Software Engineering Career Track

Deciding factors for choosing Springboard:

After trying to map out my learning journey, I was very overwhelmed and decided a bootcamp would provide the structure I needed to have a well-rounded base education.
I knew I needed a bootcamp with flexibility.  Prior to joining, and throughout the course, I was working through the burn out of my previous career, and needed to also work on my personal and mental health.  The in person / virtual bootcamps I looked into had very demanding schedules, which I didn’t feel would allow me the time to absorb the information as well.  This was also confirmed after speaking with students in those programs.
Prior to my decision to join a bootcamp, I had been studying from Colt’s videos, and enjoyed his teaching style.
Having career support was a huge bonus, as this is something I knew I needed additional help with, and was not something I saw in other programs.
Having the job guarantee was a nice bonus safety net, and was something that would keep me accountable.

Other things to note after completing the course:

While completing assignments/projects on my own, my peers in other programs were completing similar projects as a team.  I think I learned more by completing the assignments on my own, but I do feel I missed out on the group work experience.  This being said, I think there were opportunities to fill this gap, if I participated more in the Slack community.  I lean more towards the introverted side, so I tended to prioritize learning on my own instead of being proactive in these conversations.
The Springboard Support staff (relating to all things outside the curriculum) was always very helpful and responsive.
The Career staff provided great support.  Being able to speak candidly with recruiting experts greatly boosted my confidence.  Also speaking with these experts reduced a lot of the informaiton overload from searching the internet.
Breaks and Pauses were extremely beneficial in allowing me to successfully complete the course.
In my experience I found the Peer Mentors in the Slack community to be more helpful than working with the on-demand mentors for assignment questions.

What I would change if I were to do it again:

Coming into the program with little experience I wish I had planned for the course to take the full 9+ months.  Many materials required additional research outside the course, multiple views of the videos, and additional time completing the exercises.
Participated more in the Slack community. 
Having 1:1 meetings with a mentor in the professional community (separate from the Peer mentors, and on-demand mentors) was a great learning opportunity, although I feel I did not utilize the experience enough.  Looking back, I wish I had spent more time developing this relationship and put more focus towards practicing technical interviews.

Springboard was a win for me. It’s a great price point, allows you to go at your own pace, and the layout of the curriculum forges a good path. The challenge is assignments are way difficult for executing a task you just learned. The career services feel watered down in comparison the the level of the coding but it’s still very helpful. 

I was looking for a bootcamp where I could learn JavaScript, Node, Python and React on a flexible and independent schedule and also have guidance and mentorship. The Springboard Career Track checked all those boxes and I am glad that I picked Springboard to study software engineering. I like Colt Steele's teaching style and the projects and assignments were super helpful in understanding the concepts and practicing the skills learnt. The curriculum is challenging but the TAs and my mentor were always there if I had any questions. The capstone projects are a great addition to my portfolio. I would certainly recommend it for anyone looking for a self-paced and comprehensive SWE bootcamp.

I've had a great experience at Springboard. From the start you are assigned a mentor who is with you along the journey and is there for any form of help you may need. The curriculum is quite heavy but the way it is planned out makes it easier to digest. With all the help you have by your side, with your mentor, on-demand mentors, coaches and even their support team, it is like a big family trying to help you succeed. I would definitely recommend Springboard for people that would like to have a career as a Software Engineer. 

I recently completed Springboard's Software Engineering Career Track and it was a fantastic experience. What I loved most about it was the flexibility it offered. I could work on the coursework on my own time. The program provided a lot of resources, like videos and exercises, to help me learn new technologies. I also had weekly coaching calls with an experienced engineer, who gave me valuable guidance and support. The four portfolio projects were a unique feature and helped me create a tangible portfolio that I could show to potential employers. One downside was that the program is fully remote, so building relationships with classmates was up to me. However, the support from the Student Advisors and Career Team was exceptional, and I never felt alone or lost when I needed help. I highly recommend Springboard's Software Engineering Career Track to anyone looking to pursue a career in software engineering. It's well-structured, flexible, and provides ample resources and support to ensure your success.

I signed up for this bootcamp back in 2020 and there was virtually no help just a 30 min mentor call each week and the tutors are no help because when you ask them too many questions or need a Zoom call so they can go over or demonstrate something that's not something they offer. I need hand holding for the first Month or two so I can get comfortable and understand the concepts and be able to code on my own but instead I was left by myself and was unable to finish the projects and work which ultimately lead me having no choice but to drop out and owe a massive loan. Unless you already know how to code pretty well from front-end to back-end then I personally don't recommend this bootcamp. You're better off taking a Software Engineering course on Udemy. Lastly, this course doesn't provide any internship or professional experience and relies on you networking to find a job. Networking alone can only do so much as real world experience will be needed when it's time to interview. I've seen a lot of SpringBoard graduates on LinkedIn without jobs or it taking forever for them to find a job. There are so many cheaper and better software engineering courses out there that provide a greater value. 

I will recommend Springboard.com's Software Engineering Career Track to anyone interested in doing an SE bootcamp.  It is a fully remote experience, and you pick the times you want to complete your coursework (which was GREAT for someone like me who worked from home full-time while pursuing this career change).  That said, the support from the Student Advisors, Career Team, my personal 1-on-1 mentor, and the Slack channel with my fellow students was unparalleled.  I never felt 'alone' or that I was stuck and struggling with a concept with no help or direction.  The topics were relevant to today's Software Engineering, and I feel like I absolutely got my money's worth (and then some).  I am looking forward to the post-graduation job search support as I finally transition from my previous career into Software Engineering.

Reasons I chose Springboard over other bootcamps is due to the structured curriculum, community, and the mentorship. It really prepared me for a lot of hands on projects and there was a lot of accountability involved. The career coach calls were extremely beneficial, but I believe the mentorship is the star of the show because it's hard finding that outside of the course or overall career transition.

The biggest advantages of this course for me when I was selecting a bootcamp to enroll in was the fact that it's self-paced and you're also able to complete it remotely. With a course and topic that is so dense with information, the ability to work on it on my own time allowed me to better retain information at my own pace along with not burning me out. In my case, I was a full-time student so I typically studied at least 25-30 hours per week so that I could complete the course as soon as possible to allow me a good chunk of time to study data structures and algorithms to prepare for job interviews. Another positive of this course is that Colt Steele is the instructor and his style of teaching is very easy to follow and understand. A con of this course is that because it's a remote bootcamp that is self paced, you're not really in touch with your cohort unless you're constantly interacting in the Slack. This is something that is a bit lacking as relationships within the course are up to you to build and you could really end up working through the whole course with just conversing with your assigned mentor. 

After finishing the course I can say with confidence it was 100% worth it. I went in very new to the software engineering field but I’m coming at with so much knowledge. I know this program is a little longer than most… Which is exactly why I picked this one. I want to learn the most and best stuff possible not rush through a 2 month course! Very worth the investment.

I attended the Springboard’s Software Engineering Career Track in 2022. They have a very comprehensive curriculum. You learn some valuable knowledge about web development and software engineering mindset in a relatively short time period. I recommend it for everyone who wants to become a software engineer. They also offer job-guarantee which I didn’t have to use bc I got an offer even before finishing the course!

Springboard had all the important topics that many jobs are looking for. The lecture videos showed a lot of details and step by step instructions on how to go about it. The only cons were that some lectures were outdated and needed to be updated with current standards.

I would definitely recommend Springboard to my friends and anyone who is trying to find the right BootCamp. The mentors, advisors, and career coaches are all phenomenal and try their hardest to help you get to where you want to be. You will be amazed with what you can learn by the end of the course. It is an intense course, especially if you do not have coding background, but if you are dedicated, you can be a complete beginner and do well. Only thing I wish was better was the TA system. The TAs can be inconsistent in their desire to assist you. It seems like some of them do not want to be there because there were many times when instead of assisting and helping me or pointing me in the right direction, they seemed to try and avoid the question and not really show any initiative in trying to answer it. Other than that, the course as a whole was awesome and Colt does a great job at breaking down the topics of software engineering. 

My experience with Springboard has been phenomenal. Springboard provides very heavy learning from basic computer knowledge to advance such as Python and Node. With 4 in-depth projects, I was able to learn and research on the coding languages that I've always wanted to. Additionally, Springboard provides a mentor that great knowledge in the field and with tremendous help on projects and questions.  I would definitely recommend Springboard for people that would like to have a career as a Software Engineer.

Overall I can say that I am really happy with my great choice about the Springboard bootcamp! They are always above and beyond with students. Springboard is helpful with any problem and issues if you have, life situation, and have great student support. Specially if you a mommy and pregnant the same time, you still have all chances to finish your study, I started to this course with 1 years old baby and 6 month pregnant with second child, and my way was longest then usual people have but not everyone can be like me and the greatest support came from Springboard, even I would say it is the best bootcamp in the world! Just be sure about your desire and don’t be ashamed to ask for help if you need it. Springboard has awesome mentors, and their students community as well. I got my Springboard Software Engineering Career Track Certification with still two babies on my both hands. Thank you very much  Springboard team!

I like the fact that this Bootcamp taught two languages. It gives me more confidence to pick up new programming tools. It was also great to work with my mentor. It made a huge difference to work with someone who is patient and strict at the same time. I improved a lot. 

I had an amazing time at Springboard! The learning curriculum is up-to-date, the instructor is a fantastic teacher, mentors are highly knowledgeable and students are given a lot of time - if they need it - to practice what they are being taught. Students are not being played false with the job guarantee and they are given all the information required to study and pass their 4 mock interviews to secure the job guarantee!

My experience with Springboard was very strong. I am a recent graduate of the Software Engineering Career Track. This program focuses on full-stack web development and will guide the student to a strong understanding of in-demand software engineering skills that are found in a high percentage of job listings.One-on-one mentoring was one of the most important features for me. I was matched with a mentor that I met with weekly (virtually) who reviewed all of my work, answered questions, made corrections and suggestions, as well as pointed me to additional resources, and guided me on my path. In addition to my personal mentor’s code reviews and instruction, I was given the opportunity to have other mentors give me code reviews of some of the larger curriculum projects which were valuable for getting additional perspectives and becoming comfortable with code reviews in general. The video lectures are put together well and come with study notes. There are many project assignments that are thoughtfully put together and challenging. The capstone projects have become features in my portfolio.There is a series of mock interviews that you prepare for and must pass that is an invaluable experience: Behavioral,  Project code walk-through, Technical, and whiteboard. This process is very helpful to the interview processThe career services and support are top-notch. Throughout the course, there are career modules to work on so that upon graduation the student is ready to begin the job search that includes resume and cover letter building, networking, and LinkedIn optimization. Post graduation you work with a career coach for 6 months (with available free extensions) to guide you on your job search, prepare you for behavioral interviews, teach you to use the many online resources available, help with job offer negotiations, etc.There is a job guarantee which offers tuition reimbursement if a job is not secured in 6 months and the graduate stays compliant with standards of job search requirements.

I am reviewing the Software Engineering Career Track. The only thing I would recommend about this program is the job guarantee. Curriculum teaches Python, which is a great language for devOps and data science, but this is a limiting option for software engineers. There are many more jobs for those who know C# and Java. In addition, the experience with my mentor was disappointing and there wasn't enough of a social aspect to the bootcamp. After awhile, I also found myself fatigued by the sheer number of videos I had to watch. They should break it up with some text here and there, but they don't really consider this from a user experience standpoint.

I had a terrific experience with Springboard. Main features for me: Job guarantee, great mentorship program, up to date curriculum. If you're able to work completely self paced and have the time each week to put forth some effort, this program might be for you.