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Xccelerate is a socially-aligned education startup that bridges the gap between education and employment across technologies including software development, data science, UX, blockchain, data analytics and more. Their mission is to provide accessible,... Read More
Xccelerate not only makes it easy for companies to hire top talent, but offers high quality, affordable, and accessible courses for professionals looking to expand their knowledge. Offerings include both full- and part-time courses in subjects like data science & machine learning, software engineering, blockchain, cloud computing, fintech, Python, UX and more. Over 90% of graduates achieve positions in the tech sector, taking an average of just 28 days to get hired!
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Courses
Blockchain Fundamentals
Coding for Absolute Beginners
Cybersecurity Immersive
Data Science & Machine Learning Immersive Bootcamp (Full-time)
Data Science and Machine Learning (Part-time)
Full Stack UX Design
Full-Stack Web Development Immersive
Introduction to Python (Part-Time)
UI Design (Part-Time)
UX Design Fundamentals (Part-Time)
Xccelerate Reviews
Average Ratings (All Programs)
Don Apollo Cosio
Graduated: 20204/14/2020
Course
Software Engineering Immersive Bootcamp (Full-time)
"Intense and Rewarding"
I left my high paying managerial job to try something new and stumbled upon this high rating bootcamp in Hong Kong. Needless to say, i processed my visa papers with the assistance of the admissions manager and flew to HK and studied there for 5months.... Read More
Pros:
- It mimics an actual workplace where there is less supervision in finding business solutions. However, the instructors are always there to help if you need them.
- The class starts at 9am and ends at 6pm, discussion is only 2 hours per day and the other hours are hands on coding which I prefer since you can only learn to code by doing it.
- There was a guest speaker to keep us motivated and a fun quiz bee to keep test what we learned during the cohort.
- My instructors, classmates and all other staffs of Xccelerate are friendly, humble and approachable.
- Xccelerate has alot of connections to refer you for a job interview after the cohort ends. This doesn't only apply to Hong Kong base students but they can refer you to the employers in the country you are base after you have graduated.
Cons:
- The curriculum is too packed, two to three different lessons to tackle per day is too much for everyone to comprehend.
- 90% of my classmates did not do the prep work that is the reason they struggled. This has to be communicated to the students properly that they need enough knowledge prior to joining the boot camp or else they will be left frustrated as this is IMMERSIVE. Unless, they are willing to spend at least 12hrs per day coding during the cohort to be successful.
Suggestions:
- To the instructors: Make the learning process project base by building an actual application so the students will know how to integrate all their learning into one working project. Then on top of this, continue on having mini projects after each module.
- To the students/planning to enroll: Bring massive motivation and prepare at least a month before on learning javascript.
In a nutshell, joining this boot camp is a great experience and I highly recommend to everyone who wants to change career, passionate in web development, wants to challenge their learning capabilities and earn a lot of money and huge market!
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Gaurav Agarwal
Graduated: 20202/26/2020
Course
Python Fundamentals
"Awesome Course to start coding using Python"
It was great course, structured properly. Pace was slow at the same time it allowed enough time to practice examples or revise stuff. Content was good. Scope covered was good. Examples choosen was good. Trainer was very well experienced and resolved all... Read More
Hagen Arhelger
Graduated: 20202/25/2020
Course
Data Science and Machine Learning (Part-time)
"Next steps"
Decided to take this course after having completed the P/T Python fundamentals course also offered at Xccelerate as a follow-up.
Curriculum was a little information dense to begin with (for contextualisation as well I believe), though once the coding started... Read More
Very satisfied with course outcomes and looking forward to applying them to work.
Emily
Graduated: 20191/8/2020
Course
UX Design
"Start Fresh!"
I was very hesitant to join the UX Design class since I am a product designer at ID industry several years ago— but I am so glad I did as it proved to be an excellent environment , tutors and useful materials to ease my way into UX design and implement... Read More
David Wan
Graduated: 20191/6/2020
Course
Data Science & Machine Learning Immersive Bootcamp (Full-time)
"A great introduction to Data Science"
Pros:
Wonderful and friendly instructors
A wide coverage of different data science topics including machine learning and deep learning methods, BI tools, Data engineering concepts
Friendly classmates (luck of the draw though)
Some helpful alumni working... Read More
Cons:
Some methods covered in deep learning maybe a bit outdated
You have to be motivated and be willing to self teach a lot
Having a programming/cs background will help immensely
Lacking in depth (hence will have to self teach to master topics)
I did receive multiple job interviews/offers upon graduation.
Mandy
Graduated: 20191/6/2020
Course
UX Design
"Practical experience for learning UX Design"
You don't need to have a design or tech background for the course. Classmates are coming from all different fields like bank, finance, insurance or design. A course both for new skills and building connections. Tutors are friendly and with on job experiences.... Read More
Anonymous
Graduated: 20191/6/2020
Course
UX Design
"Practical experience for learning UX Design"
You don't need to have a design or tech background for the course. Classmates are coming from all different fields like bank, finance, insurance or design. A course both for new skills and building connections. Tutors are friendly and with on job experiences.... Read More
Anonymous
Graduated: 20191/6/2020
Course
Data Science & Machine Learning Immersive Bootcamp (Full-time)
"A good introduction"
Pros:
Wonderful and friendly instructors
A wide coverage of different data science topics including machine learning and deep learning methods, BI tools, Data engineering concepts
Friendly classmates (luck of the draw though)
Some helpful alumni working... Read More
Cons:
Some methods covered in deep learning maybe a bit outdated
You have to be motivated and be willing to self teach a lot
Having a programming/cs background will help immensely
Lacking in depth (hence will have to self teach to master topics)
Rex Chan
Graduated: 20191/2/2020
Course
UX Design
"Great Course for learning UX design"
I highly recommend this course to all the people who want to learn UX design. The course covered all for what you need to be a UX designer. Furthermore, you don't have to worry if you have zero background of this field. Main reason is that tutors in Xccelerate... Read More
Quiz
Graduated: 20191/2/2020
Course
UX Design
"Great systematic way of teaching"
It was such a great experience with the UX course. The information and knowledge given by the instructor were clear and easy to understand. I got to know everything in a proper and systematic way. I was given enough time to complete my weekly homework... Read More
Thanks Don for your motivated attitude! Really glad you enjoyed it! All the best for you future pursuits!