Ironhack

In life nothing happens by chance!
Fate allowed me to participate and win the scholarship to join Ironhack Paris:-)
A real opportunity, me who absolutely wanted to convert to UX-UI Design... after 8 years in communication, I wanted to acquire new skills... Read More and launch a new career! Ironhack Paris was the "real experience" that changed my life! Indeed, I just got a CDI in a great StartUp :-)

The bootcamp was really great on all levels: atmospheres, classes, teachers, case studies, speakers... It was super intense, it took a lot of personal investment but it was really worth it! I laughed a lot, cried, exchanged, shared and drank beers on this magnificent rooftop with a view of the Effeil Tower!

After the last major presentation for the final project, after graduation, it was necessary to find work. Ironhack helps you and supports you in this job search preparation: resume, pitch, portfolio and many other tips... then it's up to you!

I didn't want to believe it until I got the job of my dreams but finally after 3 months, I found it:-) So what can I say if it is not a big and immense thank you to the whole Ironhack Paris team!!!! I will never forget this experience and invite you to live it too if you feel like it!

When I started the program I really had no expectations but as we moved forward I was really surprised by the level of excellence Ironhack provides through the material and instructors. Not only that but after the program is completed they have an excellent... Read More support system to help you find a job. If you are looking for a career change or start a new one I really cannot think of a better place to go. I highly recommend Ironhack!

I was a solid skeptic coming into the course and, of course, wanted that "bang for my buck", but I could not have been happier with my experience. In short, I achieved every goal I had coming into the course and I got an even richer experience coming... Read More out of it. The bootcamp helped me solidify my UX/UI skills & interests while giving me the platform (and confidence) to pursue UX/UI design in a more than successful manner. Most importantly, the culture that they provided (from admin to instructors to TA) was an invaluable asset to the entire experience. I thought some reviews were corny when they mentioned a "family-like vibe" before I entered the course, but no joke, it organically came about that way and was the magic to the whole thing. I've met some truly special people and developed meaningful connections.

I felt a little lost in what I wanted to do before I came in to the course (having exhausted all kind of jobs in all kinds of industries) and always felt stuck in my potential, but the bootcamp changed my life and gave me back my confidence in my personal & professional skills while giving me the networks & resources needed to really pursue a career and not just a job. It was intense, but so worth every penny & minute spent. Also keep in mind that the course is here to help you, NOT do it all for you. This is an important read: bit.ly/ironhackuxui

Pros:
- Instructor (X1000): Nevan made the entire difference because of his experience & character. The material was so digestible and interesting. His direction & guidance was priceless.
- Teacher assistants: telling of the course & instructor to have these individuals as the TA. They were relatable, but still way more knowledgeable to help us along the way
- constant events: Ironhack constantly holds professional events, grabbing the industry and its networks in through the doors. The topics are always relevant & networking it great
- material & projects: what can I say? I'm super proud to have the projects on my portfolio and have received delightful feedback from industry professionals on the scope of the project
- tuition well spent (investing back in the students): You're always going to feel like you're spending a lot on whichever bootcamp you sign up for, but I always felt like I got more than what I expected. They often will have events that have free snacks & beverages (free filtered water!!!) for the students and you can tell that part of the tuition is really kept for the students
- friendly atmosphere: any staff member is always helpful & cheery. It was never stiff walking into the office or talking to at admin staff
- location: you're in the center of the tech neighborhoods (10 min walk away from the tech hub in BCN) and in the middle of really great coffee shops

Cons:
- some students got lazy towards the end which was a bit distracting but not really Ironhack's fault
- can't think of anything else

The course was a very intense but rewarding experience. Not only did I learn a lot of new things that I had the oppotunity to put into practice by building three fun projects, but Ironhack also plans and makes events that allows you to get to know people... Read More outside classes.

La experiencia en Ironhack ha sido realmente buena, tanto a nivel personal como profesional. La implicación tanto de profesores como del staff es muy elevada, se nota que les preocupa cómo te sientes durante todo el bootcamp.
La dureza e intensidad del... Read More curso se ve compensada con todas las actividades que se realizan dentro del campus.
Me lo he pasado genial y he aprendido muchísimo!

I studied Business Administration at university (and specialized in Digital Marketing). After spending my last 2 years working, I decided to make a change in my working life. As I was working with web design, I wanted to go a step further and be able... Read More to develop my own projects.

Ironhack has given me the opportunity to learn web development in a fast and efficient way. It was two months of hard work, with many hours spent between lines of code. My life has given the turn I needed and I highly recommend it to everyone who wants to learn and improve!!

This bootcamp have prepared me to start working as a UX Designer. In two months I've learn so much, they really give you the resources and methodologies that will allow you to stand as professional User Experience Designer. There's no miracles, so you... Read More as a student will have to make a great effort, but this will give you great satisfaction back. You alternate between team work and individual projects. Since day one your are encourage to be autonomous but is a very strong support every time you need it. They train you from the discovery to the delivery, so you end up developing complex design process individually.

They assume you are doing this to go and work after, so career services have a big part on the schedule. You are creating your portfolio and learning how to present yourself in the job market. Really recommended, if you are thinking about it don't think it twice. I've get a job a month after through the hiring fair that is organized after the Bootcamp.

> This is important (and varies depending the cohort), I've attend the following bootcamp:
UX/UI Bootcamp @Ironhack Barcelona / Aug - Oct 2018
Director: Adria Baques
Program Manager: Irene De Mas
Curriculum Associate: Sofía Dalponte
Teacher: Nevan Scott
TA's: Leighton Bloomfield, Diego Zito and Elise Mateu

> You can have a look at the projects I've develop during the bootcamp here: alecamp.com
> Write me if you have further questions: alejandra@alecamp.com