Bloc

I am the quintessential coding school fairytale story. I was a bartender and now I am a few months into a great job as a software engineer and I still can't believe my new life is really mine sometimes.

I picked Bloc partly because of the pacing. Unlike a bootcamp, I could still work my old job and support myself and do the coursework when I had time. You really do sort of set your own pace, too: they had one program that was about 6 months and one that was more like a year, which is the one I took, but when things were going well and I wanted to work ahead they didn't mind so in the end I was done in maybe 7 months.

They do a good job of helping you a lot at first but weaning you off of it. You get a lot of detailed instruction on earlier projects then later ones become more like...

Living in Los Angeles there were quite a few options for coding boot camps in my area but most are $10,000+ for tuition and require 3-5 months of full-time dedication. Which unless you have a lot of savings to pull from is just not a financially sustainable option. On top of this, I wasn't sure I wanted to go into UX design or would prefer to learn how to become a web developer. When I contacted a student advisor with Bloc about my indecision she was very helpful in providing me with resources I could try in order to make my choice. Bloc was the best choice for me because it allows me to work a day job and learn at my own pace. In addition, I was able to receive a scholarship which significantly helped with my ability to afford the program on top of the flexible payment plans they have ...

I love the flexibility of this program, but the weekly mentor sessions make sure I don’t lag behind and keep me on my toes!!

I'm a few months into the Bloc program and really enjoying it!

Bloc's online bootcamp model gives the flexibility I was looking for while being a recognized name with a rigorous curriculum.
I'm working full-time and going through the Bloc curriculum in my spare time. It's a lot of work but it's all worth it. The Bloc team has given every resource to get help when I get stuck and support along the way.

The main selling points for me choosing Bloc were the project-based curriculum, the languages taught, and the mentor model. My mentors have been stellar, super helpful and supportive. The pay-as-you-go model and general drive have kept me going and coding each and every day possible.

I would recommend this program to anyone looking for online coding bootcamps. I looked and tal...

I started the UX Designer track about 2 months ago and honestly think it is one of the best decisions I have ever made. It is so hard to balance work, kids and education, but the flexibility of this program is allowing me to dive in and accomplish a lot in a short amount of time.

The program is really rigorous but the amount of knowledge and skills I am gaining rapidly is so encouraging. I have taken many courses online in the past (that I enjoyed and learned from) but Bloc is really different from my prior experiences. It is efficient and comprehensive.

The weekly mentor meetings are so helpful, as are the coaches on the slack channel. When I am stuck, I can get help immediately, in real time. Though I am working really hard, I am really enjoying the process and feel excited and ...

I was very nervous to jump from corporate tax consulting to become a UX developer but I'm so glad I took the leap of faith. The Bloc program has provided me with all the necessary resources I need to succeed. My favorite part is that it's completely self-paced, so you can do as much as you can without restrictions. Weekly mentor meetings are great for answering questions and previewing material. I'm looking forward to finishing this program in October and starting a job in a field I love.

I started the course 8 weeks ago and have enjoyed it all. They mentors and student success team have all been super supportive and the community on slack is always a great reference point if you are stuck. I would recommend this course to anyone looking to begin a career as a web developmer.

**"The seventh week into the Designer's track program. This program has been a dream course ever since I found about it. The support received from Slack, the community, and the mentors are on the spot.

Just put the effort and hours you need to succeed, but the Bloc team is always looking forward to helping you, on whatever problem you have.

The curriculum is the right amount of information you need. The course builds on it, so you don't have to worry about looking for more info. I say this because in today fast paced world and living you get overwhelmed with all the information you receive, especially in your email and your smartphone, its an issue Bloc has foreseen and embedded into their program".**

I joined 2 months ago and have had a fantastic run. Mentors are helpful in providing high level advice and working with you on numerous projects, grading team is super responsive and helpful in not only getting the answer but also making sure you understand the concept well, and the community is very helpful in keeping up the motivation and sharing ideas. Great course overall!

I enrolled in the UX/UI curriculum to learn more about UI design. I have been working in the tech industry as a front end developer for the last 2.5 years at the time of enrollment. I wish I had just withdrawn from the program rather than sticking it out in hopes of learning something new and wasting the $5K. My mentor was really kind, but seemed to forget feedback he had previously given me about my designs and would contradict himself in the following weeks. I believe that this course was at a really beginner level and I gained zero to little skills.

After putting in many hours and hard work, I never fell behind my progress track, though still feel I did not get the experience I was hoping for. Waste of time and money. I would not recommend if you have some experience.

This program has already exceeded my expectations and I'm only 1 month into the program! What's incredible about Bloc is that they give you the flexibility and affordability unlike many other bootcamps. I am planning to complete the program in approximately 5 months, so I will only pay ($1250 x #months enrolled). This pro-rated concept within the framework of a bootcamp is very empowering! Not only to influence you to finish within the time frame you'd like, but to save a lot of money as compared to other programs that force you into a set number of months for a set amount of many thousands more than this programs' average rate. Highly recommend this program!

The Bloc course has been awesome so far! I am 6 weeks enrolled in the Web Developer Track. It has done a great job of building community, mentorship, career preparation, and knowledge. I would definitely suggest this to anyone who has 20-25hrs/week to learn. The reason 'cirriculum' was given a 4star was because I do not feel like each concept is given enough required practice to learn. This is where the instructors and community had a huge impact on me in getting me more resources to truly learn the concepts that I needed to progress.

I will try to post another update as I progress further in the course!

Having a bit of a technical background ( Tech Support/Community Manager) I was thrilled to be awarded a Diversity scholarship from Bloc - which was the only thing that enabled me to attend a coding bootcamp! I am now leveling up my skill set and already interviewing for Jr. Dev jobs - my mentor is really great and the curriculum is interesting so far!

While I've only been in the program a few weeks, it's been challenging to make sure you're staying on track but rewarding at the same time. You need to rework your brain a bit if you've been away from a traditional classroom, or if this is the first time to do an online program. But where you don't have an in person experience, it forces you to engage with people via the slack channel to both ask fellow students, as well as instructors when you have questions. Also they've set up a virtual lecture series of varying subjects where you connect remotely and join one of several seminars they hold daily/weekly - covering anything from design critique, to front end development, and networking for jobs. The program really encourages you to connect with the community via slack, and hopefull...

I have already wasted so much time and energy with this useless program. For prospective students, please do not waste your money! I can not even begin to explain how awful this program is. The content is made up of links to free programs. If you are lucky enough to get the "mentor" who actually cares. You might be told, "just give it a bit longer" or "wait until you reach Blocs original content". Long story short. I am not the only person who was strung along. I do wish more people would share these experiences. Not sure what happens to negative reviews on these sites?

I am in the process of transitioning out of the military into software development. I was in a rut with self-learning. I really needed a structured program that would put me on a timeline and trajectory for success. Bloc has a set curriculum that will help me start a career I always dreamed of in about 8 months. It was right on time and exactly what I was looking for because I needed to start a job within the year and was starting to stress out of wether I would be ready while self-learning. I am married with a three year old working full time and I have been able to stay on track. I am not losing sleep about wether I am on pace or not on my journey to start a new career in tech. I will graduate in a few more months with a portfolio that will get me a well paying job. At Bloc I have par...

Hi all! I am currently a student with bloc for two months now for web developing. I am a complete beginner when I started and I dont even know how to write a single line of code. But now, I am learning a lot and writing all these complicated codes in just a short period of time while working in a full time job. Its really amazing and I highly recommend bloc!

Bloc is a challenging, but completable coding boot camp for those of us who cannot attend an in-person program. Bloc has used it's years of experience to craft a proven program that will turn you into an industry-ready developer. Bloc is constantly evolving according to student feedback, and they always put their students' interests first. Thanks to bloc I was able to transition into a role as a software engineer 4 months after completing the program. Not only that, but my new employer was actually impressed with the skills and portfolio I had to show thanks to Bloc. I highly recommend considering Bloc.

I've been enrolled in the Design Track at Bloc for about 4 months now, and I am so happy I did. I shopped around for a design bootcamp for months, but the fact that I held a full-time job I couldn't take a break from and that I didn't live in a massive metropolitan area was really limiting my options. The only thing available locally required a lot of money up front and total M-F, 8-5 commitment.
Bloc lets me pace my curriculum in a way that allows me to work my full-time job while still letting me work towards my future. They also offer payment plans and scholarships - which seemed pretty rare when I was researching similar programs.
I won't lie, you will work hard! There's a lot of commitment even at the slowest pace. And be aware of any changes to your coursework. They're constan...

This course is exactly what I had expected it to be. It is designed to get you ready for the real world.There are definitely some days that take a toll on you but the Bloc community and mentors are always there to help cheer you on and help out anyway they can.

You definitely need to put in the time and effort but I believe this is all preparation for a great career My graduation date isn’t until August and I have a lot of work to get done, but I’m excited for my future and thankful for the folks at Bloc for all they have taught me I have come a long way from day 1 and I have so much more to learn :)