Springboard

Pros:
- Organized, easy-to-follow curriculum with project feedback: Coming from an iOS background, I knew little about web development and only had a vague understanding of databases, servers, and APIs. The curriculum covered a lot of this in depth and... Read More the mini graded projects gave me the opportunity to put into practice what I learned. The projects were also graded with feedback so I knew that they were reviewed by more experienced software engineers.
- Guidance from mentor: My mentor was there with me for the entire journey through the bootcamp. He helped me relate concepts to real-world situations so that I could better grasp how they worked, and he was there to clear up any confusion I had.
- Personalized feedback from career coaches: Having so many professional career coaches review my resume, LinkedIn, and networking strategies gave me confidence that I have all the necessary job search materials to succeed.

Cons
- A little on the expensive side, they do offer flexible payment plans.
- Took 9 months and 800+ intense hours, so it is a commitment. Looking big picture, this is a really short time to learn web development and full stack technologies in depth.

Springboard provided great course work, an engaged mentorship, and had an advising team second to none. The ability to see the progress I was making real-time was important for me. Mentor who was willing to go the extra mile to provide a deep and richer... Read More learning experience.

SpringBoard had a lot to offer on paper, and receives favorable reviews when compared to other online-education options. I had the opportunity, so I took a chance on it.

And then my father died.

I suddenly found my entire world turned upside down with less... Read More time and more responsibilities shortly after starting the SpringBoard boot camp. I just couldn't do it all. I was feeling overwhelmed, crushed, and despairing.

I reached out to their support team to complain about something I just couldn't get to work and received a phone call soon after (it was within 24 hours, if not the same day). The representative could not have been more supportive. They granted me an extra month of time, found me a mentor that would better suit my needs and schedule, and were overall very considerate and positive despite what I had been through.

The pressure was off and I could breathe again.

I had to work hard in order to get through everything on time, but I did it.

The two best things that will always stand out to me are the practical work with a professional mentor and their extraordinary support team. I could probably have gone online elsewhere and found what I needed for a lot less, but the practical experience and having someone to talk to (my mentor, not just the support team) made all the difference in the world!

No, the whole program was not perfect; there were dead reference links, and it was hard to find how to get help sometimes, but it was definitely a great experience over all.

I signed up for Springboard's Data Science program and it was definitely the best career-related decision I've made in many years. I've had an interest in Data Science and AI-related topics for a while, but was never quite sure how I would go about preparing... Read More myself for the field. I had taken some smaller individual courses, which helped, but I felt I need more.

Springboard emerged as the best all-around solution for me. Their bootcamp is compact and dense (suggested 6-7 months), but trainees have the option to proceed at their own pace. The flexibility is invaluable, especially for folks who are working full-time and have other obligations. The curriculum was awesome and one of the strongest reasons for me in choosing this program. It covered so much - Data Science Method, Python programming, Data Visualization, Statistics, Machine Learning and AI, Big Data, etc. It also provided a ton of hands-on experience which really helped to build confidence in the material. All along the way, I was helped by the Springboard staff who were simply amazing! From my first call (an assessment of my suitability for the program) to my invaluable weekly mentor calls, career coaching calls, to my course completion emails and discussion, they have always been knowledgeable, super positive and done all they can to support my progress. I cannot recommend Springboard enough!

This program was great and taught me a lot. There was always support throughout the program. I loved the mentor that I was matched with. Springboard really have support that will push you to your limits and see the potential in you to aim for the best.... Read More Best decision I ever made.

This school not only provided me with the foundation and clarity within, but also an inspired passion for CyberSecurity. The program is a true investment in knowledge and one that pays lifelong dividends. I recommend this course to anyone who is looking... Read More to get into the tech industry.

I am transitioning from software engineering to data science as someone who has a PhD in psychology and quant science. I rather enjoyed Springboard, as the curriculum was sequential and learning was built in a manner that made sense. The course material... Read More was great and my mentor was wonderful.

There are people that communicate with you throughout, program services, career services, student advising, and they are all very kind and sweet. They were helpful and really moved things along when I could not find my technical coach to do a mock coding session for my job guarantee.

I don’t know how the job guarantee will be since I just graduated and have only had 1 meeting with my coach. She seems knowledgable with great energy. Let’s see how this goes.

The career coaches that you are required to meet with to go over your LinkedIn and resume are pretty helpful and very sweet as well.

You get what you put into this program in terms of learning and as with any program, there’s the administrative stuff you have to complete. It was not a big deal and it was nice to interact with a human being.

I went through another bootcamp and that felt soul breaking in comparison. This bootcamp was a breath of fresh air, honestly. Springboard gives you the content and you just need to learn it and follow all the rules they set forth if you want the job guarantee. If you treat them well (email them nicely), they will treat you extremely well.

Looking forward to them helping me get a job!

I had a fantastic experience completing the Springboard Software Engineering Bootcamp. The curriculum was comprehensive, hands-on, and up to date with current industry standards. I appreciated how the program balanced theory with real-world projects,... Read More allowing me to build a solid portfolio and gain practical experience in full-stack development.

One of the biggest highlights was the personalized mentorship. My mentor provided invaluable guidance, consistent feedback, and support throughout the program, which made a huge difference in my learning journey. The career coaching sessions were also incredibly helpful in preparing for the job search, from resume reviews to mock interviews.

Overall, Springboard gave me the skills and confidence to transition into tech, and I’m grateful for the structure, resources, and support it provided. I highly recommend it to anyone serious about breaking into software engineering.

I had a fantastic experience completing the Springboard Software Engineering Bootcamp. The curriculum was comprehensive, hands-on, and up to date with current industry standards. I appreciated how the program balanced theory with real-world projects,... Read More allowing me to build a solid portfolio and gain practical experience in full-stack development.

One of the biggest highlights was the personalized mentorship. My mentor provided invaluable guidance, consistent feedback, and support throughout the program, which made a huge difference in my learning journey. The career coaching sessions were also incredibly helpful in preparing for the job search, from resume reviews to mock interviews.

Overall, Springboard gave me the skills and confidence to transition into tech, and I’m grateful for the structure, resources, and support it provided. I highly recommend it to anyone serious about breaking into software engineering.