We Can Code IT Reviews
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RICHARD JONES
Don't Do IT
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If you are disabled or a minority or part of an underserved population do not I repeat attend this class. I am a disabled veteran and humiliated by an instructor and when I complained I was expelled from the program. I was also told by the President of the school that because I received public funding I was not their customer "Ohio Means Jobs is our customer"
That was entirely out of line. Ohio Means Jobs told me that I should be afforded the same respect and dignity as someone who paid using their own funds
I was expelled and given no due process. If they are willing to treat a disabled veteran ( The President of the School also commented ..."My husband is a veteran..so what)
I have filed over a dozen complaints regarding this matter and will provide copies of emails and all documentation to any prospective student. I'm a former investigative reporter in Cleveland and worked for a major tv news station here and I have requested volumes of public records regarding this program and will also share that info. Please keep in mind at the time I was expelled I had a GRADE AVERAGE OF 99 PERCENT. Black students especially contact me before going anywhere near this place. RichardJones5@me.com
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Brad Kilkenney
Invest In Your Future
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I've always had a love for technology, but had very little exposure to coding, or people working in the development field growing up. In We Can Code IT, I found the perfect catalyst to dive right in, instead of just dabbling in my free time.
The success of the program in measured in no small part by the success of it’s students. So, you can rest assured that WCCI is invested in you learning the skills necessary to find a high quality job in the IT field.
I would not hesitate to recommend this program to anyone who wants to learn programming, and who doesn’t shy away from a challenge.
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Rick
Excellent Opportunity
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Taking this course was one of the best decisions I've ever made. The course work was clear and concise. The instructors were all incredible, both from their knowledge of the subject matter, and their passion to teach. And it doesn't end at graduation. The folks in Career Services are with you every step of the way, in the search for a new career. With their help, I was able to dive into a new career within weeks of graduating.
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Jason S.
Worth It!!!
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I moved to Ohio to attend We Can Code It during the Fall of 2016 and it was definitely worth it! Anybody could enroll into this boot-camp, regardless if you don’t have any experience with programming. They do offer grants for some students if they fit the requirement which is helpful to some. My friend recommended me to go to a coding boot-camp because it was an alternative route of going to college, she was totally right about that! Depending on which campus you attend, Cleveland or Columbus, the campus will teach you the fundamentals of C# and .Net (Cleveland) or Java(Columbus). The instructors were kind and helpful to me and to the other students as well. We learned about what essentials of being a full-stack developer like C#, .Net, HTML, CSS, jQuery, SQL, and many more. It was definitely a fast pace learning environment which may be tough for some but as long as practice, study, and keep up with the lectures, you’ll be fine. Anybody that has the interested with technology and wants to change their life, I would definitely recommend We Can Code It
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Prince
School Counselor to Application Developer!
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I joined the 2016 accelerated 3 month program June of 2016 after my father told me about it. I had been trying to teach myself to code hoping to change careers. We Can Code IT took me from hoping to doing! Despite utilizing a number of resources my transition was very slow on my own, but the program provided the structure, guidance and expert staff to make my transition a reality. Many people have asked what's the biggest difference between teaching myself and joining the camp. My answer is, before I was hoping to become a software engineer and now I am one! Any one can learn to code but without the expert guidance and support of We Can Code IT I'd likely still be randomly taking different online courses with no clear path to employment. Instead, the guidance of the WCCI staff and the support of my cohort-mates I am starting a new career as a software engineer for JP Morgan Chase! If you are truly committed to becoming a software developer, and putting in the work to better yourself and your career prospects, I highly recommend We Can Code IT. Their expert staff, curriculum and ever-expanding relationship with employers are invaluable and can give you the training, support, and credibility you need to change your entire life trajectory! -
Nichole Pulley
Overall Thoughts
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Today was my graduation day and I can comfortably say that this course was not perfect but it was well worth it.
I have had the pleasure of getting to know 16 other talented individuals over the past 12 weeks. We learned a full stack from HTML and CSS to C# and .NET. This course is what you make it and is a direct reflection of your effort. The instructors are incredibly supportive and accomodating.
Yes, the instructors did change but not due to turnover but rather because a co-worker of theirs went on paternity leave. I think it is important to understand that while I thrive on consistency myself life does happen whether it is convenient or not for others.
Consider it and then sign up!
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Cameron Robinson
5 Stars for me!
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This is a really good program. In the bootcamp you go through and learn full-stack development in the .NET framework. Specifically it's building web applications through an ASP.NET MVC framework. It's fun but also very technical. There are times where you may think that it isn't for you and there are times when you feel so thrilled that your code compiled correctly after an eternity of errors. It'll come to be the norm in your new career.
Pros:
Amazing network of classmates who are all on pretty much the same level as you. There is a great incentive to work together and you develop a good network for after you finish your program of lots of people will soon be in the IT field as well.Supportive instructors. The people who are teaching you are definitely there for you and want you to understand the material. They really have a passion to see you under programming.
Popular languages. Go type in C# or Java on a search board. Those jobs are in demand right now. And you learn the front-end aspect as well. Knowing both looks very good on paper and better when you can prove it.
Bonus learning materials. This is toward the end of class but you are certainly encouraged to learn more and the instructors point you in directions you might want to go in depending on what liked the most.
Help with job placement. While no place can 100% guarantee you a job, they do their best. Custom resume write-ups, interview coaching, LinkedIn skills, smart job searching. You get soft skills to help you outside the class along with your new coding skills.
Cons:
Time Constraint. This is quite a large amount of material that you go through during a short duration. Be prepared to be stressed because it will happen.
Imposter Syndrome. There will be times during and after the class when you feel like you haven't learned enough. To be frank, get over that. You can't let that get in the way of something you enjoy doing.
No hand holding. There will be a lot that will not be covered during of the class concerning .NET and C# as well as the front-end stuff. This is a lifelong commitment to learning and you are going to have to be the initiator in your learning. The instructors are wonderful and will teach you a lot but you are going to have to learn to teach yourself as well. There were plenty of times in the class where students were encouraged to make presentations about what they taught themselves on their own time and during projects, it will be mostly your fellow classmates that you communicate with.
The learning curve. You're first language is going to have a steep curve and there are going to be a lot of things that seem obnoxious. But believe me when I say that every language you go and learn by yourself after that is a breeze in comparison.
Overall, I think it's a great class. Don't let the rigor scare you off. It's totally doable and very rewarding and even fun!
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Dion Jackson
Awesome
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Holly Rhodes
School that you are excited to go to
I changed careers from hairdresser to coder. I went in with limited knowledge and came out a programmer. The staff is very helpful and supportive. I would recommend to anyone wanting to enter the tech field.
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Joan Mayer Campbell
It's never too late to change your life!
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I enrolled in a .net full-time coding bootcamp to update my computer programming skills.The instruction was engaging and gave me confidence in my ability to use C# and SQL, HTML/CSS, javascript, .net MVC, Object Oriented Programming, Agile and GitHub. The homework and weekend projects reinforced the instruction with relavent projects. Because of this instruction and the good reputation of this organization, I was able to get a great job one month after I graduated. I thoroughly enjoyed the 12 weeks and I would recommend this program to anyone who wants instruction in the latest coding languages and methodologies in a short timeframe.
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Cierra
Great Experience!
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We Can Code IT was a great experience. I moved all the way from Maryland to Cleveland to attend the bootcamp that I felt was the best fit for me.
My classmates became kind of like a family, as WCCI encourages an environment of collaborative learning, as opposed to competition. The instructors are all top quality. They are highly knowledegable, and also highly emotionally intelligent; a rare combination to find. Because of these attributes, the instructors were able to not only teach, help troubleshoot, and to answer our questions, but also to deal with the rollercoasters of emotions that the students may have been going through, considering that the bootcamp could be stressful at times.
What I took away from WCCI was a great sense of confidence. The confidence that I could really be a programmer/developer, and that I could take the skills that I learned at WCCI to the job market and earn a good living.
I landed a job about a week after graduation, after weeks and weeks of applying relentlessly to jobs online, and speaking with companies and recruiters. WCCI provided a great deal of job assistance (including representatives from companies coming to speak to us, and a career day at graduation) and career advice. I ended up finding a job outside of Ohio, but I still feel that I benefited from the career guidance/assistance.
I am grateful for the WCCI experience, and I wish the best to all of the summer 2016 cohort, and to whoever is reading this right now!
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Juan
12 weeks that changed my life
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I decided to attend We Can Code IT after carefully reviewing, applying, interviewing and visiting a few bootcamps in the Cleveland area. From the moment I talked to their staff and visited their facility I knew it was the right choice for me.
Cleveland, like every other major city in the US is experiencing a revival and comeback of its downtown so I really enjoyed going to class every day.
Their staff has three qualities (among many others) that were very important to me: They are extremely knowledgeable. They are very good at teaching what they know to students with different kinds of backgrounds and experience. They care about their students’ future and quality of life. Plus they make an effort to support diversity in tech by offering scholarships to minorities, women and households earning under $47,500/year.
They did an amazing job at preparing me for a job in tech. Everything I learned was exactly what was listed as “required skills” for every job I applied. Their career services were very helpful. Their staff assisted students with everything from reviewing resumes and cover letters, to practice interviews and personally taking the time to talk to potential employers about their students. The last three weeks were especially exciting. I not only made a web app with my group to present to employers on career day but I interviewed with a few companies and accepted an offer from Progressive as an Applications Programmer before I even graduated, earning a great salary and great benefits. Quitting my job and attending We Can Code It completely changed my life. In fact, I wish I did it sooner. I strongly recommend We Can Code IT to anyone who is looking for a new career as a Software Developer.
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Jaclyn Noga
Love it
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I made the decision to attend We Can Code IT during a pivotal period of my life. I was disillusioned from the college experience after not finishing my bachelor's degree in civil engineering. I was working two food service jobs to stay afloat. Then, I took a chance on We Can Code IT. We learned C#, .NET, JavaScript, SQL, HTML/ CSS, and MVC in a hands-on classroom. I am still in awe of how much Mel cares about each student. It still makes me so happy to think about the classroom. I loved learning from Mel and Lauren in particular. They really invested a lot of effort into making sure than no student was left behind. Also, all of my classmates were amazing. Three months after graduating, I still talk to people. And it was so helpful to rely on my classmates for support during the treacherous job hunt. But my education from We Can Code IT really worked. I accepted a position as a programmer a little over 2 months after graduating. I whole heatedly endorse We Can Code IT. It seriously changed my life for the better. The only negative that I want to comment on is that for my cohort the curriculum changed a lot based on how we were responding to the material. If you're someone who can't handle ambiguity, this may not be for you.
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Erica Sommer
Unforgettable
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I graduated with the full-time Spring 2016 cohort. We Can Code It was one of the best experiences of my life and I miss it. I am currently looking for a job; I am confident that I will land one soon. There are not many careers left where a person can think that.
WCCI is remarkable. They are dedicated to improving their curriculum and methodologies. While the instructors rip through material, they maintain a very clear feedback loop with the class. They work extremely hard to make sure that the students have every opportunity to master the material. As a result, there are no gentlemen's C's; you have to earn the grade.
I felt that the only time the program felt a bit loose was when we started working on HTML/CSS. Based on feedback from previous cohorts they were trying a more project-oriented approach. It was a bit too freeform, in my opinion. When we plunged into javascript and jquery things tightened back up, though.
I unreservedly recommend WCCI.
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Doug O'Bryon
Great Return on Investment
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I was a member of the June 2016 graduating class of We Can {Code} IT, located in the sprawling StartMart space in Tower City in downtown Cleveland.
After having worked in "Big Data" research and strategy for several years, I enrolled to learn more about the "small data" which underpins the technologies powering contemporary machine languages - enabling queries and pattern recognition on large data sets.
By the end of the intensive We Can {Code} IT boot-camp, I had a solid foundation in C#, .NET, HTML, CSS, SQL, MVC, BootStrap, GitHub, Responsive Design, and some jQuery and JavaScript. I found the leadership to be passionate about helping our class understand the course content, and preparing our cohort for success in various new roles within software development continuum.
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Rachel Ross
WCCI immediately got me a job
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I quit a secure full-time job of 18 years in order to go to We Can Code It. I immediately came out with a job better than the one I quit to go to school. I am not saying my "results are typical" but this is a school that REALLY cares about its students. Teachers were available online to help on evenings and weekends, and they would help one on one if you need it, in extra sessions, they really want to see the students succeed. Mel McGee is the one whose vision is really felt all through the school. She is a tireless and enthusiastic powerhouse always encouraging, but never giving you fluff. You have to work to make it through this course, and the teachers won't let you slack off. I highly recommend this. The only reason I gave the curriculum 4 stars is that we didn't really use all the books I purchased. But that's just a tiny quibble. The curriculum is always changing to meet with the needs and wants of local employers - isn't that a fantastic and proactive way to do it? Please talk to the instructors and learn more if you are interested in WCCI. It's a great place, and I have made some fantastic contacts and friendships there - and a new career.
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Mary Winkelman
Graduate of WCCI
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On my way home from the first day of my bootcamp at We Can Code IT, I marveled at how much I liked everyone. I've been a student all my life, and while I have always been enthusiastic about learning, I never LIKED school and I had never been in a class where I liked all my classmates. I immediately noticed that the atmosphere at We Can Code IT was different from what I was used to; instead of an atmosphere of competition I found one of collaboration. There were about twelve students in my cohort, and while we came from a wide variety of professional backgrounds, we had a common goal that put us all in the same position: at the beginning of a long path towards what seemed like a near-impossible destination. That goal was to go from complete novices at computer programming to junior developers, in six months. The support we received from both the instructors and our fellow students enabled us to achieve this goal. One of the wonderful things about learning in such a supportive environment (and in-person) is that when you feel discouraged (that, “maybe you’re just not cut out for this”) instead of quitting you go to your classmates or your instructors and get the encouragement and information you need to stay the course. One of the many strengths of WCCI is that it helps break stereotypes that discourage women and minorities from pursuing IT careers by demonstrating that we really CAN be successful in this field, despite not being encouraged in that direction early on. I whole-heartedly recommend We Can Code IT to anyone looking to participate in a coding bootcamp.
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Lexus
Super Awesome
Attending this bootcamp was the best decision of my life. It was really great. Amazing staff who was caring and really helpful. I really enjoyed myself and met some amazing people. I recommend this bootcamp for anybody who is looking to get into technology or is in technology but wants to code. Everybody is really helpful and friendly. The environment is AMAZING!! You will love this bootcamp. -
Cynthia Gonzales
My experience at WCCI
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Being a recent graduate from the We can Code It Boot Camp my experience with the camp was very motivating and positive. Ther insrtuctional staff, and support staff were always available to help you along throughout the camp.
The environment where we attended boot camp is very comfortable, with access to the StartSMart to study at any time.
With my educational experience this program is well worth it. It's educational infrastructure is based on your commitment an completion of the program. WCCI also assist with employment when you are coming close to graduation. change.
WCCI is commited to the success of every single student. I would recommend WCCI to any one who is looking to enhance there career or make a change.
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Sirahn
WCCI
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I can't say enough about We Can Code IT. This bootcamp experience was far more than I had bargained for. As a student in my early 30's with a family, life definitely had a way of standing in front of my goal. I had a professional background in business and was looking to change careers. The nurturing atmosphere that the WCCI staff had provided, made this impossible task POSSIBLE. Taking this bootcamp was not easy by any stretch of the imagination, you will work. The patience and persistence of everyone around me helped me realize my goals. This experience not only taught me a great deal about programming, but it taught me a great deal about life. I honestly can't imagine any other bootcamp is as focused on building each student as WCCI was. I really treasured my time with the students as well as the instructors. This will change your life, it undeniably has changed mine. I will soon find a position as a junior developer and I will have WCCI to thank for that. I have been equipped with more than enough tools to take life by the horns. Thank you WCCI, money well spent indeed. -
Poonam
Graduate of We Can Code IT
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I am a recent graduate of the full time We Can Code IT bootcamp. I am very pleased with my overall experience with the program. Before joining the bootcamp, I was hesitant because I did not have a background in IT; however the WCCI team made me feel very comfortable throughout the entire program. The program was very challenging, but the instructors had a natural ability to make sure we understood the course material. There were several projects that were assigned to us during the bootcamp, and our instructors helped us along with every step. My experience, from start to finish, has been very positive and I would recommend this program to anyone considering it. Apart from the instructors, I have made long lasting friendships that I will cherish forever.
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Anonymous
A Life Changing Opportunity
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We Can {Code} IT has been a life changing opportunity for me. Having worked in one field for almost a decade, I never dreamed of working in software engineering. When I decided it was time for a career change, I found out about We Can {Code} IT. I met with one of the co-founders and was thrilled at the opportunity that the program would provide.
I am currently enrolled in the program, and it is exceeding all of my expectations. The staff are knowledgable and kind. I feel valued and important. The instructors make sure that everybody's voice is heard. I am learning things that I never thought I could understand. We have already started receiving job assistance, and some of my classmates are already on their way to a new career.
Comparing We Can {Code} IT to other similar programs, I found that this program was significantly more affordable. Some people seem to believe that one can teach one's self to code for free online, but the experience that the We Can {Code} IT team brings to the boot camp puts the coding skills into a useful context. Things are explained in-depth in an easy-to-understand way. The cohort (the group of us who are in the program together) is constantly finding ways for us to support each other and help each other learn.
Enrolling in We Can {Code} IT was one of the best decisions I've ever made. It has boosted my confidence, lit the fire of a new passion within me, helped me learn about myself, and has started to give me a brand new set of skills that will help me launch a successful and exciting career.
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Anonymous
We Can Code IT Bootcamp Success!
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I am a graduate of We Can Code IT and I can tell you that it changed my life. I have a Masters in Engineering, but was not passionate about the jobs I had. I took this bootcamp in the hope that I could find something that I enjoyed doing and that is exactly what happened. Not only did I learn a great deal, but the class was very engaging. However, it was also fast paced and rigorous. I graduated and now I am using my new skills in a job that I love!
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Indira
All Around Good Experience
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We Can Code IT offered me a great oppurtunity to feel more empowered in the work that I was doing. I came in as a teacher and mostly planned on learning code to teach students, but relized that I wanted to commit to a career change to tech and am happy with my decision. I liked that I got to learn coding in the part-time cohort, meet other like-minded people, and learn to use code to support causes I already cared about, like education and social justice. Through the program I not only recieved a job offer within a month of graduation, but I also still get to work with the program with their K-12 programs.
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Anonymous
We Can Code IT
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I have heard so many great things about We Can Code IT that made me want to join the bootcamp. Although I am a new student and haven't yet graduated, I know I made the right decision to attend. The class is challenging, but I feel well prepared for each new challenge I am presented with. The main reason why I chose to take the bootcamp was that I have been interest in learning coding for a while, but was not able to motivate myself to learn so much on my own. Having experienced the bootcamp for just a few weeks, I can already say that it is invaluable to have such experienced instructors leading the class as well as classmates to discuss problems with. I look forward to learning much more and starting a new career as a developer.
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CJ Ughamba
My Experience at We Can Code IT
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We Can Code IT made attending a coding Bootcamp very easy. At the beginning me and my family were hesitant about my enrollment but We Can Code IT made the enrollment process a breeze. We Can Code IT also offers amazing tuition payment plans including a Pilot program that allows me to start paying once I get a job. The Pilot program was the only way I was able to afford enrollment. We Can Code IT's instructors are very helpful and engaging in the learning process. They are ready to help me learn at almost any time. Their dedication is truly admirable. We Can Code IT is by far the best Bootcamp and school I've ever been to.
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Anonymous
Full Time Bootcamp
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Attending WCCI was one of the best decisions I ever made. The instructors go out of their way to remind you that this is something you're capable of on the daily, even if you feel like you're barely hanging on. They genuinely care about the work they do and the people they reach out to, and they've provided many of us with ways out of a career (and therefore, lifestyle) that we were no longer happy with.
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Stephanie Gandy
Student
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I am a graduate of We Can Code IT bootcamp. I attended the 12-week fall 2015 full-time boot camp. The class met Monday through Friday from 9am-3pm. I came into the class having attended a couple college intro to Java classes a few years prior. I never really grasped the concepts until this bootcamp.The one college instructor I had couldn't speak English well and most of the class dropped including myself. The other instructor looked down on the class and was not helpful. Her exact words to the class were, "I already have my degree". I've always had the interest but it just never clicked. At We Can Code It, we programmed as pairs, teams, and as a class. The instructors are there to instruct and guide us with minimal help. This is because they are teaching us to be resourceful and to practice the Scrum/Agile Method. As members of the class, it is our responsibility to find answers to questions amongst ourselves. There is always help available practically 24/7. The most important aspect of the bootcamp in my opinion, is learning how to think as a programmer. I would definitely recommend this bootcamp to anyone who has the desire to change careers.
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Guyver
Best decision of my life
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I had nothing but great experiences at We Can Code It. Everyone on staff was always more than happy to help and very friendly. I felt comfortable talking to anyone. Seeing how well anyone on staff dealt with difficult people and situations shows a lot. The curriculum was excellent. I feel that i have learned everything necessary to prepare me for a career as a software developer and then some!
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Anonymous
We Can Code it
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Learned a lot in a very short period of time. The instructors are great and are very helpful. You are encouraged to become a Lifelong Learner in that they will not spoon feed you information the entire time, there comes a time were they start requiring you to find the answers to your own questions and that is great because it makes you self reliant. I reccommend this course to anyone that thinks they can keep up!
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Amy
Glad I chose We Can Code IT
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I just completed We Can Code IT's full time 12 week program. I found it challenging, but I'm quite a bit older than most of the other students. I'm changing careers and I'm hopeful that my We Can Code IT Certificate of Software Engineering can help me get a fulfilling job in tech. I've already talked to a lot of employers and recruiters and I have my first interview scheduled for later this morning.
I enjoyed working with Shana during the application process (and she was always helpful and available throughout the program when I needed help with anything). Mel is an awesome instructor. She really cares about her students, too. She's crafted a solid curriculum and her deep knowledge and passion for development shows. Lauren is a great instructor, too and she really has a talent for making dry subjects (such a numeral systems) interesting. I can't say anything bad about the instructors and staff at We Can Code IT. They are talented and caring people. Their diversity mission is laudable and they truly are committed to it.
I'm also really impressed with We Can Code IT's network of employer partners. A number of them visited us throughout the program. The graduation day career fair was a great event that allowed me to show my portfolio to employer partners and discuss their business and their needs.
Lastly, We Can Code IT's open door policy with graduates is pretty awesome, too. We are encouraged to stay in touch with the school and get involved in meet ups and events. We are welcome back to sit in on courses if we feel we need to brush up on any subject.
I'm really glad I chose We Can Code IT and I have no reservations recommending it to anyone who is interested in coding.
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Anonymous
Fast, callous, overpriced
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The Software developer course is not for beginners, it's for people who are a step away from employment and just need to build a GitHub portfolio. It's essentially a weekly 9-5 FaceTime where you are building a collections of projects for $13k. You are not being "taught" unless you have a knack already. There are sessions you can have for tutoring but does not justify price or feel. Class favors the inclined already, it's like micro data refinement when you compare to other free resources. You can honestly follow Youtube projects for free or maybe pay for Udemy course. You get a job coach who sends emails to you with steps, good steps but very generic job search knowledge. -
Anonymous
Not Worth The Money
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Very weak and rushed workshop. Main instructor doesn't really care to see if students are really getting the concept or not. You are basically expected to teach yourself outside of the class. As far as job placement rate goes, WCCI does little to help put you in front of employers (and the majority of that help happens at the very last day of the bootcamp). Most, if not all, of your job opportunities will come from applying to jobs online on your own and networking on your own during Columbus meetups. You will be left out in the wilderness upon graduation and when you finally take a random job simply because you need money, you’ll be considered another successful graduate for their statistics. For the amount of money it costs, that should not be the case. At the end of the day, it’s business and all about the money. Either go to a different boot camp (Like TechElevator) or get a CS degree at a college. Don’t waste your money here. -
Anonymous
Steer clear
This bootcamp is a joke and is a waste of time and money. The teachers don't know how to code, don't like to code, and are rude. The assistant teacher just graduated from the bootcamp and is clueless. Learn from my mistake.
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Anonymous
Do not recommend
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I was looking for a local bootcamp and really did a lot of research, as it was a big investment. WCCI had stellar reviews, a beautiful location, and-at the time-had a money-back job placement guarantee. I was aware of the mistake I'd made by choosing this school the first evening of class. Our lead instructor clearly had no idea how to code (nor carry herself in a professional setting, for that matter). That very night upon arriving home, I checked into their refund policy and knew I was screwed because after the first day of class, the most you are only able to get a fraction of your money back.
The class seemed to have more people going for free through Ohio Means Jobs than paying students. I'm all for opportunities and inclusion, but when you shelled out 10k for something and classmates have no skin in the game, they tend to care and try less. Not only that, but some people just were NEVER going to get these concepts. Yes, they have an "assessment test", but everyone I asked miraculously got 100% on it! Also, they will not provide any prereqs, even if you ask for them. That is a mistake.
I don't remember many details (must've blocked them out), but do remember that the teacher truly did not know any answers to our questions. Some classes we just watched YouTube videos, which I could do for free at home. The instructor got nasty and rude when you asked her a question she didn't know. She also started getting increasingly aggressive towards our associate instructor-whom was not only a great guy, but also KNEW WHAT HE WAS DOING. That was really uncomfortable and unprofessional.The lead instructor didn't know how to use Github-which is something graduates should be comfortable with, because if they're lucky enough to be one of the few to get a job they will be using it everyday. Our lead instructor also tried to demo her version of our first project that she wrote and it crashed-we're talking about a simple console app. Also, when live coding she often was outspoken about using bad coding practices because "she didn't care." It was horrible. I only go on like this because upper management at WCCI knew what was going on and did nothing. It is despicable to charge people that kind of money and not have competent and knowledgeable teachers. The class moved at a snails pace, as some students (many of whom were going on the gov'ts dime) just weren't getting it.
That teacher FINALLY left the job due to personal reasons, which we were all relieved about, however she was never replaced. It was truly bizarre. No one missed her, but it wasn't easy having a different fill-in teacher every night (as everyone has different teaching styles), and after about 2 weeks, we just had the associate teacher for the last month of class.
In fairness, a classmate did switch to the full-time class a few months in and she said that the difference was night and day.
The career services woman started out so perfectly. She came in on Thursdays and was a very bubbly, professional go-getter. She seemed to get more and more overwhelmed as the class progressed, though and was less available. I can only imagine, though, as she's dealing with all the grads they're spitting out, and all the previous grads who are still desperately searching for the jobs they thought they would so easily find.
At the time I enrolled, not only did the website boast a money-back guarantee, but also claimed the tuition included professional resume writing services. That is a lie. We have access to a binder full of professionally written resumes that they graciously allow us to look at. Very unprofessional and offputting. It was a little ridiculous that towards the end of class, on top of everything else we were struggling to complete and learn, we were told that we had to have written and submitted our resumes for approval before they would be submitted to visiting potential employers.
With 6 or 7 bootcamps in NE Ohio churning out students, look elsewhere. There is a ton of competition for the jobs available coming out of school and this place just doesn't prepare you at all. Also, of the VERY FEW graduates that have found jobs, two are making mid 30's. I'm actually shocked that this place still has decent reviews, because I'm not the only one who knew this place is a joke. I did make some great friends here, but will forever regret not attending a real bootcamp.
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Anonymous
Be cautious.
I will come back to this review later.
You will need to learn JavaScript, jQuery, and SQL on your own.
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Anonymous
Not worth it
Teachers were not the best teachers I ever had. One didn't even like coding and the other was rude.
It just wasn't what I expected.
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Anonymous
We Can Code IT is Superb
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I knew I needed a new career path and wasn't sure the route to take to get there. After attending an information session for We Can Code IT, I knew I had to attend to get the skills I needed for a career I could be passionate about.
The most helpful part of the whole process is the staff at We Can Code IT. From the CEO to the office staff to the instructors, everybody is there to assist you in getting the most for your time and money.
The instructors were especially amazing. They are all from very different backgrounds, and through their combined experience, experiences, positive attitude, and dedication to making certain that each student gets what they need to be successful.
Also be sure to schedule time with Career Services to make the most of your opportunities. The Career Services team has all the tools to give you the confidence it takes to successfully navigate the post-boot-camp world of job hunting.
I recently received my first offer that I gladly accepted exactly one month out of the boot camp, and I could not be more satisfied with the results of the whole experience.
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Anonymous
We Can Code IT is Superb
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I knew I needed a new career path and wasn't sure the route to take to get there. After attending an information session for We Can Code IT, I knew I had to attend to get the skills I needed for a career I could be passionate about.
The most helpful part of the whole process is the staff at We Can Code IT. From the CEO to the office staff to the instructors, everybody is there to assist you in getting the most for your time and money.
The instructors were especially amazing. They are all from very different backgrounds, and through their combined experience, experiences, positive attitude, and dedication to making certain that each student gets what they need to be successful.
Also be sure to schedule time with Career Services to make the most of your opportunities. The Career Services team has all the tools to give you the confidence it takes to successfully navigate the post-boot-camp world of job hunting.
I recently received my first offer that I gladly accepted exactly one month out of the boot camp, and I could not be more satisfied with the results of the whole experience.
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Anonymous
Honest Assessment
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Though I commend WCCI`s attempt at serving the Northen-Ohio area, I feel that they are a mediocre bootcamp. Don`t get me wrong, the cirriculum is up to date and challenging, but there are things about the bootcamp that left me unsatisfied. For one, their statistics are bloated and slightly misleading. If you do a quick search on LinkedIn, you`ll see that most of their graduates are still looking for work 3-6 months after attending the program. Yes, there are some outliers, which they proudly tout on ther homepage, but the majority of attendees are still looking for meaningful employment. Another thing I noticed was that the majority of these success stories are people of middle-class Caucasian descent - particularly Caucasian women. Next, I`d like to give my take on the instructors. Although they are wonderful people, I think that many of their instructors lack industry experience. Yes, Mel and Jarrod have extensive industry knowledge, but most of the others are former graduates which is alarming. Are they having trouble hiring experienced instructors? Is this a rentention issue? Etc. Lastly, like many bootcamps these days, its hard to know whether or not job assistance actually works. If the majority of your students are still looking for gainful employment 1 2 3 and 4 months after graduation, can you really say that your bootcamp was worth it? If you look at Course Reports stats for 2016, 75% of students found a job after 90 days and 89% of students found a job after 120 days. These are staggering stats, especially after the time and money spent. Honorable mention: the assessment test is a joke and their should be prep work before the bootcamp, because it would help students build students build stronger projects/portfolios down the line. Also, supplement your bootcamp experience with online tutorials (eg. FreeCodeCamp, Udacity, Treehouse, Odin Project) because alot of the daily instructions is basic lectures and slides. About me: I am a self-taught developer that had a novice understanding of frontend prior to attending. Knowing what I know now - would I attend WCCI again? No. Mainly because with a little discipline and time, I could of did it myself. I think thats whats so attractive about bootcamps, its a quick fix for the undisciplined and fearful. If you do decide to attend a bootcamp eventually, research research research! Ask for annual reports, talk to every student you can, etc. Good luck.