How to Learn Ruby - 52 Bootcamps to Get You Started

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By: The SwitchUp Team
Last Updated: January 10, 2020

Designed in Japan, Ruby is a general-purpose programming language that’s unique because it was designed to make programming fun. Featuring a syntax that reads a lot like English, Ruby is thought to be one of the most beginner-friendly programming languages, and new coders see results quickly when working with it. Since Ruby is a high-level language, it takes fewer lines of code to accomplish tasks with it; however, Ruby is slower and more resource-intensive than other options (e.g., Java). Ruby applications are also more difficult to maintain.

Ruby is most often used by web developers, usually in conjunction with the full-stack web framework Ruby on Rails. Web development as a whole is a growing field, and the job market is projected to increase by 13 percent between 2018 and 2028—much faster than the 5 percent projected growth rate across all occupations. The median salary for web developers in the U.S. is $70,000.

There are many bootcamps available for people interested in Ruby and web development. Some are for beginners, and others are intended for people with some experience. Below is a list of those, paired with information about course materials and student reviews of each course’s quality.

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Locations: Online, Portland, Seattle
Courses: C# and React, C# and React (Part-Time), Intro to Programming (part-time evening), +1 More
Subjects: .NET, Angular, AngularJS, ASP.NET, ASP.NET MVC +26 More
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Epicodus is a coding bootcamp that focuses on collaboration and inclusivity. Students work together in pairs and teams almost every day, and a diversity, equity, and inclusion approach is a core part of the program design. Epicodus offers part- and full-time courses online and in-person in Portland, Oregon, and Seattle, Washington. Students learn everything they need to know to get a job as a web developer by learning Ruby, Rails and React or C#, .NET...
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Locations: Online
Courses: Cyber Security Bootcamp, Cyber Security Flex Program, Data Analytics Bootcamp, +8 More
Subjects: AJAX, AngularJS, Apache, API, Blockchain +29 More
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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 delivered. Since 2013, we have introduced over 40,000 Canadians to the practice of coding and launched over 2,700 graduates into careers as professional developers. With the support of a brilliant team of instructors...
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Locations: Online, Chicago
Courses: DevOps Cloud Engineering, Full-Stack Software Engineering: Evenings & Weekends, Full-Stack Software Engineering: Immersive
Subjects: AWS, Django, Git, JavaScript, Python +3 More
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Code Platoon is a 501(c)3 non-profit that helps veterans and military spouses transition into the civilian workforce by providing technical training and career placement. Students can participate in the training program through a 14 week full time, immersive bootcamp or through a 28 week evening and weekend option. The curriculum at Code Platoon is designed to immerse the students in learning the full web development stack, including Python, Django, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. The Python...
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Locations: Miami
Courses: Digital Marketing, Front End Web Development, Full Stack Web Development, +1 More
Subjects: CSS, Digital Marketing, Front-End Web Development, HTML, JavaScript +9 More
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No prior programming experience is necessary for students training at Wyncode. Its 10-week, on-site immersive programs teach budding coders key industry skills. Wyncode helps graduates maneuver through today's job market and works with a comprehensive hiring network to connect them with jobs.
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Locations: Boston
Courses: 18-Week On-Campus JavaScript Immersive Bootcamp
Subjects: Algorithms, API, Back-End Web Development, CSS, Git +10 More
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Launch Academy's three-month, full-stack developer program begins with pre-work and concludes with a career networking day which allows students to display completed projects to potential employers. Launch Academy also offers scholarship assistance for underrepresented students attending its Boston campus.

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Locations: Kuala Lumpur, Singapore
Courses: Full-Stack Web Development Bootcamp, Front-End Web Development Bootcamp (Full-Time), Front-End Web Development Remote (Part-time)
Subjects: Algorithms, CSS, Digital Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Git +9 More

NEXT Academy is a tech school in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, that offers 10-week full-stack web development bootcamps (job guaranteed), 2 week full-time/8 week remote front-end web development courses and 12-week remote digital marketing courses.

NEXT Academy was founded by self-taught programmer and bootcamp graduate, Josh Teng. In 2014, the academy partnered with Malaysian Global Innovation & Creative Centre (MaGIC), a Malaysian government agency jointly officiated by U.S. President Barack Obama, Prime Minister of Malaysia Najib...

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Locations: Online
Courses: Cyber Security, Data Science, Full Stack Web Development Program
Subjects: .NET, AngularJS, C#, CSS, Cyber Security +13 More
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WOZ U is education, reprogrammed. Inspired by Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple Computer, WOZ U specializes in technology and career-based programs designed to get people into the workforce quickly and affordably. Woz U is passionate about inspiring the next generation of innovators and developing the workforce of the future.

Led by higher education experts, students learn the skills necessary to take flight within the technology industry and receive a certificate of completion upon graduation. Woz...

Locations: Online, Bucharest, Krakow, Madrid, Pristina, Vienna +1 More
Courses: Automatic Tester, Java Developer, JavaScript Developer, +2 More
Subjects: .NET, Back-End Web Development, C#, Java, JavaScript +8 More

Ready for a change? Here's how you can get into IT, having yet no experience at all. Understanding what paths are available for you can help you navigate your first steps as you begin your career in IT. Not sure where to start? Coders Lab is here to help you! Coders Lab, established in 2013 in Poland, is the biggest coding bootcamp in Central Europe with over 8,000 graduates. Our teaching experience and the proprietary...
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Locations: San Diego
Courses: Full-time JavaScript, Jumpstart
Subjects: CSS, Express.js, Git, Github, HTML +8 More
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LEARN Academy is a full stack web development bootcamp in San Diego, CA. LEARN Academy teaches Javascript and React for front-end and Ruby on Rails for back-end development. Graduates will also be fluent in HTML and CSS, core programming essentials, and gain practical application development experience. LEARN emphasizes Test Driven Development and Behavior Driven Development, Git and Source Control, GitHub, Code Reviews, Collaboration, Pair Programming, and APIs. In addition, you’ll have one week dedicated to...
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Locations: Online
Courses: Codecademy Pro, Codecademy Pro INTENSIVE, Pro Intensive: Introduction to Data Analysis
Subjects: Algorithms, API, CSS, Data Science, Data Structures +8 More
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45 million students have walked through Codecademy​'s virtual doors. The online academy has a large course catalog and offers free classes. Access enhanced content through Codecademy Pro, a subscription-based program, and ​Codecademy Pro Intensive, a one-time payment option.

Best Bootcamps received an average 3.89 of 5 based on 8388 reviews.

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