Code Fellows

I loved Code Fellows. I went through the entire program, from 101 to 401 with no prior coding experience. The instructors and teaching assistants were supportive and always available to help. It is a fast-paced environment, which allowed me to learn a lot of modern technologies and best practices in a short amount of time. Highly recommend for anyone who is also looking to change their life!

I went through this program as a veteran and had my expenses paid for by the GI Bill. I would have spent the money anyway. The 201, 301, and 401 sequence is an excellent curriculum that will have you exploring the possibility of building your own projects by the end. The Python course was incredibly intense, throwing loads of meaningful homework and practice problems onto students that want to develop a better understanding of data structures and back end web development, and gain introductory insight into scientific Python, particularly Jupyter notebooks and the basic scientific suite (Numpy, Pandas, Matplotlib). Some additional pros and cons follow.

Pro: The bootcamp is geared toward getting you a job. Getting a job requires more than shoving mounds of knowledge into your brain; it...

I went from fork lift driver to software developer over the course of a year working full time. Most everything with my experience was positive. The curriculum covered a wide variety of topics that started with backend development for 10 weeks with a midterm project that was a fully RESTful api. The latter half of the course focused on front end development using AngularJS. By the end of the 20 week course I was able to fully build and deploy a full stack web application. Furthermore, the course focused a large section of time on studying data structures and algorithms and career development. These combined gave me the skills needed to apply and interview for software development positions.

Pros I have had so far are fast pace learning, on scale with what I had to do while I was in the military. My insctructor Adam is VERY knowledgeable and will always make sure you get the help you need to understand what you are doing. The environment is very friendly and they provide a networking experience like I have never seen, with lunches every Friday that have speakers from other tech companies. I recently signed up for a code Fellows exclusive with google...

The only con I have right now is parking, it would be nice if they could provide parking information in the local area (very short walking distance) that offer monthly parking. Or even one up that and maybe add an extra cost option into tuition and have the parking taken care of like maybe parking in the Cisco building it...

Code Fellows is the best decision I've ever made. My job in real estate was lacking any challenge, I was bored, so I started thinking about doing something completely different. I love problem solving and am a big board gamer, so it made perfect sense to look into code schools as my next step. Code Fellows was clearly the best fit in terms of duration and cost, not to mention their great instructors and cool new campus. My instructor Brian went the extra mile and the diversity at Code Fellows helped me to view different perspectives, to grow more and learn faster. They also have partner relationships with the big players which has motivated me to do the extra work. I know Code Fellows will support me and make sure I am ready to apply to these big companies - especially Microsoft. Highly...

I'm a musician, an Army veteran and recently got my BS in audio engineering. When I entered the corporate world, I couldn't find anything that seemed like a good fit for me. I was in a dead-end job when someone sent me a couple links for Code Fellows. When I contacted Code Fellows I really felt like I was talking to a 'real' local person and was immediately comfortable and knew I would fit in. They helped me get set up with the GI Bill and before I knew it, I was on my way. I was excited and the Army really taught me the patience and willingness to work hard and fight through any challenges. My instructor Adam and classmates at Code Fellows were a great support as well. It was a really good feeling to know we were all in it together and wanted to help each other succeed. Code Fellows ha...

I was living in LA, planning to use my GI Bill funds to attend a code school that was advertising approval for GI Bill funds, turned out they weren't actually approved. I found out Code Fellows was approved, got in touch with them and it has worked out great. After my time in the Air Force, I became a day trader but wanted something more, there's no community aspect in that industry. In the coding world, it's all about community, it's awesome to be in such a supportive environment. The discipline I learned in the Air Force really helped me understand the time, rigor and dedication needed to code. The instructors at Code Fellows are dedicated and put in a lot of hard work to help you succeed - Brian is awesome. If it weren't for Code Fellows and their approval to accept GI Bill Funds, I ...

I just finished the 401 Full Stack JavaScript class (having also taken 201 and 301 at Code Fellows). My experience has been phenomenal the entire way through. The staff and TAs are dedicated to student success, both in terms of the technical curriculum (web development) and preparation for entering the job market. Code Fellows instructors are not only experts in the field, they are also deeply attuned to how people learn to code, what works and what doesn't, and what students need from instructors to do their best work. Both of the instructors I had genuinely cared about each and every student and their progress. They also shared invaluable knowledge of the many aspects of what it is like to work as a web developer.

The staff and instructors are constantly working to keep the curricu...

After graduating with a 4-year degree in the sciences, I got a great job at the Fred Hutch here in Seattle. It's a company with a mission that I care about, but I had ambitions to contribute more than allowed by my current role - I needed more skilled training. So thankfully with the support of my manager, I started searching for code schools that offer night courses, so I could keep working during the day.

I was referred to Code Fellows by a friend, and after reading about their courses, career development and their great reviews I knew Code Fellows was right for me. I'd been teaching myself how to code using online resources but wanted to work with other people to improve my collaborative coding skill-sets. Code Fellows provided the educational structure and instructional resour...

I’m an Army Veteran, and after doing my service, I wanted to get into a career where I could create stuff as well as have a more flexible schedule. I was trying to teach myself how to code, using Code Academy, Team Treehouse, and other websites. Then after attending a Code Fellows 101 in NYC taught by Brook, I knew this was the school for me, so I decided to relocate to Seattle and attend the school full-time since they took the G.I Bill. Mindy and Maggi in Admissions were great and helped me get the GI Bill funds and the Code Fellows Diversity Scholarship for their 401 course.

I did very well and I think why I did well came down to a few things:

1. I wasn't afraid to ask questions

2. I eliminated social media (a lot of students get distracted by social media) --disable yo...

My experience with Code Fellows was awesome. Their developers program provides you with the necessary skills and experience to find your ideal career. Classes are small in size which lends to more 1-on-1 time with teachers and TA's. The curriculum is constantly being changed depending on what languages and frameworks are being used in the industry, so you're consistently up to speed with the latest technologies. Other perks include talks from industry insiders and leaders, resume/interview/whiteboard prep classes, post-graduation job search support, and more!

I have mixed feelings when it comes to my time at Code Fellows. I mean overall my life has completely changed for the better since getting into computer science and the single greatest thing that has ever happened to me was being hired on at my current company as a software engineer. Computer science isn't easy, in fact most people are scared of it which is great job security for the rest of us! Now on to my time at Code Fellows.

Here is my pros and cons and then I'll explain after.
PROS:
- Its very challenging and challenges build character and prove what you're capable of. They get you out of your comfort zone which is great for personal growth.
- Going through the bootcamp with peers that are in the same position as you with the same interests as you is an amazing experience. Y...

This is a very fast paced program. I started having very little computer knowledge but everyone is extremely helpful! The teachers seem to really care about your learning and want to make sure that you understand what is happening. Due to the fast paced program, I would recommend not working while going to school (at least for the day courses).
I will warn that if you are a slower learner, you may be struggling through the courses.

I learned a lot from the iOS accelerator program, now it's called 401 course.
It was a 8 week program (now it's 10 weeks long). 9am~5pm. Usually we'd have lectures in the morning and lab in the afternoon.
Each week, we'd have an assignment/project and pop quiz. We learned both Objective-C and Swift, which I thought was really cool because a lot of companies still use Objective-C. And it's always good to know both.
​Each week, the instructor would cover some data structures​/algorithms​ to help us prepare for​ the​ technical interviews. (white boarding)

After completing​ CF​ course​, I spent 3~4 months working on​ several​ side projects with friends. I thought it would be nice​​ to have a complete app on the App Store before applying jobs.
​Luckily, ​I eventually got a job off...

I took CodeFellow's Code 201 course and it was the most challenging thing I have ever done. Expectations and standards are high to push you outside your comfort zone.

I had no prior coding experience before taking the 201 course. On day one, I hardly knew what a variable was and by day thirty I was presenting a project that my team had created. It felt surreal to look back at the code I made and understand each and every line, when it had all looked like an alien language on the first day of class.

During lecture from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., our instructor showed us some demo code and introduced new concepts, but the real learning happened during lab in the afternoon, and ultimately it was up to us to learn by doing through lab and homework assignments (with TAs and our instructor o...

The material was good, but support from instructors should be more for even in class as well as after class.

Let's start with the cons.

You will be tired if you attend a bootcamp.
Your brain will hurt.
You will feel stupid at times.
You will want to quit at times because you're afraid of failure.
All other activities that you fill your time with will be completely irrelevant while attending a bootcamp.
They're not cheap.

...and now for the pros

All of your sleepless nights will be worth it in the end.
Your brain hurts because it's absorbing new information.
Don't worry, you're supposed to feel stupid. The material is hard, but so is everything else worth achieving.
If you give it your all, you won't fail. There is a great network of people who are willing to help and support you in your journey.
The price is worth it, absolutely worth it.

I'm in the middle of the Code Fellows bootcamp and have learned a crazy amount about coding in just 8 weeks. My friends with traditional computer science degrees can't believe how much I learn in a single week. Like any bootcamp, the pace is fast and the content is challenging, but the harder you work, the more you'll gain. I knew going into this program that it would be tough and I would put in long days. What I didn't expect was to meet so many supportive faculty and TAs who genuinely want to see you do well and will celebrate your victories with you.

This program is literally changing my life and I have no regrets :)

Code Fellows rocks. I'm an Air Force veteran, four years in active duty, building jet engines. After deciding I didn't want the smell of jet fuel on me at all times, and after graduating from college and deciding not to pursue a law degree, I found myself at Code Fellows. I took Scott's night-time 201 course (Scott is an awesome instructor), and with Gi Bill funds and a Code Fellows Diversity Scholarship was ultimately able to quit my job to take Duncan's 401 (Duncan is also a fantastic instructor, and I had an exceptional TA to help me too, Judy). I had a great experience. It was very hard, but I excelled. I think the combination of the discipline I learned from sports (I'm a powerlifter) and the military, the self-learning I did through Coursera prior to starting the 201, combine...

I had a great time and learned a TON, In 401, I was there pretty much from 9AM to 7PM most nights.
I learned an immense amount, and I learned how to code quickly and professionally. I like Code fellows Campus.

I attended Code Fellows coming in with a background in science, and with previously coding as a hobby in other languages. I took the 201, 301, 401 (Python), and the 501 (Data Analysis/Visualization). I had a great time and learned a ton. For me 201/301, the courses were not what I would call really difficult, but I learned a TON, since the material(web development with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL) was pretty much completely new to me. In 401, I had a little experience with Python before, but the difficulty was ramped up immensely. I was there pretty much from 9am to 9pm most nights. The other 401 classes are usually finished a bit earlier (5-6 pm), but the Python class is not the same. I learned an immense amount, and I learned how to code quickly and professionally in order to ge...

We're in the middle of our last project week for 401 JS so I'll keep this short and sweet! I was living in Alaska, trying to figure out how to launch a new career, when I found out about Code Fellows. After testing into the 301 intermediate course, I packed up and moved to Seattle - and haven't looked back! One of the most helpful aspects is Career Development where we learn how to polish our online brand, market ourselves to potential employers, and figure out the 'why' that drives our decision making. I've already got an apprenticeship position lined up, where I'll be using the skills I picked up at Code Fellows after I graduate. Weekly guest speakers and invitations to industry meetups are invaluable opportunities I wish I took more advantage of. Even after earning a computer engine...

At Code Fellows in Seattle I've taken the 301:Intermediate Software Development and 401: Advanced Software Development in Python classes.

301: The course focuses on intermediate JavaScript (APIS, AJAX, and some best practices, etc.). I was definitely glad that I learned this material in a structured way, rather than trying to teach it to myself. It would have taken a lot longer. The class was not as tough as I was expecting, though some people struggled. The instructors are great and help a lot. If you're curious and work hard, there's opportunity to learn a lot more than whats in the curriculum, and the instructors support that.

401 Python: This class is tough. I didn't believe them when they said we'd all feel like we're drowning, but they were right. Code Fellows does...

Code Fellows is a great program for taking you from a person interested in software development to a Full Stack developer with the learning skills necessary to pick up any coding language. They focus on the Growth Mindset and showing students how not to give up when confronted by difficult problems and fulfill this by implementing a stacked learning environment. Stacked learning is a front loaded continuous challenge of learning something quickly and continually applying it to a set of problems as you continue to learn more on top of it. You are constantly absorbing information and using it immediately to help you solve the projects you complete. Think doing while learning. Additionally, Code Fellows provides a bounty of resources at the student's disposal including T.A.'s, Instructors...

I was a barista for 15 year, I have a degree in digital media animation, and I am finally a full Stack developer thanks to Code Fellows!
I started Code Fellows because I wanted a more stable and dynamic career but still without much knowledge of what I was getting into. And it was a wild ride!
I started not knowing a semicolon From a curried function, spent the first 4 days of the 301 working from a hospital bed and 9 months later, finished the full Stack JavaScript program.
All of the staff are amazing and helpful and want only to see the success of everyone around them.
I would highly recommend this program to anyone with an open mind and the willingness to work their ass off.

The pros are amazing instructors, great curriculum and most importantly great TA's
One thing that sometimes is not so good is that you will be paired together with someone that doesn't really pay attention and you have to do the work yourself.

I attended Code Fellows Foundation II course in iOS when it was structured that way; and recently I have completed their 201 course and am about to attended the 301 course. The new course curriculum focuses on web-development, originally with basic HTML, CSS and Javascript, and advancing toward full-stack development. I loved the course. The instructors were always willing to ask questions about help push you out of your comfort zone to help you develop. It defintely requires hard work and focus but it is completely attainable if you push yourself! The last two classes I have attended have been the nights and weekend course which allows me to continue working in my industry while I learn a new skillset.

Code Fellows is really amazing bootcamp for those of who aspire to be a front end developer and SDET.All session are recorded and accessible in youtube channel.The assignments and the projects are real.The instructors are really talented.

I've been involved with a few different code bootcamps, and this one was by far the best, for 3 reasons:

- Instruction staff. Their teachers are incredible. Our lead instructor was extremely attentive to each student's experience and comfort level. He listened to feedback and was extremely responsive in tailoring lectures or scheduling impromptu review sessions of topics that were taking longer for us to sink in. He was very good about setting expectations about where we should be when, and did a good job of pushing us when we needed to be pushed and comforting the class when we were struggling.

- The emphasis on QUALITY code. I had been doing a bunch of self-taught coding before enrolling, and I had to unlearn a lot of what I learned on Stack Overflow... which I was very happy to...

My year long journey at Code Fellows was nothing shy of amazing. I’m 36 and was looking for a career change. Information Security has always been a passion of mine, I’m the IT guy at work but in information security the tools you use will only get you so far. I needed to learn how to code.

Code Fellows was my savior. The atmosphere there is amazing; being surrounded by like minded people that want to see you succeed is priceless. The teachers and T.A’s are very knowledgeable and make you feel like the priority. The work was definitely challenging; you’re going to be coding a lot, like at least 20 hours a week a lot and that is just for the night classes.
In the end, my experience at Code Fellows was unforgettable. They provided me with the confidence to start my own cyber security ...