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About Lighthouse Labs

Location: Online

Lighthouse Labs was created in 2013 by a team of software developers with a passion for code, mentorship, and education. Our mission: to continuously find the best ways to train the next generation of developers and transform the way tech education is... Read More

Courses

Web Development Flex Program

Cost: $14,000
Duration: 30 weeks
Locations: Online
Course Description:

An immersive remote learning environment, this 30-week web development program leverages flexibility and convenience to improve accessibility. It gives you the fundamental knowledge, real-world experience, and critical soft skills you need to kickstart a rewarding career as a full-stack developer— but delivered in a format that accommodates your unique life circumstances.

What is Flex?
Flex programs follow the same curriculum, lectures, and assignments as bootcamps, the only difference is the delivery format; in this case, 30 weeks instead of a 12 week bootcamp. This type of program is well suited for those who need to keep working while studying, have substantial caregiver duties or other commitments that can’t be put on hold, and those who prefer a less concentrated learning experience.

What You'll Learn

● Front-end basics like JavaScript and HTML & CSS (including HTML5 and CSS3).
● Ruby on the Rails and Node.js to strengthen your frontend skills as well as developing backend development languages.
● Automated testing so you can deliver quality clean code that works and keeps working.
● Software architecture to understand how software components should be organized, from good database modeling to abstraction and well-encapsulated code & modular design.
● Computer science fundamentals so you can best understand the theory behind what makes computers and their programs work.
● Soft skills so you can communicate your ideas to technical and non-technical audiences and thrive on-the-job with other developers.

The Lighthouse Labs Advantage

Career Services

From developing career plans tailored to your goals to sharpening your interviewing skills, reviewing your resume, and helping you navigate complex job markets, our expert Career Services team is at your disposal. Even years after graduating, you can always rely on us for professional advice, support, and resources. Benefit from:

● Interview & resume prep
● Introductions & networking
● Employer outreach and matching

On-Demand Mentorship

If you’re stuck on a tricky assignment, you can count on our outstanding mentors to be there for you at the click of a button. As working industry professionals, our mentors are also key in building industry connections to support your future career success.

Proactive Student Support

You can expect daily and weekly check-ins from Student Success Coordinators to track your progress and support your student experience.

Accessible Education & Lifelong Learning

Since accessibility is not one-size-fits-all, we work with each student to develop personalized plans that support your individual needs. Plus, our program sets you up with the tools you need to be a lifelong effective, adaptive, and curious learner throughout your career. That’s why you also get lifelong access to our cutting-edge learning platform and curriculum.

Subjects:
CSS, HTML, Networking, Ruby on Rails, React.js, SQL, Node.js, JavaScript, Web Development

Lighthouse Labs Reviews

Average Ratings (All Programs)

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4.03/5 (119 reviews)

Anonymous
Software Developer | Graduated: 2019

10/6/2021

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Web Development Bootcamp

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"No real training, big money grab"

Took the web development boot camp in 2019. 85% of the class had a bachelors in Comp Sci already, and was just there for the job connections. Learning environment was extremely toxic, with absolutely nobody asking questions. This is an extremely discouraging... Read More

Anonymous
Graduated: 2018

5/7/2020

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Web Development Bootcamp

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"Rushed course that doesn't prepare you for the real world"

I did the full web development bootcamp in Victoria in 2018. It was a 10-week course at the time, but now I see they've increased the length, as they should. I struggled through much of the course but what is disappointing is I felt quite unsupported... Read More

Official Response from Lighthouse Labs

Good morning,

Thank you for leaving a review, and for enrolling with us at Lighthouse Labs in 2018. We appreciate and welcome all feedback, and we'll strive to be better based on your experience in Victoria.

Victoria is a satellite location of ours and... Read More

Our career services team is committed to helping alumni at all times post-Bootcamp to support you on your path to becoming a developer. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us at any time at hello@lighthouselabs.com. We'd be happy to support in any way we can.

Anonymous
Graduated: 2019

11/19/2019

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Web Development Bootcamp

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"Amazing staff and career support."

Pros
- Amazing career services. They truly want you to succeed and do everything in their power to bridge the gap between you and companies. Louisa and Lulwa are some of the most hard-working people I have ever encountered and I honestly would not have... Read More

Cons
- The React weeks were not good. It needs an overhaul and I honestly learned more from Udemy courses than those two weeks. I love React and it was painful to see how mismanaged that section was. I believe they are looking to do a revamping of the course though in the near future.

Overall, I would unreservedly recommend this bootcamp to anyone who is seriously committed to a career switch. Don't look at the 93% hiring rate and be enticed though; attending this bootcamp is not like flipping a coin and getting hired 93% of the time. This bootcamp gives you some serious resources to succeed, but ultimately it is up to the individual to forge their own path. I suggest that potential applicants try out a course on Udemy to see if they can handle the work before applying.

Anonymous
Graduated: 2019

11/15/2019

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Web Development Bootcamp

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"A community and experience that was priceless"

Unrelated engineering background -> Unrelated job -> 3 month boot camp -> Job right after graduation.

The community is what makes this bootcamp worth it 100%.
Being around 20 other people in the same situation with the drive and motivation to succeed 10-12... Read More

The staff are all absolutely fantastic and wonderful people! The instructors and mentors (as of mid late 2019) are all exceptionally talented individuals who are passionate about teaching and helping new devs! (Shout out to Vasily, Mikias, Zola and Will for being the best mentors!)

The react part of curriculum is okay but could use a little love. Would recommend students to take a cheap udemy course on react or something similar to supplement their learning.

All in all a crazy, hectic and amazing 3 months that I would recommend to anyone seriously considering a career switch.

Best,
Really happy and satisfied Lighthouse Alumni

Anonymous
Graduated: 2019

10/1/2019

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"Passable bootcamp, great people but weak job support - Do not recommend overall"

I came into the bootcamp with previous experience in Computer Science and some coding on the side. My main intent for joining Lighthouse was to learn more on Web Dev and find a job to switch industries.

The courses were alright but I feel that there should... Read More

The largest draw for me was the possibility to get introductions to companies hiring locally and this is where I felt the most let down by Lighthouse. I understand there was some staffing changes happening at that time but I feel like it was basically worthless. I ended up finding a position via another cohort member who referred it to me with the CEO at the company mentioning that Lighthouse had never presented me as one of the options available.

TLDR: Alright bootcamp, crappy job placement that feels like it might provide preferential treatment at the expense of some but some great people working there.

Official Response from Lighthouse Labs

Hi there,

Thanks for leaving us a review. We’re sorry you were disappointed by Career Services. Every student’s job search is important to us, and we prioritize making introductions to employers whenever appropriate. Remember, as an alumni you have access... Read More

Jen Yee
Graduated: 2016

9/30/2019

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"Great experience for someone looking for a career change"

I was looking for a career change from mechanical engineering to software. Lighthouse Labs gave me the tools to get hired and be productive immediately. There is also a good alumni network and support for post graduation. I think it's the best choice... Read More

Couragyn Chretien
Graduated: 2017

9/25/2019

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"Got us all jobs"

Good experience, LHL is pretty well respected in Victoria. Hard work, but you come out of it with a decent grasp on the material. I was one of the latest to get a job after ~3 months Job support was pretty weak. Got all my interviews myself. Was OK for... Read More

Anonymous
Graduated: 2017

8/22/2019

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"Toxic Environment - Do not recommend"

I would not walk back into this bootcamp if I were paid to. Their HR department(or lack thereof) handles personal situations extremely poorly. The teaching staff is exclusive and mostly uneducated in the field. You can tell they are getting developers... Read More

Anonymous
Developer | Graduated: 2019

7/22/2019

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Web Development Bootcamp

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"Great way to start your tech career."

I had little to no experience in coding prior to joining LHL but graduated with enough knowledge and experience to change the course of my career. I can now write my own full stack applications from scratch and have become more aware of what technologies... Read More

Official Response from Lighthouse Labs

Hi there, thanks for sharing your review. It's great to hear you're doing so well after Bootcamp and enjoyed the experience. Stay in touch and come back for alumni hours anytime.

Paul
IOS Developer | Graduated: 2017

7/18/2019

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"Hard but worth it"

When I first got into the iOS development bootcamp I found it extremely hard! But I stuck with it and dedicated minimum 12 hour days 6 day/week.

Official Response from Lighthouse Labs

Hi,

Thank you for sharing your experience. Wow, congratulations on sticking with it and completing Bootcamp! It can be intense but sounds like you persevered in the environment.

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