DigitalCrafts

I went into this program having no coding background. It took 16 weeks to become a full stack developer and start making a turn around in my career. I made projects and applications I never thought I could do and I met so many wonderful people. Chris... Read More was an amazing instructor and the DIR's are always there to help.

TLDR: DigitalCrafts is the top-rated bootcamp in Atlanta for a reason. After my very positive experience there, I would not hesitate to recommend their Full Stack Flex Program for anyone looking for a way to level up their software engineering knowledge... Read More and skills. INTRODUCTION: When I began looking into bootcamps, I knew that I needed to find one that met several criteria. First, and foremost, it had to be a part-time program, because I have to work full time to support my family (a 15 year old needs all. the. things!) I also needed a bootcamp that offered an in-person option, as I tried several online "teach yourself to code" courses over a timeframe of several years and realized that I definitely needed a more structured experience in order to learn the curriculum. Ratings and reviews were also equally important, and, as it turned out, were probably my deciding factor. Finally, I needed a bootcamp program that would not cost a small fortune, and if financial help was needed, one that offered financial aid options. After going back and forth between several different bootcamp options, most specifically DigitalCrafts, Thinkful, and Hack Reactor, I chose to enroll in DigitalCrafts (Atlanta) Full Stack Flex Program for the April 2019 cohort. THE GOOD: My experience at DigitalCrafts was fantastic. I spent 26 weeks (Tuesday and Thursday nights, and Saturday mornings) with my fellow classmates learning all about HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Node.js, Express, Sequelize, PostgreSQL, React, and so much more. Our instructors, Lachlan H. and Aubrey R., were fantastic, and our DIRs (Directors in Residence) weren't so shabby either (HUGE SHOUT OUT to Ron C. and Jordan M. for giving so freely of their time, even when they weren't on the clock). Help was never more than one Slack chat away. My fellow classmates became like family to me, and we helped each other along the way, and even shared a few tears together when it was all over. Those 26 weeks of blood, sweat, tears, and "just one more line of code!" were all worth it. The career services offered by DigitalCrafts before and after graduation are second to none in the bootcamp industry. The career guidance counselors constantly provided us with resources, including mock interviews, resume reviews, and portfolio advice. THE NOT SO GOOD: If I could suggest a few improvements for DigitalCrafts' Full Stack Flex Program, it would be more data structure and algorithm lessons at the beginning of the JavaScript portion of the course, as well as more opportunities for "whiteboarding." And by "whiteboarding," I mean like the problem solving on a whiteboard one would expect to find during a job interview. In my post-bootcamp job interviews, I've had to attempt "whiteboarding", and didn't do so well. I know this isn't the sort of knowledge/skill that one can just pick up and run with without a lot of practice, but I feel that had DigitalCrafts provided more chances for the part-time students to gain experience with this, I might have been more confident going into my job interviews. (It is my understanding that the Immersive course students had a lot of additional opportunities to practice "whiteboarding," but that could just be based on an instructor's preference for providing that to his/her students).

I had been trying to learn how to code for a few years before deciding to enroll at DigitalCrafts and I’m so glad that I did. It’s one of the best decisions that I’ve ever made! I learned so many invaluable skills and lessons during my time at the bootcamp... Read More that I missed out on while learning to code on my own. The curriculum was challenging and the group work fostered an environment for collaborative learning and growth. Throughout the course, we did a lot of pair programming and were required to build projects in small teams. It was a great opportunity to work in teams, resolve conflicts and to learn to use git version control effectively.

You really only get out what you put. Expect to put in some serious time outside of class studying and coding. After all the blood, sweat, tears, and coffee…you will come out of the bootcamp with the knowledge and support to land your first coding job. You’ll also come away with some pretty great friends too!

My only regret is not taking the bootcamp earlier. I would definitely recommend DigitalCrafts to any friends looking to transition into a career in coding.

Attending digitalcrafts was the best decision I could have made. The flex program allows people like me who work full time still get the value of a coding bootcamp, without having to quit their job to do it. Their instructors are top notch, all of the... Read More staff is available to help with any need, and I could not have had a better experience.

I learned a fair amount from DigitalCrafts (not without a few extra work being put in outside the course). I do think I could have learned just as much by paying for a private tutor and teaching myself from other online resources. Overall I would recommend... Read More DigitalCrafts. It can provide some useful resources like how to build a resume and portfolio geared towards a programming field and helpful job opportunities.

DigitalCrafts is a great investments. I took the part-time full stack flex course on 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm every Monday to Wednesday plus Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. The class is small and a great learning environment. When I started the school I didn't... Read More know anything about JavaScript, React/Redux, and Node/Express now I'm building a functional websites.

-Tips,
Learn basic programming like loops, array, CRUD, and variable. This will help a lot.
Learn the basic of github.
Practice! Practice! Practice! Practice! You're not going learn by watching and being there. You have to Practice!

By far one of the best decisions I ever made was to attend DigitalCrafts. I was looking for a way to improve upon my coding skills with the hopes of growing as a software developer. The lessons taught with DigitalCrafts far exceeded my initial expectations.... Read More Not only do I feel more confident within my abilities, I’m even more sure now than ever that this is the right career choice for me. The instructors were incredibly knowledgeable, patient and always available for sake of course work clarifications. I attended the full stack evening flex-immersive to which gave me the ability to maintain my full-time daily obligations and study in between classes. The curriculum offered was quite thorough and proved to be exactly what’s needed in the face of current industry-based standards. Throughout the program, I looked forward to joining an incredible group of enthusiastic and helpful classmates that simply added extra benefits to the experience. What’s even more impressive is that the entire staff at DigitalCrafts always went above and beyond to be of assistance with any additional areas of concern.

The course is very fast paced. I will say that I had trouble in the beginning and doubted if I was able to finish it. It wasn't till half way through the course that I found the confidence to continue. I'm sure you hear negative reviews, that you can... Read More learn this on your own. Theres tons of free online tutorials. Which is true, and if your are a self learner, that can work out for you. But I've always excelled in a classroom environment, hearing a lecture and being shown an example. I've tried learning online, but there's only so much reading you can do before all the words start blurring together. Plus in a classroom, there are ppl to help give you a guiding hand or lead you to the right path for the solution. I have enjoyed my experience here at Digitalcrafts, its a very supportive environment. The teachers and aids are very knowledgeable, and if they don't have the answer, they can help you look in the right direction. Basically, you get what you put in. You give this course your all, you'll get the most of it. Its all about how much effort you put in. There has been so much growth in all of the members of the class that have made it through.

DigitalCrafts will prepare you to succeed as a web developer. You will learn so many relevant skills and technologies during the cohort. It will be challenging, it will be frustrating, it will be a long 16 weeks, but you will become so skilled after its... Read More over. I have witnessed students who wrote "Hello World" during the cohort become skilled developers and designers. This course works, plain and simple. Job support could be better, but the alumni network is very supportive. Where the career services falls short, the DigitalCrafts alumni will be there to pick up the slack.

As an educator (former Teacher and Middle School Assistant Principal) I was looking for a way to make a greater impact in the lives of students on a larger scale. I sought to acquire a set of skills that would allow me to be creative, engaging, and relevant... Read More in the edTech environment. I researched and visited programs in the Houston area, and DigitalCrafts was the best fit for me. The Immersive Program has great instructors and curriculum that aligned with my career goals. In a matter of weeks, I went from knowing little about coding to executing full FrontEnd development. Everything I learned in the program accompanies me in my entrepreneurial endeavors to build educational platforms. This was a great experience for me and was well worth the investment.