Springboard Coding Bootcamp Review - Is It Worth It?

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Alex Lee

Alex Lee

Күн бұрын

$1,000 OFF ANY Springboard Tech Bootcamps with my code ALEXLEE. See if you qualify for the JOB GUARANTEE! 👉 bit.ly/3HX970h
In this video, I review the Springboard Software Engineering Bootcamp (AKA Springboard Coding Bootcamp), however, this will apply to all other bootcamps they offer as well. This review is based on my 2-week experience with the bootcamp, mentorship call, and student interview as well as my background and unique experience in the tech industry.
Here is a full list of all Springboard courses currently being offered:
UI/UX Design Bootcamp
UX Design Bootcamp
Introduction to Design
Data Analytics Bootcamp
Introduction to Data Analytics
Data Science Bootcamp
ML Engineering Bootcamp
Data Engineering Bootcamp
Data Science Prep
Software Engineering (Coding) Bootcamp
Software Engineering Prep
Cybersecurity Bootcamp
Tech Sales Bootcamp
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:45 Overview
7:02 Two Week Experience
10:18 Lesson Preview
12:24 Mentorship Call
15:44 Conclusion
I have worked in the tech industry for over 5 years, have a Computer Science Degree from NC State College of Engineering, have been a mentor/mentee, and have experience teaching on KZfaq.
Hopefully, my experience, thoughts, and opinions on Springboard can help you make an informed decision on whether to enroll. Spots are limited, so if you are ready, make sure you apply as soon as possible because they accept qualified applicants on a first-come-first-served basis.
MAKE SURE YOU RESEARCH OTHER OPTIONS such as other bootcamps, universities or self-learning. Everybody learns differently so you should pick the one that works best for you!
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Disclosure: The Springboard link provided is linked to my affiliate account & supports the channel.
I hope you enjoyed this Springboard Bootcamp Review!
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Alex Lee

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@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee Жыл бұрын
$1000 OFF ANY Springboard Tech Bootcamps with my code ALEXLEE. See if you qualify for the JOB GUARANTEE! 👉 bit.ly/3HX970h
@hhh1200
@hhh1200 Жыл бұрын
what is a good prep course before entering into a computer science program. I already have a BS/BA in the sciences.
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee Жыл бұрын
@@hhh1200I think it depends on the computer science program you're going to join. You could honestly look at your program's curriculum, and just take free/cheap courses online that cover those topics for a couple months before your program to start getting used to the ideas. If you want to join the Springboard Software Engineering Bootcamp, I would recommend their Software Engineering Prep Course because the topics align very well with their curriculum.
@d33boldyr
@d33boldyr Жыл бұрын
Hey Alex! I appreciate your review, and I’m considering taking the Software Engineering track. Do you know when your promo code expires?
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee Жыл бұрын
@@d33boldyr As far as I know, my promo code should last a while (indefinitely?), I think it's safe to say you can take your time to decide and my $1,000 promo code should still be here. I have already had several people start their Software Engineering Track with my code as well, so I'm glad I can help you with the discount if you decide on Springboard!
@Nicksparks-nb3qp
@Nicksparks-nb3qp Жыл бұрын
Scam
@Nizon
@Nizon Жыл бұрын
I am a current Springboard student (About 75% done with the Software Engineering course). My experience with them is positive and negative. Ill try to give the most TLDR version of my current experience. I do think it is worth the money for those looking for a new trade/career. Your mentor and access to the slack channel are great resources for you. You also have 1 on 1 with other mentors for more in-depth questions. The course does a great job of structuring out what to learn( HTML > JavaScript > Python > React etc) and they are the only bootcamp I found to cover Data Structures and Algorithms. You also get to do exercises to basically apply what you learn from the videos you watch. The support you get from the student advisors are also very helpful to understand how you are doing and what options you will have...ill explain this at the end. The down side, I went in with a part time track, these tracks are completely up to you as you are given weekly goals to track your progress. I found that even on a part time schedule(roughly 20 hours a week devoted) you will find that you put in a lot of hours and would only complete 50~60% of the weekly goal which makes part time learning unrealistic. I will also say that in some parts of the curriculum the exercises seem to be way more advance than what you just learned. Ill use a mechanic as an analogy...you just learned how to change the oil, now replace the transmission (hope you get what I mean here). You will also develop a lot of Imposter Syndrome as you are struggling with absorbing what you learned and complete your weekly goal(the points based on your progress). There are some times the slack seems to be very unactive especially on weekends so if you are stuck trying to plow through your points on the weekend, you will most likely have to figure it out or wait till Monday(when the weekly points reset). As the video mentioned, it is based on you and the bootcamp environment does not really support part-time or short time growth. I started about a year ago and had lost a job, lost a family members and had to struggle with some mental problems. Springboard did not see me as some customer, they understood my struggles and can provide extensions, t hey give you breaks and anything they can to help. The best part of Springboard to me is, once you are done with them, you still have access to the curriculum! You lose your mentor but if you find yourself trying to understand the hooks, syntax, or anything, you can go back and watch the video! I would encourage you to try to do the most affordable route, which would be to pay them straight up and avoid interest rates(i.e. 1 time payment of 10k vs monthly payment totaling 16k) and DO NOT go into this thinking you can get far with 20~30 hours a week. you will be "off track" so you will need to truly devote every time you have. This wasn't very TLDR...apologies.
@remitheoccultist8091
@remitheoccultist8091 Жыл бұрын
Did you feel like you understood everything in their curriculum or did you have to supplement learning with other resources outside of springboard? I'm curious in attending but im worried. I did read that if you do do the job guarantee track that you have to meet strict criteria basically you have to do well in the mock interviews to get the job guarantee track other wise you will not get the job guarantee. I find that a bit harsh.
@Nizon
@Nizon Жыл бұрын
@@remitheoccultist8091 there were some moments I would look up something outside SB. Sometimes I needed a bit more explanation on certain concepts like classes and the "this" or "super" meaning or useEffect for react. The job guarantee is def for those who are a natural for coding and may not be for anyone. They do offer career coaching which can help you gain confidence in applying.
@sesensfanifnawif
@sesensfanifnawif 10 ай бұрын
hey, was wondering if you finished the bootcamp. And if you did, did you get a job?
@Darryldlowe
@Darryldlowe 8 ай бұрын
So did it help you get an interview?
@R4v3nousJapanese-lo8wr
@R4v3nousJapanese-lo8wr 4 ай бұрын
Did you get a job?
@copaceticobserver
@copaceticobserver Жыл бұрын
Yo Alex! You helped me out in my java college classes! Thank you!
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I’m glad I helped you out :))
@thatguywatchingyou9549
@thatguywatchingyou9549 Жыл бұрын
you the goat fr, been binging your videos for the last week or so because i had a test today, only needed 40% to pass and i smashed it and im sure i got atleast 80% of the marks and its all because of your vids.
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee Жыл бұрын
Ayye congrats!!!
@christianfischer9971
@christianfischer9971 Ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing! I was accepted today for the Software Engineering path. My employer is covering the cost.
@s.f.575
@s.f.575 Ай бұрын
I just applied with my employer’s educational program. Hoping I get accepted!
@aniketjoshi1610
@aniketjoshi1610 Жыл бұрын
Hey ! You've got a new Subscriber. You're videos are very helpful, thank you!
@edurobalino2053
@edurobalino2053 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your take on springboard I Feel more confident in committing to their software engineer course you the goat 💪🏼👍🏼
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee 6 ай бұрын
Best of luck! As with any course it will be hard work, but it'll definitely be worth it!
@BensDevJourney
@BensDevJourney Жыл бұрын
Great video Alex. I wish I had known about bootcamps before I started my CS degree!
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee Жыл бұрын
you still won't regret your CS degree :) especially if you're in your late teens/early 20s, I had a great college experience even though the material was really tough. But yes, bootcamps can help start your career faster
@chasehern2184
@chasehern2184 Жыл бұрын
Nice video Alex! By any chance , would you consider making a video on threads!!
@RC-rg3vz
@RC-rg3vz Жыл бұрын
Thank you . Im learning to code because I want to create my own apps. 3 video game ideas right now and 1 i dont want to state yet
@shadow6161
@shadow6161 Жыл бұрын
hello Alex can you find more bootcamps which are online and offers various subjects , if yes then please make a videos on it.
@Sijo2
@Sijo2 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. I now feel a little more confidence going to a online bootcamp
@WolfIonGaming
@WolfIonGaming Жыл бұрын
Just got a approved for the Cybersecurity career track program! Glad i found your videos definitely was helpful to hear from someone else experience!
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee Жыл бұрын
Congratulations!! That is absolutely amazing, Cybersecurity is very hot right now. I have friends who work in cybersecurity, they get paid very well and have skills that are highly transferable :) I'm so excited for you and good luck!
@WolfIonGaming
@WolfIonGaming Жыл бұрын
@@alexlorenlee Thank you! Glad to know I am on the right career path!
@jobimonono904
@jobimonono904 11 ай бұрын
Yo bro please answer 🙏🙏. How is it going please be completely honest because I am thinking of joining if you don’t mind please give a in depth review 🙏🙏
@trabucks
@trabucks 8 ай бұрын
Update?
@24686298
@24686298 4 ай бұрын
How was the experience? 🥹
@tysonelliot2591
@tysonelliot2591 Жыл бұрын
wake up baby , alex posted!
@aniketjoshi1610
@aniketjoshi1610 Жыл бұрын
How long does it take to a complete beginner in JAVA to get a JOB?
@FEJAYACHANDRANK
@FEJAYACHANDRANK Жыл бұрын
Can you teach Java backend like jdbc concepts
@Zero-2A
@Zero-2A Жыл бұрын
I like bootcamps but man they are so expensive
@SurviveWithSully
@SurviveWithSully Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! I'm currently a college student and want to know your opinion on the curre t AI trend that's going on. Would you syill recommend this career path to newcomers especially with how AI is progressing?
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee Жыл бұрын
Hey, I would absolutely still recommend learning AI for newcomers. It’s more relevant than ever before and will continue to be in high demand in my opinion
@sunnyahmed5935
@sunnyahmed5935 8 ай бұрын
may non us learner get remote job after doing any bootcamp from SpringBoard ?
@Hunterhoneypackglazer1
@Hunterhoneypackglazer1 Жыл бұрын
This is actually super cool. Did you reach out to the company first, or they to you? Thanks for all the java videos
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee Жыл бұрын
I reached out to them!
@funDAYsmiling
@funDAYsmiling Жыл бұрын
my family uses a “springboard” for easy-peazy Hypnosis (even on ourselves, on the reg lol…).
@dazduque2393
@dazduque2393 Жыл бұрын
Alex, I recently purchased your course. I completed the IDE setup and got through several modules. However, now, I can’t seem to log into the course website. I sent you an email asking for assistance but my message was returned as undelivered. Pls advise what email address to reach you, or new site if your course website changed.
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee Жыл бұрын
Hey Dante, I'm so sorry about that. I was doing some backend work on my website and just recently got my email back up and working. I am working on the webpage right now.
@Sijo2
@Sijo2 8 ай бұрын
Hi, Alex. Is Springboard coding self paced, watching videos or is it taught by a teacher/instructor???
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee 8 ай бұрын
Hi, Springboard is self-paced but they show you exactly what videos/resources/projects to do in order. They are recorded by an instructor, Colt Steele in the Software Engineering Bootcamp. There is a lot of time commitment involved, so just know that going into it.
@Sijo2
@Sijo2 8 ай бұрын
@@alexlorenlee Thank you for the informaition
@Hinksmn
@Hinksmn 2 ай бұрын
20k for a bootcamp I might asw pay a college tuition
@cybermats2004
@cybermats2004 Жыл бұрын
Can I get for free
@duongta4308
@duongta4308 Жыл бұрын
Can i get for free
@JustThink2000
@JustThink2000 7 ай бұрын
My boyfriend went to springboard but he said the way the curriculum is set up, its easy to cheat and many of the students struggling with the work cheated with previous work and curriculum.
@Anonymous-gu1bt
@Anonymous-gu1bt 2 ай бұрын
Can you explain this a little more clearly?
@cyberspacemanmike
@cyberspacemanmike 9 ай бұрын
It looks like Springboard, where I did my cybersecurity bootcamp, reversed my job guarantee refund (which was weeks late BTW). I used it to pay off loans and CC debt, and the reversal likely cost me hundreds in overdraft fees and interest payments. I'll have a full review of the bootcamp on my channel soon. #dontusespringboard
@user-pq4oo6of4r
@user-pq4oo6of4r 6 ай бұрын
where is it
@Joss-Lyn
@Joss-Lyn 6 ай бұрын
Have you posted the review yet
@cyberspacemanmike
@cyberspacemanmike 6 ай бұрын
@@user-pq4oo6of4r sry not yet. I've been sick lately. It will probably be my second to next video in a few weeks.
@cyberspacemanmike
@cyberspacemanmike 6 ай бұрын
@@Joss-Lyn sry not yet. I've been sick lately. It will probably be my second to next video in a few weeks.
@MapleJokerRofl
@MapleJokerRofl Жыл бұрын
2023.. Job Guarantee.. Get out of heaaaa!! This is garbo imo..
@jamestaylor954
@jamestaylor954 Жыл бұрын
How you know? Always one person talking ish and don’t have a clue so stfu!
@RajSingh-mm3ej
@RajSingh-mm3ej Жыл бұрын
Mai Ras k liye aya tha😂
@riccardoatwork5291
@riccardoatwork5291 7 ай бұрын
how dumb can it be, doing a "review" of a bootcamp that you did not take? And that you did not take as a typical student? ps> the "job guarantee" is valid only for those student who pass a series of interviews and projects, so only for those that the bootcamp estimates will actually get a job. Brilliant "guarantee". It s like offering a 3-years repair guarantee that is valid only for those products who after 2 years and a half pass a stress test to assess that they are still in pristine condition.
@artemussarjev
@artemussarjev Жыл бұрын
Why is he so outrageously attractive?
@jsviolet
@jsviolet Жыл бұрын
You're always the best at explaining everything 🪻💜
@alexlorenlee
@alexlorenlee Жыл бұрын
thanks so much :)) always happy to help!
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