Austin Coding Academy

At Austin Coding Academy every teacher, admin and TA cares about its students future. They don't want your money if you are not learning so they are constantly working to keep their curriculum up-to-date and challenging. I've seen this in practice as both a student and as a TA, they are always improving. Their teachers are working professionals with real-world experience and stories to share in class. And they always care about how the students do in class and in the future. The curriculum is solid and will give you a confident knowledge base web development.

When I started the Web Design program at Austin Coding Academy, I was a total newbie to the world of coding and UX/UI. I was looking for a school that was affordable and could teach me the skills to become a web designer. Now, after completing the program, I feel like I received a bargain. The curriculum is rigorous but the instructors are great at breaking down the material so newbies like me could understand. The staff was very accessible and reached out to me often to make sure I was progressing in the program.

After just a couple weeks into the Intro 101 class, I made my first website and by the end of the class, I was creating basic Javascript Games. In the 231 Intermediate and the 331 Advanced classes, I learned about UX/UI, advanced CSS, SEO, Google Analytics, PHP, Wordpress...

If you want to know what it's like to be a developer this environment can prepare you. If you just want "new skills" you may not be satisfied with this format.

Personally, I wanted some new skills but wanted an environment to gain the "full stack" experience. Admittedly and in full disclosure I took this class twice. The second time was so rewarding to finally "get it". Note: It is not necessary to take this class twice and that is where I will focus my review.

This is a "part-time" class but you must expect to put in a lot of work to be successful. I did not prepare myself skill wise nor time wise to be successful the first time. If you know up front that you have to really put in time, effort and that this is not a "completion" type of class you will be very successfu...

I started 311 after attending another part-time "boot camp" in town. I was weary about attending another school that would teach me the same things so I jumped into 311. What a mistake! I was not prepared and we covered my 8 week boot camp in the first 2 weeks. Fortunately ACA allowed me to move to 211 which was more appropriate for my skill level.

211 is loaded with small and doable projects. While we covered the expected JavaScript concepts we actually learned deeper trade skills like node, npm, git & app testing. With so many "online" options it's easy to plop down $25/mo on a subscription and watch videos. However, without peer review, instructor feedback, knowledge transfer of industry best practices and deadlines the online route may prove difficult; it was difficult ...

ACA was a great option for me, as it was (still is?) the only program in Austin that allowed me to continue working while I started learning about Web Development. I came into the program with almost no programming experience and left with the foundation I needed to begin seeking out a position as a React developer. The instructors and program coordinators here work their butts off helping students through every step of the way - even after you graduate, they give you the opportunity to gain some experience as a Teaching Assistant, or intern with a company partner they've sourced. I had a great experience at ACA, and would recommend it to anyone interested in breaking into the industry.

ACA has been an absolutely great experience. The teachers, TA's and administration are all excellent and I have loved every minute of it. They really take the time to not only teach you the skills needed to become a js developer, but also focus on what it takes to find and get a job.

Absolutely worth every penny!!!

ACA has been a perfect fit for me in my situation financially. The teaches are really helpful and provide plenty of extra help outside of class.

If you want bang-for-the-buck and a school you can fit around your schedule, ACA is where it's at!

ACA was everything I was hoping for, the staff always made themselves available for help and consistently checked in on each students progress. If the coursework seemed overwhelming they made sure to assist us and if we were eager to learn more outside the curriculum they made extra material available, too. While taking many online programming courses I encountered issues that would have been easily resolved with the kind of support ACA offered. I am very satisfied with my experience and will recommend ACA to anyone that is interested in learning to code.

When I began my journey with the Austin Coding Academy , I had some previous experience with software development from university, but nothing covering web development. I was looking for a school that fit my schedule and budget where I could learn more modern web development frameworks. After touring what was close to every coding school in the Austin Area, the ACA emerged the clear best fit for me. I could continue to work full time and attend classes at night. Course work was exactly what I was looking for, the teachers and TA's will cater the lessons to the individual, so whether you learn fast and can handle more of a challenge , or take your time, the curriculum isn't going anywhere without you.

The facilities are worth noting here as well. Located in the Omni in downtown Austi...

I was completely overwhelmed by the number of options I had when I was shopping for a code school. When I expressed my frustration to a good friend of mine who is also in Tech, without hesitation, she replied, 'That's easy - Austin Coding Academy. I know them well, and you should definitely talk to them.'

After banging my head against the proverbial wall with online courses and having nowhere to to turn when I was stuck (which inevitably happens), I was pretty sure that I wanted an in person learning experience. BUT, since I'm a grown up and all, quitting my job to do an immersive program was not an option. So for starters, let me help you narrow your search - Austin Coding Academy is the ONLY in person, part time coding school in Austin.

Aside from that, even if you DO decide...

Coding isn't for everyone but ACA is for every that wants to code. This rigorous program teaches you from the floor up of HTML markup through styling with CSS , programming with Javascript and dynamically rendered website with the latest libraries and frameworks. Seriously, you can keep a full time job through this course but you're going to want to quit it soon and find a programming job.

I started the program in October because I found myself lost in self-teaching on the web and upon graduation I am am working with libraries and techniques senior devs tell me they have just started learning. The teachers at ACA are amazingly knowledgeable, approachable, demanding and cutting-edge with their classes. I am thoroughly happy with my education and am only sad to say its over and now it...

I know there are people who might think that paying for a coding school isn't the smartest move since online (free) resources are everywhere and I sort of agree! However, if you don't know where to start and what kind of path to follow, believe it or not you will eventually get lost and won't get too far by doing it yourself. This is why you need Austin Coding Academy! They teach you everything from scratch and make sure that you understand every concept that you are introduced to. I've taken beginner and intermediate classes so far and can confidently say that these guys are awesome! You'll start from the basic concept and gradually move to the advanced ones! There is always friendly atmosphere, talented instructors who are there if you have any questions any time of the day, and most ...

As a student, what I found most important in choosing a Dev program is the ability to be heard by the faculty and administrators. I chose Austin Coding Academy because from my first interaction, I felt like they really cared about the student experience. After I began classes, I felt that my success was a top priority for them. I was encouraged to ask questions in class and give feedback on the program as a whole. Our instructor opened himself up to office hours throughout the day to make sure we felt supported and on the right track. The Student Success Advocates are excellent resources for any issues you face as a student and getting you plugged into the tech community. I highly recommend Austin Coding Academy if you are looking to launch your career in development.

Austin Coding Academy has challenged and engaged me throughout my time there, and continues to be a source of support. Everyone from the CEO down to the teacher's assistants are wonderful, knowledgeable people who are driven to help you succeed.

This is a great school that puts students first. All instructors are professional developers and learning from their experience is tremendously useful. This school requires a lot of work, so I wouldn't recommend it unless you're dedicated to working hard and really want to become a developer.

This is a great school that puts students first. All instructors are professional developers and learning from their experience is tremendously useful. This school requires a lot of work, so I wouldn't recommend it unless you're dedicated to working hard and really want to become a developer.

ACA is a great school with excellent instructors who not only know what they're doing - they're extremely helpful and always ready to assist you. I highly recommend this school to anyone interested in the field.

The entire staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. In the past I have always had problems learning how to code but ACA helped me connect the dots. I feel confident because they have taught me everything I need to know in order to be attractive to employers. I researched many schools in the Austin area before choosing the Austin Coding Academy. The reason I chose them was because they offered the best quality at an exceptional price. I come from a Finance background and I have never worked in IT before. The intro course is very informative and detailed. As soon as you begin classes the school brings in guest speakers and IT recruiters. I love the field trips we take as well. Halfway thru my Intro course the career services team placed me in a new job within the IT industry. It o...

I love Austin Coding Academy and can not say enough good things about them! ACA not only teaches you Full-Stack Web Development, but also provides you with crucial skills to aide you in finding a job upon (or even before) graduation.

During my time there, ACA offered field trips to hot tech companies in Austin actively hiring, networking events, job fairs, and resume and interview workshops. Not only did I learn skills like whiteboarding and how to interview for a tech job, but I gained confidence in my own abilities that I would not have had otherwise. One of the owners actually personally helped me craft my resume in the middle of SXSW. Because of all this, I was able to land a job as Systems Engineer before I had even completed the final course.

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I loved ACA. This is the place to go if you want to have a blast and learn how to code and the price is so fair.

I began doing freelance work for small scale websites (like portfolios or weddings) by the end of the front end class. I did a fair amount of independent study, but the class gave me a great foundation for what I needed to learn and I was fully supported with any questions I had.