Student review [#20839] for Software Engineering
at CodeOp

I am taking this course in a virtual format, and have just started so I will give my initial impressions: the first thing I (and I’m sure many others) noticed is how WELCOMING and SAFE this bootcamp feels. It seems to be that the culture of many software engineering bootcamps is sink or swim, but that couldn’t be further from the truth with CodeOp. That’s not to say the bootcamp is easy, either! The content is still challenging, and the students learn a lot, but the staff and instructors are there every step of the way. I’m a former teacher, and I’m well aware that learning REQUIRES a nurturing environment. If students don’t feel safe to ask questions, things will undoubtedly slip through the cracks. On top, of the great culture, CodeOp is the first bootcamp I’ve come across that seems to know what they’re doing with pedagogy and isn’t just a cash grab. They employ instructional strategies and assess what students have learned often (while adjusting the curriculum/support for students accordingly). Additionally, they combine interactive lectures, short algorithmic exercises, mixed media formats for content presentation and homework, one-on-one meetings with instructors/TAs/career coaches, and projects to present a well-rounded learning experience for students. From the day I was accepted, I’ve been waiting for the catch – some reason this bootcamp isn’t as great as it seems – but I haven’t been able to find it! I cannot speak highly enough about this bootcamp, and I strongly recommend it to anyone who values kindness, connections, and growth!