The Tech Academy

Overall I had a great experience at the The Tech Academy. I recently graduated from the Software Developer Bootcamp. I am currently working with Job Placement to get hired. I learned many programming languages and frameworks and graduated with plenty of knowledge and experience to get hired in the field. Tech Academy has a robust curriculum that can take even the most novice students with no coding experience and give you the tools to be a legitimate developer. They have very encouraging and motivated staff that are ready and available to help out when needed. This was a very intensive program(that is the whole point of a Bootcamp) where you must really be dedicated and willing to put in the time and effort to succeed. With so many lower cost options The Tech Academy can get quite expensive. That being said, there are so many lower cost options that you may dip your toe into the pool of software development but The Tech Academy is really a one-stop shop if you are really serious about being a full-fledged developer. Their curriculum is very extensive. It at times can get a bit repetitive with some of the content but also it is a way to really make the information sink-in. I had a great experience at The Tech Academy and would highly recommend to anyone who is serious about jumping into this field.

In 2022, I made the decision to pursue my lifelong dream of making video games. I started small—learning Python through free online courses—then quickly dove into Unity and C#. By 2024, I took the leap and enrolled in The Tech Academy's Game Developer Boot Camp to fully commit to my goal of mastering Unity and Unreal and launching my own indie games.What I didn’t expect was how much more I would gain along the way.Beyond game development, the program equipped me with a full-stack skill set—front- and back-end development, UI/UX design, database management, computer science principles, .NET with C#, and mobile app development. I’ve always considered myself a creative person, but before tech, I didn’t have a solid outlet. This journey helped me channel my creativity in ways I never imagined, whether through interactive web design, immersive game mechanics, or innovative app solutions.The Tech Academy didn’t just teach me how to code—it gave me the tools to bring my ideas to life.

Pros*
One of the biggest advantages of The Tech Academy’s program is that it’s self-paced. I was able to move quickly through the material I already understood, and take my time with concepts that took a bit longer to click. The instructors were always available when I needed support, offering quick, helpful guidance without ever making me feel rushed.What I especially valued was how the curriculum emphasized learning how to learn—how to research, troubleshoot, and teach yourself new concepts. That’s been crucial not just in school, but in preparing me for a future in tech, where self-teaching is a lifelong habit.

Cons*
That said, the self-paced format requires real commitment. No one’s going to chase you down or hold your hand—you’ve got to want it. There were times when the material was tough, motivation dipped, or life just got in the way. But pushing through those moments taught me resilience and built the kind of discipline you don’t always get in a traditional classroom.If you’re ready to show up for yourself and put in the work, this program gives you everything you need to succeed.

Like many of us looking to advance our careers and finding ourselves searching quick programs, I compared a few different companies looking at prices and reviews. I will always be grateful I chose The Tech Academy for a number of reasons. I gained confidence that software development was in reach for me and the courses I took walked me from knowing next to nothing to feeling I could actually work in a career as a software developer. Beyond the courses I have been impressed with the job placement staff at The Tech Academy.
I finished my short boot camp two years ago and their staff is still interested in helping me find a career. My own life events put a pause on my job search in the tech field shortly after finishing my boot camp and although that pause lasted months and months, their job placement staff is still ready to help me work on preparing to find that job. Thank you!

After enrolling in Tech Academy's Cybersecurity Boot Camp, I have been astounded by the program's effectiveness. Despite my limited prior knowledge of computers, the boot camp provided me with a comprehensive education in operating systems, networks, virtual machines, and other essential concepts. As a result, my understanding of cybersecurity has significantly improved, giving me confidence in my ability to pursue a career in this field.
One of the things I appreciated most about the boot camp was the hands-on learning opportunities. I was able to work on real-world projects and simulations, which helped me to develop the skills and experience I need to be successful in the tech industry.
The staff at Tech Academy was also incredibly supportive and knowledgeable. They were always available to answer my questions and provide guidance, and they made sure that I had the knowledge and skills I needed before moving on to the next topic.
Overall, I had an amazing experience at Tech Academy and I am excited to start my new career in the tech industry. I would highly recommend this boot camp to anyone who is looking for a comprehensive and hands-on learning experience in cybersecurity.

The Tech Academy is a great place to start your journey in software development. I recently completed the Software Developer boot camp and I couldn't be happier. It starts off with basics of computers and how they work. Then you get into the basics of multiple languages like Python, JavaScript, and C#. The job placement course is amazingly helpful with creating your resume and cover letters. The only con is that the course gets a little repetitive at times. The projects that you create give you great fundamental information and room to expand your knowledge. The job placement staff are incredibly helpful with tips on applications and how to continue to improve your skills. 

I had prior experience with programming before I joined this bootcamp and the main purpose was to add and reinforce knowledge. Needless to say, the bootcamp exceeded the expectations. Yes some things are repetative and even if you know something well you can't skip it (which did end up pretty annoying sometimes). I took the online course, but my advice would be to to the bootcamp in-person if possible (you'll get more connections and a physical place you go to). You do learn, computer basics, computer parts, binary and base system, web design, web programming, console applications and finally dynamic web applications with an database backend that you need to program with. A best course I went through so far was Job Placement, as a former Intervert with Imposter Syndrome, I consistently thought I was under-qualified and yes, in some cases I was, but it really changes your mindset and provide feedback on what to improve and do mock interviews too. I am likely to go back to the school for additional training in other areas.

The Cyber Security Bootcamp through The Tech Academy not only taught cyber security content but also taught software development and basic computer concepts to make sure you have a good foundational knowledge before diving into security concepts. This makes it a good bootcamp for beginners. Even if you are not a beginner, it is a good way to solidify your foundation at the start to make sure you are able to accurately explain the basic concepts. The instructors were easy to contact and were always ready to work through the problems you were facing when you needed to. They even have a job placement team that will work with you until you are able to find your first job.

I learned so much during my time with the Tech Academy. They start out covering computer fundamentals and terminology, and end with building real programs! I did the remote part time option so I could do this while working and I will say it takes serious time and commitment. But the instructors are so helpful anytime you feel stuck or unsure and I felt supported the whole way through. I went from knowing nothing at all about computer programming to have full stack knowledge! I now have a whole portfolio and a website to take with me into my job search and the job placement team is very helpful. I can't wait to start my career in the tech field.

Through my months of study and work at The Tech Academy I went from having scattered knowledge about computer technologies to fully understanding the fundamentals of how computers work, and hence learning to program them much better. While every computer language is written a little differently and may have its own strength and weakness, this Tech Bootcamp has taught me how to think like a developer so that I can teach myself any technology that I require for my future work. You can learn a lot on your own online, however it is unlikely that you will happen to research all the subjects required since you don’t know what you don’t know, and you won’t know what order to go through the material in grade of difficulty.After progressing through the school my expertise in Unity and C# increased greatly, enabling me to develop a sophisticated finite state machine for an enemy AI. I developed the project in 2 weeks and added it onto my portfolio website.

I recently accomplished a significant milestone in my life—I graduated from the Software Developers Bootcamp at The Tech Academy. Now, armed with coding skills, I can confidently say that my dream of learning how to code has become a reality. Having spent a lifetime working with my hands, I reached a point where I realized that the physically demanding nature of my work couldn't be sustained indefinitely. Initially, I grappled with the notion that I might be too old to embark on a new path, but I soon dispelled that misconception.

My journey began with thorough research, scouring reviews, and exploring relevant keywords. I delved into videos and podcasts, leaving no stone unturned. The conclusion? I am overjoyed to report that my decision to choose The Tech Academy was undoubtedly the right one. A closer examination reveals that they stand head and shoulders above the competition, having meticulously crafted a program that sets them light years ahead.

The team at The Tech Academy is not just a group of professionals; they are a fantastic bunch of individuals who have considered every aspect of the learning experience. From the initial interview to the final instructor, each person is dedicated to imparting the knowledge necessary for success in the rapidly evolving tech industry. Their kindness, expertise, and professionalism shine through at every step.

In the dynamic world of technology, The Tech Academy emerges as an unparalleled choice. Take a moment to compare, and you'll realize that their commitment to excellence and comprehensive approach make them the optimal choice for anyone aspiring to thrive in the tech sector.
  

I took the Game Development course with the Tech Academy. At first it was going really well. I was learning a lot and was able to apply a lot of what I was learning in my real life. I appreciate that they taught me from the ground up. It really allows you to be able to understand the reason things are done the way they are and how it all works. I started with computer science, went to web development and dabbled in databases and bootstrap and other smaller courses. This was the best part of this course. It was time for game development. 
I was very excited to start game development and was ready to go all in. I start the course on Unity and C#. It was going really well when I was learning the C# language and then the learning of Unity started. Suddenly I was directed toward a different website to learn the basics of Unity. This website is called PluralSight. Pluralsight charges $22 a month to use. I already paid about 11k for the course and was told to go to this other site to learn Unity. 
You can see what happened there right? They didn't have any curriculum for Unity Basics and didn't feel like making any so they send you to another site that costs a tiny fraction of what The Tech Academy charges. I brought this up several times during the class because I was extremely put off by it. I could have gone to this other site and done this myself for way less than I paid for the game development course.
I'm glad I learned what I learned but I am really disappointed in the gaming course in specific. I don't think it's ready and it's obvious. 

This is a fantastic Boot Camp. I went in after losing my job, just married and having only done Sales. I was good with Technology but anything with Programming or Development was foreign to me.  I explored quite a few Boot Camps and chose this one due to its location, pricing, (a bit pricy BUT WORTH it) and teacher involvement. The program really focused on helping you develop the skills needed to think like a software developer. It provided an easy road map to gauge my progress and simple steps to go through the different projects and lessons they have. Almost all material that is shared is authentic and created  by The Tech academy, which made me feel more like I was taking a unique program instead of a copy paste of third party video's like other boot camps have done. The staff was really quick to help me work through the projects and where always around when I had questions (even on the weekends I'd get answers sometimes). By the end of the course I not only felt a little more knowledgeable about programming languages BUT I felt that I could confidently think like a programmer especially when facing situations or challenges that where beyond my knowledge. I'd say it was worth every dollar to have this confidence.

Personally I recommend this school to anyone who is thinking about a career in technology. They teach you so much and actually want you to succeed. I enjoyed how please they were to help if you needed, anytime I did ask for help I was never made to feel not enough. They have a great teaching system. My live project would be the highlight of my time there, it was honestly one of my most favorite experiences. I learned so much and it really gives you the experience you need. They help you in any way they can. As a mom, it’s convenient to be able to make my own schedule that worked for me. 

As someone who had zero computer science, coding, and cyber background, I was open minded to learn new things and I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to follow the curriculum. I was very thankful at how helpful my instructors were as well! I liked the way the coursework was set up because they give you the foundation first before learning more concepts and that helped me understand it better when we got to it. They really prepare you for the real world too; learning how to properly research and ask for help were key because there were times where it was outside of instructor hours and I was able to figure out my problems by utilizing my resources. I did the fulltime online option and it was fast paced with lots of information. If you can manage your time and work about 40 hours per week then it will be okay! Overall I loved the experience! 

Hello, I am a very recent graduate from the Tech Academy and let me just say.. What an amazing experience! I have learned so much throughout this boot camp, from the basics of how a computer works externally/internally to how to use and run a database. I took this boot camp because I wasn't sure if college was the right path for me and I knew I wanted to get into tech I couldn't believe how amazing it was, from the knowledge I learned to the great instructors who helped me even the silliest of questions. This is a great school and coming from someone who completed it and is very happy with the results I couldn't recommend it more to anyone who is even slightly interested in going into tech. 10/10 experience!

I joined the Software Developer Bootcamp for about 6 months and I gained a immense wealth of knowledge. One of the best things from this boot camp was the 2 week long live projects. It gave me hands on experience and I felt like that training was some of the best learning I could get. The instructors were extremely helpful, especially during the live projects. They were always quick to answer my questions and very informative. 

It had been a dream of mine to be a developer for years, but I never felt confident enough to go after it. However, the perfect opportunity came to me with The Tech Academy, and I put everything I had into it. I really can't say enough great things about the experience. Great instruction. I learned a lot about a lot of different technologies. I had my ups and downs throughout the six months of the full-time program, but I ultimately walked away having learned and experienced more than I thought I would. I'd recommend this program to anyone who has even the slightest interest in it or passion for technology. You will have to invest a lot of time into it, but if you really want to do well, you will have all the tools, support, and instruction you need—and then some. One of the best educational experiences I've ever had.

I just graduated and it was a great experience. I highly recommend The Tech Academy, the instructors were fantastic and the part time option was just right. I was impressed from the very beginning, no assumptions were made about how much I knew or didn’t know. The curriculum is designed to give you a solid foundation and build on that foundation. The Tech Academy is a great choice for people who want to transition from a nontechnical industry to the tech industry. 

My time at the tech academy was an amazing rush of fun and knowledge. They start you off with the complete basics. Then you dive into it rather fast, BUT, it's structured so well that it's easy to learn as you go. I did it online, full time, while working and raising kids. If I'm able to graduate, you can too!

Pros: 
Structured
Job Support ( These guys are crazy awesome. Sending you applications as well as resume advice)
Staff

Cons: I did my ISA through Leif, and honestly I'd much rather have just paid in full.

A bit about me: I came to this program by way of a career change and a non-technical background. I knew that I wanted to transition into cybersecurity for the remainder of my professional life, but I didn't know where to start really, as I didn't possess any deeper understanding of computers and information technology beyond that of an average user.
What I found in the Tech Academy was the perfect blend of independent study and accountability. Being in my late 30s and having already gone through traditional undergrad and graduate programs, I knew how to study, I knew I wanted to work from home, but I also thought that I would benefit from a structured curriculum vs. piecing together online resources while hoping those covered the basics. This balance was struck by the team at the Tech Academy. I set my own schedule, I could spend as much or as little time on the topics that were covered depending on my own comfort level with the material, and I was provided with an amazing foundational understanding of how computers and networks actually work. This introductory course helped immerse me in the language of the field and helped me better assess my own areas of weakness and the gaps that I would need to fill in before fully committing to a career in tech. I really appreciated this approach to the TA's curriculum. They assumed nothing and covered everything at a reasonable pace, providing additional resources if needed, as well as an incredibly supportive and response team of instructors who reviewed your work and provided feedback nearly instantaneously. This level of accountability and encouragement was truly invaluable, as it helped me overcome my fear of being an "imposter" and feel valued as a recent tech graduate who is armed with the right knowledge to begin a new career.

I graduated from the Software Developer Bootcamp from the Tech Academy in 2022. As part of the bootcamp I completed courses on the following topics:
-Computer and Technology Basics
-Version Control
-HTML and CSS
-Javascript
-Database and SQL
-Python
-Project Management
-Visual Studio
-C# and .NET
-Job Placement

Each of these courses emphasizes fundamental knowledge that is important for understanding the larger concepts of software development. I was really pleased with the structure and design of the curriculum. Each course is very careful to work in order from simple to complex topics, with each lesson/assignment building on your previous knowledge. While there is a lot of reading and watching videos, there's also a lot of hands-on coding.

In addition to each of these courses, there are also two live projects. These projects happen over the course of two weeks and are meant to simulate and actual job environment. You work as part of a team of developers (other students) to complete tasks related to a larger project. Those tasks are assigned to you by a project manager (your instructor). You participate in daily meetings conducted according to agile/scrum methodologies to report on your work, discuss roadblocks, and get feedback from your project manager. I really enjoyed these projects as they gave me the chance to put my skills to the test in life-like environment.

Overall, the software development bootcamp helped me gain a strong understanding of object-oriented programming and prepared me to be an entry-level full stack developer in the tech industry. I'm really happy with my choice and grateful to the Tech Academy for the opportunity they've given me.

The Tech Academy has changed my life forever ,thanks. The Tech Academy does an OUTSTANDING job in providing a highly interactive and properly organized curriculum. The daily reports to weekly reports and being able to get ahold of an instructor in such a short notice is what kept me accountable and made me feel i was apart of the team. Apart from the outstanding curriculum, the instructors and all Tech Academy family is what made my experience becoming a well-rounded Software Developer such an enjoyable process. I am more than equipped and prepared for my new life in the tech industry, but also was taught by the Tech Academy to become a professional in communication, respect for others and valuing others. I recommend The Tech Academy to all joining the tech world and for those wanting an intrigueing new perspective on what you already know.

I attended the online Software Developer Boot Camp at The Tech Academy, and I cannot speak highly enough about my experience. I appreciated the flexibility of their self-paced program; it allowed me to move through easier concepts faster and take more time on subjects that were more challenging for me. Once you complete your first Front-End course, you will start applying those skills right away by building your online Developer Portfolio, and you’ll keep adding to this and enhancing it as you work your way through the boot camp. 

My favorite parts of the entire boot camp were the two Live Projects which resemble an actual work environment and really helped me gain confidence in my skills. The Live Projects really tie everything together, and you will pretty much use everything you learn in the bootcamp during each one. The Version Control and Project Management courses are excellent preparation for each of the Live Projects. 

Any time I reached out to any of the instructors they were patient, supportive, and pointed me in the right direction without spoon-feeding me the answers. The Job Placement course and team are an invaluable resource that will get you well-prepared to hit the ground running for interviews. From Admissions all the way through Job Placement, it’s clear that The Tech Academy really wants their students to succeed. 

Although it’s not a requirement to graduate, I also highly recommend that you take part in their weekly in-person or online Tech Talks through Meetup where professionals working in the industry offer tips on how to get into and succeed in tech. 

I attended this bootcamp for 6 months as a Software Engineering student and this was HARD! But the academy, even though sometimes I did not feel as though I was grasping anything I soon found out as soon as I graduated and was free to do what I wanted and what I wanted to learn they, in fact, did help me learn and create a foundation in helping me to better understand this new tech space I'm now apart of.

I came into the program with no coding experience. In my time as a student I was taught many important fundamentals on hardware, software, and even how to code with no prior experience. The Tech Academy took a chance on me without any issues. I enjoyed my time as a student. The courses are demanding and get more difficult as you progress. The instructors are great! Very knowledgeable. Always happy to help. I am happy The Tech Academy took a chance on me. I'm so happy I found them. I am prepared to enter the workforce as a Tech Professional and Full Stack Software Developer.