't mean that you're guaranteed a job at your front door. Like any other tech bootcamp, choosing to dive into such a journey requires that you be prepared and fully committed, considering your professional and personal lifestyle, how this will fit into your schedule, and ultimately what it will mean for you to achieve completion. In other words, you'll get the most value out of this if you're really set on achieving a career and being inspired and motivated by your personal reasons. Only you can make this work for you - the bootcamp is there to help launch you at the right trajectory.
Additional feedback: I'd say that while the admin and support team have been great, there were times when confusing answers were given if I needed help with something (outside the coursework). I also never got to communicate with my original advisor after a few instances, but the advising team still helped. Some improvements in communication and providing accurate details of Springboard's policies would be great for future students.
That and everything else being said, I had a great time as a student here. I found lots of great value in the lessons taught and their guidance on how an engineer should think and operate, networking advice, community support, and much more! Currently ready to embark on a new career, I hope learning with Springboard will be worth something to you! -
Casey Patel
Data Science Career Track
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I enrolled in Springboard's bootcamp with no prior experience, seeking a structured course and mentorship to kickstart my journey. The program exceeded my expectations in several ways. One of the standout features was the opportunity to work on two distinct projects, including a real-world client project that allowed me to collaborate with a team and build my portfolio. The weekly mentor calls were invaluable, providing me with actionable feedback and insights that I wouldn't have gained through self-study. My mentor's guidance was instrumental in my growth, and I appreciated the support and expertise they brought to our calls. -
Rachel Evans
Learned a lot technically and professionally
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- The Springboard Data Analytics course was well-structured, starting from basics and building up, with plenty of opportunities for practice.
- This was then complemented by the regular mentor sessions with an industry expert, where I could discuss any queries and receive feedback or additional materials. I also appreciated the encouragement that came from checking in with a real person.
- I completed the course within 6 months alongside working full-time so I valued the flexibility to work through the course at my own pace, using the curriculum guide and dashboard to set weekly targets and stay motivated.
- The career coaches I spoke to were very knowledgeable and up-to-date, giving useful insights and individualized feedback.
- The customer service was great, giving friendly and prompt replies to all my logistical questions.
- The student slack and network was useful for learning from other students doing the course and for building connections.
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John Cho
Thoroughly prepared
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I had to do some research on various bootcamps, reading articles, and reviews before I enrolled in Springboard. My primary goal was to build a solid portfolio that I could use in job applications. What made me draw in Springboard is the Industry Design Project, where you're matched with a real company to work on a project for several weeks. This hands-on experience is exactly what employers seek when hiring.
The course was quite challenging for me as I had to balance my current job and relationship while working through the curriculum. Fortunately, Springboard provides tools that help you stay on track to graduate. The most difficult aspect for me was mastering the research methods, which involved extensive reading and writing. However, the design portion was easier due to my background in graphic design. The only criticism I have is some article Springboard provide are either 404'd or behind paywall. On the plus side, you have a mentor who meets with you weekly to answer questions and review your assignments.
Springboard UX Design Track bootcamp does requires time and commitment. It's ideal for those who are genuinely committed to becoming UX designers, enjoy taking on challenges, and excel in problem-solving environments. -
Caleb MacLean
Springboard Software Engineering Career Track
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When compared to other programs for Software Engineering, Springboard's may seem relatively expensive and long, but the length is actually a major strength and they provide so many options for payment and have been nothing but flexible for me during the course. The content of the program is the best part of the whole deal. They cover a wide breadth of important software engineering concepts from the theoretical to applied. Already the information studied has been helpful in navigating interviews for engineering positions.
The only con I had with the program, is that there are parts where they are shifting which frameworks, libraries, or deployment sites that they are using, but their videos/documentation for those subunits feel like copy-and-paste sections that have not been smoothed over yet. -
Justin Harding
I would highly recommend this school.
Springboard has been the best at teaching at your own pace making it very easing to get the knowledge you need to get started into the cybersecurity field. I would highly recommend this school to my friends and peers. The labs are very fun and helpful as well. -
Mike Hutter
Fantastic
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I had the best chance to succeed with springboard, at first I had my doubts but within the first few weeks I knew this was the program for me. The curriculum was a perfect balance of push yourself and not too hard. The mentor team is where they separate themselves from the rest, every one of their mentors are extremely supportive, knowledgeable and willing to help you anytime you ask. I had some medical issues and springboard accommodation team was always there to support and assist me. If someone is considering a career in cybersecurity I would highly recommend springboard. -
Suzanne H King
Relevent, rigorous, rewarding
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My experience in the Data Analytics path at Springboard was and continues to be exceptional. I'm a career changer, having taught high school mathematics, specifically AP Statistics, for twenty years. Before that I had worked in the finance industry. I left teaching before COVID but wanted to find a better use of my brain. I had to take my business skills and update them for today's big data analysis: SQL, Python and the proliferation of relational databases. I feel that the program has prepared me well, making me a competitive candidate for remote work, which is a priority for my desired work/life balance. The weekly mentor calls are invaluable, the projects along the way to build one's portfolio and the programmed career coaching keep one on track. One needs to be self motivated and self disciplined to complete the curriculum. I am working under a Job Guarantee and tuition deferment plan that made this a no-brainer. I can highly recommend this program and have done so when I have told people about my new path. -
Jared Tseng
Great UX/UI Bootcamp
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I’m really grateful for Springboard, and I had a really a solid experience with their UX bootcamp. The curriculum was thorough and made me feel prepared for a job in the field. My favorite aspect of their program was their mentorships and career coaches; I found this to be invaluable. Upon completion, I was able to secure a job within two months of finishing the program. I would recommend their bootcamp to anyone! -
Elizabeth Hunter
Helpful Hands-on Experience
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I took this course as a teacher for the last 10 years looking to leave the field. I started this course in March and was able to finish mid-June. The coursework is definitely do-able while working full time and balancing family, even as someone with very little background in data. I had an amazing technical mentor and the slack channel was very helpful. I am currently in job-guarantee, and am finding the requirements tedious. However, the career coaches are valuable and knowledgeable. My suggestion it to make sure you read all the find print for job guarantee. -
Jason Weinberg
Springboard's Data Analytics career track course strengthened my resume and landed my a job
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Springboard's data analytics career track enabled me to get a job in less than 3 months of applying
Pros:-Material gets straight to the point, concise and instructive-Allows students to move at their own pace with several availability options on a constant basis for all project submissions and presentations-Teaches you what you need to know in a simplified and organized manner that makes it easy to digest and understand the material
Cons:-May be difficult to progress if you're not a motivated, self-driven learner that can take the initiative to solve problems independently -
Kwasi Johnson
Had a great experience with springboard
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Pros are that the program has a great support system and a very solid curriculum. Also customer service is great and they provide a strong team of individuals to help prepare you from everything from learning the material to preparing for the job market with a series of mock interviews. resume assistance and all of that.
Cons are some glitches in the INFOsec program but they are minor, and the freedom of being able to work at your own pace can work against you if you allow yourself to be distracted. -
Benjamin
Comprehensive Education
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I started the program with some background in computer science so not everything I saw was brand new to me, but the program explained the majority of the concepts very well. There were many cybersecurity concepts that were brand new to me that were explained to me in a way that was easy to digest, and would be easily reviewable if necessary. You always have many options for support when you have questions in the form of advisors, a personal mentor, and many of the fellow students through the Slack app. The pacing of material is very do-able and will introduce you to a wide variety of concepts in cybersecurity so you do not need a technology background to begin this program. The concepts taught will help to prepare you to take the Security+ exam but are not enough by themselves. There are many more concepts you'll need to familiarize with so you will need a study guide from Mike Chapple/Professor Messer with some practice tests to check your own progress and understanding.
Overall, I'd recommend this program to someone looking to either break into the cybersecurity field or pivot from their current career to cybersecurity. The career coaches are a big help in preparing you and giving you a lot of suggestions and advice on how to sell yourself to potential employers and improve your portfolio as a whole. Without this program I wouldn't have been able to improve my network and networking skills nearly as much as I have now. -
Sandy Hughes
Great experience!
I love from how the course was set up to how helpful mentors were. Great experience! I just wish to knew about this program sooner so that I could have done it earlier. I really like that there will be career coach available for help even after I had finished the whole program for 6 moths. -
Behar Abdulahi
Comprehensive Cybersecurity Training with Springboard
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Springboard's cybersecurity program delivers a well-rounded education through a combination of engaging content, hands-on practice, and expert support. High-quality reading materials and informative videos complement each other, while practical lab sessions solidify learning. The curriculum effectively prepares students for industry certifications like CompTIA Security+. With dedicated mentors, career coaches, and responsive support staff, Springboard provides an exceptional learning experience. -
Thu Nguyen
Good pace
I did enjoy it , I think they did good job of pacing the material and also providing support from having your own mentor to offering office hours for questions. They give you a good amount of time to finish and everyone was very helpful and got back to me in a timely matter! -
Kristi Thompson
Springboard UX/UI Design Course Review
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I recently completed the Springboard UX/UI Design course and the journey has been quite eventful, with a mix of positive aspects and areas for improvement.Pros:- Comprehensive Curriculum: The Springboard UX/UI Design curriculum is well-structured and covers a wide range of essential topics. From foundational design principles to advanced UX research methods, the materials provided are thorough and relevant to current industry standards.
- Flexibility: The online format of the course allows for flexible learning, making it ideal for those with busy schedules or those who prefer self-paced study. This flexibility enabled me to balance my learning with other commitments effectively.
- Career Services: One of the standout features of Springboard is its career services. My career coach, in particular, has been incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in my success. Their guidance post-completion has been instrumental in boosting my confidence and helping me navigate the job market.
- Networking Opportunities: Despite being an online course, I have found that my professional network has grown significantly. Interacting with peers and participating in community discussions has been invaluable in building connections within the design industry.
- Understanding and Accommodation: During the course, I faced a family emergency that required me to take a break for about six months. Springboard was very understanding and accommodating, allowing me the necessary time to handle personal matters and then return to complete my studies without any added pressure.
- Mentorship Experience: My experience with mentorship was mixed. While my career coach was outstanding, my other mentor often provided feedback that felt scripted and rushed. There was a lack of genuine engagement and personalized advice, which was disappointing given the importance of mentorship in such a program.
- Support and Engagement: Overall support could be improved. The lack of in-person interaction sometimes made it difficult to fully grasp certain concepts or feel entirely confident in my skills. I believe that in-person classes would have greatly enhanced my learning experience and made me feel more assured in my abilities.
- Industry Design Project (IDP): For the price of the course, I believe that the Industry Design Project should be included for all students, regardless of whether they opt for the job guarantee. Completing the IDP after the coursework would have provided a more comprehensive and practical application of the skills learned, which I feel was a missed opportunity and should not exclude anyone from the job guarantee.
- Job Guarantee Deadline: The deadline for the job guarantee should not be before the coursework end date, especially if an extension is applied. It is unfair to expect students to meet job search deadlines while still completing their coursework.
- Course Pricing: Given that Springboard highlights their unique mentor support as a key feature of the program, I believe the course price should be significantly lower. My mentorship experience was not as noteworthy as advertised, which calls into question the value proposition of the current pricing.
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Nikoo Beyzaei
Springboard online
The overall experience of enrolling in the Springboard bootcamp was good but at some point curriculum needs to be updated and the last month was tough! The mentoring system was really helpful and mentors have a strong background in the field so their feedback is really important. the fact that after graduation you still have access to a career coach feels supportive also.
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Jessica Hunsberger
Up to you to make it count
Pros: sufficient support for disability related course timeline adjustments; able to switch mentors; industry project; helpful grading
Cons: left to wonder if readings before 2020 are outdated; community slack is useful but wish there were more regular/fun events -
Saad Ibrahim
Great
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I took the Software Engineer Career track at Springboard. It dives into detail with each topic and walks through each step with you, You also get a 1 on 1 mentor that you get to get on a call with each week if you have any questions or if you need any help. Overall Springboard was a great experience for me because I gained more skills with the projects I have made and now am more confident in my job search. -
Lucy Roberts
Good bootcamp
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The way the program is structured is great and they give you many opportunities to complete projects that can be featured on a portfolio and an opportunity to work with a real client before diving into a new job. The biggest downside is that it’s self paced so at times, when life can get busy, it can be difficult to keep up. Otherwise, all the mentors are great and its nice to be able to get real world experience. -
Naima Syed
Amazing and fulfilling experience!
The experience at springboard was extremely rewarding, I had the opportunity to learn a lot. The curriculum, mentorship and IDP projects all played a crucial role in my success to complete the course. -
Jason Turner
amazing web course
Springboard’s Web Development Career Track is a robust and supportive pathway for those serious about launching a career in web development, offering a solid blend of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and career support.