Actualize

There are a lot of bootcamps out there, so it was hard to decide on one, but I did narrow it down eventually to Actualize and two others. I decided to go with Actualize because the classes are live, either in Chicago, or the one I attended which was done... Read More via live video online. The learning is fast-paced and they teach a lot in 12 weeks (plus 4 weeks prework), and by the end, I had built multiple apps, all from the ground up. The instructor and TAs really care about students and do everything they can to help students grow and succeed. The job assistance is fantastic as well, ranging from technical interview prep, to resume-building, networking and how to search for jobs. They have a dedicated career counselor who meets with us on a regular basis and provides us job assistance as needed. I would recommend this bootcamp to anyone who wants to learn a new skill and possibly open the door to a new job field. I would also add that anyone can succeed in this program, so long as they are willing to put in the work.

I was in the cohort ending September and now have a full time job in technology project management. Actualize was a top notch education and ones trajectory to code from scratch to application building is guaranteed with diligent participation. Actualize... Read More makes you enjoy coding and the practice provided, along with group work, is an ideal and perfect education. Brian, the instructor, and Lisa, the job coach, are amazing in their guidance and instruction. Make sure to attend post bootcamp events because it is extremely helpful in securing a job and in continuing to develop coding skills. Lisa and Actualize provided me with the greatest advice in looking for work and communicating with employers. At the end of the day, you become an adept coder and a tremendously more skilled individual.

I came to Actualize with a background that had nothing to do with tech. In college two years ago I was taught Fortran as a necessary computer science course. While I am sure there are many great CS degrees out there I wasn't about to go back to college... Read More for another four years so wanting to be a part of the tech industry, I found Actualize. I had done some basic coding walkthroughs before taking the course for almost a year and while that helped in my understanding of the course I wish I would have taken the plunge and taken the Actualize course sooner. The way that they walk you through full-stack development, organizing your problem solving, and prepping you to teach yourself after the course has been life-changing. I am newly graduated from the program with one app under my belt and confidently now job searching while still building and learning daily. Moreover, the tips on job searching and phase three have given me a lot of support and optimism for the job hunt. If you're looking to change your career and change your life I feel like this is a great first step and if you can take the daytime cohort I highly recommend Dani as an instructor, she is a fantastic teacher.

This program exposes you to many different topics which gives you a well-rounded experience in a relatively short timeframe. That being said, it can be stressful to pile on new topics when you may not be 100% confident in what was previously covered.... Read More I would definitely recommend this school, however, it would be best to review every topic outside of class. The teachers are extremely knowledgeable, and everyone that I interacted with from Actualize was very friendly and helpful.

The online bootcamp was everything I wanted in a course that would provide me with the tools I need to start a new career in web development. My instructor Dani is always high energy, enthusiastic, and ready to teach us new concepts and coding skills... Read More every day, which made learning how to code more enjoyable. She truly is a great instructor and it would be a blessing for anyone to have her as a teacher. There is a lot of material to learn but completely manageable and the pacing is great. I have no complaints and the course was perfect and it was everything I could have asked for and more.

My experience at Actualize exceeded my expectations. When I began the boot camp I had very limited coding knowledge and upon exiting I feel extremely confident and well equipped with my skills. I chose Actualize over other boot camps because of the curriculum... Read More and support system that is available, which did not disappoint. I would recommend Actualize to anyone that is considering making the transition into the coding world!

After spending about a year not making much progress with books and tutorials, I was in need of a real teacher and mentor who could personally guide and teach me how to code. Actualize was a bootcamp that stood out the most, because of its teaching expertise.... Read More Once the bootcamp began I was constantly surprised how everything was already prepared and laid out in every step of the way conquer any challenge that I might face. All the concerns that I had before starting the bootcamp was already thought out and solved in advance by the designer of the curriculum. Also by the help of the amazing job hacking program, I am now interviewing for jobs that I could only dream about before. I truly thank Actrualize for opening the door to an exciting career in software engineering.

First and foremost, I'd like commend the teaching, job support, ad administrative staff on their dedication to making sure students succeed. They are all genuinely invested in making Actualize a successful platform for turning individuals with minimal... Read More or no coding experience into developers with the skillset to succeed in an entry-level developer position. In terms of content, the curriculum is predominantly focused on back-end technologies, particularly Rails. Please be advised of this if you are more interested in learning front-end. I feel fortunate to have experienced the program and wish you luck in your coding pursuits!

When I was deciding on a coding bootcamp to enroll in I really wanted to make sure that the online course I pick was personable and at a pace that I could handle. The reviews for Actualize really emphasized how it was a small group where there is a lot... Read More of one on one interaction with the instructor and TAs. Overall I definitely loved the pace and when I needed more clarification or help the instructor and TAs were phenomenal at making sure I grasp and understand the concept in a way that I could understand coding. I highly recommend taking this course if you are a first time coder like me.

My experience with the online bootcamp has been amazing. There were 10 people in my class and we all got along really well. The instructor, Dani, is a badass. She knows the material backwards and forwards. Every instructional section of the class is recorded... Read More and uploaded so we can review as often as we like. I always felt comfortable asking questions. The use of breakout rooms made one-on-one time with Dani or one of the TAs easy to arrange. I never felt like I was missing out on instructional time because the course was taught online. Classes start on time, and there are generous breaks so the class time is manageable. The course can seem overwhelming at times, but the pace of instruction is well thought out. The final capstone project brings everything together at the end. I almost wish the course was one week longer to give us more time to fine tune and adjust our project prior to the final presentation. Even though I only know the other students via Zoom, I feel like we got to know each other well and will definitely keep in touch with each other long after the course ends.