School of Code Bootcamp

I found out about the School of Code via the Government Digital Skills website where it states "You’ll also get a guaranteed job interview at the end of the course". It's been over 3 months now, and I've not had a single interview via the School of Code,... Read More and neither externally.

Although it's a free course, it is full-time and not advisable for anyone who cannot claim benefits, because it's very difficult working part-time alongside it, because unless you already know programming languages, you'll be working til 10pm straight getting through tasks and trying to learn everything that is thrown at you, and there's absolutely no guarantee of even getting an interview.

I recommend that you find an online course and materials that work for you so that you can work as normal and learn around that.

I completed this course a few years ago, and despite my cries for help and worries that I was struggling with the course I was just told 'you'll get it eventually' and 'no company expects you to be amazing when youre just starting'. I graduated and ended... Read More up being told by every place I applied for that I wasn't good enough and school of code swiftly ghosted those of us still looking for a job to churn out the next cohort. It was absolutely crushing when I worked so hard and its taken me years to mentally recover from the experience. I met some wonderful people but the cost was a massive blow to my confidence and no faith that the tech industry is interested in hiring more diverse people because those of us left were all either women or POC.

I recently completed the 16-week intensive bootcamp at the School of Code and it was an incredible experience. Throughout the program, I learned a vast array of technical and soft skills that have equipped me with a strong foundation for a career in tech.... Read More

One of the highlights was the opportunity to work on real-life projects with actual stakeholders, which provided invaluable practical experience. The program culminated in a demo day, where we showcased our projects to leading tech companies, giving us fantastic exposure and networking opportunities.

While the bootcamp is very challenging and requires a lot of hard work, perseverance truly pays off. The skills and knowledge I gained have been transformative, and I feel well-prepared to take on a tech career.

Highly recommend to anyone looking to break into the tech industry!

The School of Code Bootcamp is a 16-week, full time intensive training course which I attended online. I found the teaching, resources and support to be top-notch. The course gave me a foundational knowledge of not only JavaScript, but other highly relevant... Read More technologies like Node.js, TypeScript, & React. We also covered a wide range of topics in the tech industry, including AI.
The most important aspect of the course however was the team training. Each week I worked in a different team, learning together and delivering a coding project at the end of the week. It was a really effective way of learning to build software as part of a team, which is of course how software is developed professionally.
Overall a fantastic experience, which I would absolutely recommend to anyone interested in coding!

The transformation that has taken place over the last 16 weeks goes far beyond learning new skills. My entire mindset has shifted from the old me to something new. I feel ready to enter the workforce, and I could not have done that without the awesome... Read More people at the School of Code.

The best part of the course was working in our teams to learn new skills and build stuff. Each week felt like a movie. It starts off all nice and easygoing; you meet your new teammates and get given a few tasks and problems to solve. Tuesday, things start to get harder, but you are just about hanging on. By the end of Wednesday afternoon, you are in the pit of despair. You feel like you've been fighting bears in the octagon and begin to wonder if you are even cut out to be a software developer. But somehow, at some point during Thursday, it starts to make sense, and you take this shiny sword of knowledge on your journey home to fight the final boss challenge... The Friday hackathon. Then you and your team battle it out to build some amazing thing that you never thought you could ever do. Then, you just repeat that pattern for 16 weeks. It's quite amazing, really.

What I've come to realise is how software development works. You take on some problem that you have no idea how to solve; you struggle, there is a bit of pain. Then you figure it out, you feel amazing, you grow as a developer, and you move on to the next problem.

I wouldn't change anything about SoC I feel very lucky to have been in cohort 16 - 2024

The School of Code has given me the skills I need to transition into a tech career. I wouldn't have got to this point on my own. They don't just teach you technical skills but also the soft and professional skills you need to be industry ready. Not only... Read More that, the support throughout is immense, from the coaches, the rest of the cohort as well as the mentors and industry experts. It's such a collaborative environment and I've met a great bunch of people. The ongoing support after the course is also fantastic, helping us to get into our first tech roles. I can't thank everyone enough. The course is hard, I've never been so challenged in my life, but it's also the most rewarding thing and I've had so much fun working on projects! Thank you School of Code!

It was an amazing experience that equipped me with the skills and confidence needed to pursue a career in software development. It was a journey of personal and professional growth, surrounded by an inspiring community of like-minded individuals. The... Read More experience really pushed me out of my comfort zone, but it was worth it!

I recently completed the 16-week bootcamp at the School of Code, and it was an incredible journey. I learned to create and deploy full-stack software—from someone who had never seen a line of code before.

The course structure was brilliant, building on... Read More simple concepts and gradually expanding. Regular talks from industry experts provided valuable insights, and the Q&A sessions were gold for aspiring tech professionals.

The post-course support, especially from the employment team, was incredible. And the coaches—Tom, Cat, and Chris—were unmatched in their professionalism, energy, and passion throughout the course.

In summary, the School of Code is not just a bootcamp; it’s a life-changing experience. If you’re considering a career in tech, look no further.

Being chosen from hundreds of applicants to join the 16th School of Code cohort was both a privilege and a life-changing opportunity. The past 16 weeks have been a whirlwind of laughter, learning, and the occasional happy tear as I saw our group transform... Read More into confident techies.

Learning alongside such an inspiring group of individuals, each with their own dreams and sacrifices, made the journey even more meaningful. The shared ambition created a supportive atmosphere where we pushed each other to grow.

The School of Code staff genuinely cared about our success, going above and beyond to set us up with mentors and guide us towards a brighter future in tech. My mentor's unwavering support and guidance have been instrumental in building my confidence and skillset.

The curriculum itself was a perfect blend of technical knowledge, mindset skills, and collaborative projects. We weren't just learning to code; we were learning to think critically, communicate effectively, and solve real-world problems as a team. This emphasis on teamwork and problem-solving gave us invaluable experience that will undoubtedly serve us well in our future careers.

The School of Code's commitment to our success didn't end in the classroom. They're equipping us with the tools and opportunities needed to thrive in the tech industry, from CV workshops to networking events to showcasing our final projects to potential employers.

Looking back, I'm deeply grateful for this experience. The School of Code has not only equipped me with valuable skills but also connected me with a supportive community and opened doors to a future filled with endless possibilities.

This was one of the most intense experiences I have done - but one of the most rewarding. Filled with amazing fellow boot campers and caring and knowledgeable coaches. If I could go back in time and experience it fresh again I would - I really feel I... Read More have been set up to succeed in the tech field.