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Actualize

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Actualize is an online software engineering bootcamp focused on both full stack web development and AI engineering, the skills for building software on top of large language models. Instructors with professional educational experience teach students relevant technologies, including Python, FastAPI, Ruby, Rails, JavaScript, ReactJS, LLM APIs (from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Hugging Face), and LlamaIndex. Students learn core AI engineering techniques such as retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), evaluation frameworks (evals), AI agents, and LLM observability tools.

The Online Live classes are conducted in real time with video conferencing. Actualize integrates a “Job Hacking” curriculum focused on personal branding and networking — skills they view as equally essential as technical training.

To apply, students can submit an application via the website and then interview with an admissions advisor. There are no coding challenges, but students must complete 5 weeks of prework before the live training starts.

After the program, students can continue to work with the career advisors to help with the job search process.

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  • Clifton
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    AI + Fullstack Engineering • Online
    May 20, 2022
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    Actualize Graduate

    I chose Actualize because of the emphasis on supporting graduates trying to find a job. It was definitely the best education experience I have had and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to become a software developer without getting a CS degree. 
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  • Erwin M
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    Graduate • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Online
    May 20, 2022
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    Great experience from begging to end

    When I decided to attend Actualize the cohort was about to begin in a week. The people at Actualize were very helpful with setting me up in a short amount of time I had, being on top of E-mails and making sure I have everything I needed. The class portion was amazing. I learned so much and built confidence with working on code. A very stress free and supportive environment made my learning experience relaxing but informative. The instructor was amazing, very clear and made sure what we l...
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  • Adiel W
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    Graduate • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Online
    May 19, 2022
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    Good Choice.

    I choose Actualize because I have a relative who attended and was successful in find a wonderful software developer job. It was a great experience and really challenged me. I recommend this bootcamp to anyone who is willing to devote their time and energies to it. 
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  • Joseph
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    AI + Fullstack Engineering • Online
    Dec 23, 2021
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    Great Experience

    Just spent the last 3 months of bootcamp with 5 weeks of self-taught lessons prior with homework due weekly. The self-taught portion gave exposure to coding, but not all of the same methods were used as in the class (e.g. different ways to approach loops) which was confusing. Having finished, and currently looking for a job, there are recommended job hacking sessions even after the program is done which is nice. Overall, we touched on a little bit of a lot, which deep focuses on ruby on ...
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  • Drew
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    Student • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Online
    Dec 23, 2021
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    Great bootcamp with great support

    I went into bootcamp with little knowledge and little confidence with my ability to learn code, let alone make a job transition. I've since found the confidence to begin the job search and I'm amazed everyday at how much coding I've learned. The instructors and job support councelors really do care and give their all to support students - they've been there every step of the way whether it was coding, building a resume or applying/interviewing at jobs. This bootcamp was also very cogniza...
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  • James
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    Student • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Online
    Aug 26, 2021
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    Overall a great experience

    I chose Actualize because they offered more live instruction hours compared with other bootcamps where a lot of the work done in your own time or watching recorded videos. I also really liked that they have an emphasis on having instructors that are great programmers but also understand how to teach the material. 
    After going through the program, I can say that my experience was that those assumptions really came out to be true and I had a great experience. Every part of the curriculu...
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  • Andrew
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    Student • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Online
    Jul 16, 2021
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    recent grad

    I just graduated from the Actualize coding bootcamp and was fortunate to have Dani Zaghian as an instructor. I have a masters degree and have taught for a number of years, and I would say that Dani is the best educator I've seen. She is incredibly thoughtful and organized, she presents an unbelievable amount of information over a short 3 months in a concise and efficient manner. She's tough but fair and was, I believe, a real inspiration for our entire cohort. It's a testament to the ver...
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  • Ashley
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    Student • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Online
    Jul 16, 2021
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    Exceeded my expectations!

    Dani was my instructor and she was amazing! I chose actualize as it was live on zoom (which held me accountable) and also during the day rather than at nights/weekends as many other bootcamps are. The 12 weeks flew by, and I truly feel like i learned SO much in such a short period. Everyone in my class was awesome, and the TA's (David, Mackenzie, & Winston) were all super helpful and patient. Lisa the Career counselor has been super helpful every step of the way and I am sure will co...
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  • Benjamin Dickson
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    Graduate • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Chicago
    Jul 16, 2021
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    This course is pretty fantastic. The concept of teaching how to learn is rare and valuable. I wish that there was more of a split time between learning backend (ruby), and front end (vuejs). I think there is more of a focus on ruby, and I wish it wouldve been a bit more equal footing from one to another. More time in CSS and HTML would've been nice as well considering we only had one day of lectures dedicated to those languages. Overall though, it was a great course and I would recommend...
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  • Yitzy
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    Graduate • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Online
    May 06, 2021
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    Great Experience

    I chose Actualize because of their 1. Stress on having real teachers give over the material. 2. Their night classes allowed me to continue on with my full-time job (although I feel one really does need to  practice outside of class). The experience starts off as “pre-work” which are the first five weeks of the course you will be watching prerecorded videos of Jay, the founder and CEO of Actualize teaching the fundamentals of programing. While a bit challenging these...
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  • Tzip
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    Graduate • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Online
    Jan 15, 2021
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    AMAZING!

    I entered Actualize completely new to programming and right from the very start I feel like they made all the information super clear and easy to follow along. They also are super helpful with continuous learning, alway supplying the documents you would need to delve deeper into specific concept. I found the instructors and staff all super accommodating and very helpful and motivating. I truly feel like I'm their top priority!
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  • Eduardo Gutierrez
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    Production Manager • Student • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Chicago
    Jan 14, 2021
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    Full Stack Web Development

    The whole experience was great! Our instructor Brian Rice was a fantastic teacher and personable individual with exceptional dad jokes. I feel very prepared and ready to learn and take on any technical challenge I set before myself. A couple of criticisms that might help. 1. The 5 week pre-work phase could use a few days of working with an instructor to help with the introduction to theses concepts. I felt very much in doubt of myself and my capacity to learn when it was just me and a te...
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  • Neal Conway
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    Student • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Chicago
    May 22, 2020
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    A very helpful and informative class. I learned a lot about coding and working as a coder. The instructors were very helpful and friendly.
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  • Pol Subanajouy
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    Student • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Chicago
    May 22, 2020
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    Very happy with Actualize

    I'm very happy with Actualize. The instructors and staff were very personable. I am also very pleased with the depth of job support that is integrated into the curriculum and continues on after the 12 week program until a job is secured by the student. Very thorough.
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  • Mr. Stark
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    Keto BHB Canada • Graduate • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Chicago
    Mar 30, 2020
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  • keela
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    Graduate • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Online
    Jan 24, 2020
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    Review

    What made Actualize stand out to me from other bootcamps were all the great reviews I read.

    My experience at Actualize was really great. I decided to join a bootcamp because I felt I needed more structure. I definitely learned way more in the few months of this bootcamp, than I learned trying to self-teach myself for over a year. Brian was an awesome instructor and always available to help when I needed it.

    I would recommend Actualize to anyone who is a complete beginne...

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  • Simon
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    Graduate • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Chicago
    Dec 10, 2019
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    Class content was quality

    Actualize taught quality content, with an excellent (one of the best I've ever had) instructor in Josh. The first month was incredibly basic, and the last month was just working on a project, so considering the price you are really paying for a 2 month course. Just be aware of that.
    I simply can NOT recommend them. I took out a loan through the school which ended up being predatory loan with outrageous rates and an unforgiving payment plan. Considering it was so difficult to find a jo...

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  • Tori
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    Nov 20, 2019
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    The essential first step to keeping up with the changing job market.

    I came to Actualize with a background that had nothing to do with tech. In college two years ago I was taught Fortran as a necessary computer science course. While I am sure there are many great CS degrees out there I wasn't about to go back to college for another four years so wanting to be a part of the tech industry, I found Actualize. 
    I had done some basic coding walkthroughs before taking the course for almost a year and while that helped in my understanding of the course I wish...

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  • Matt Wenc
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    Graduate • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Chicago
    Nov 15, 2019
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    Very pleased with my experience

    First and foremost, I'd like to commend the teaching, job support, ad administrative staff on their dedication to making sure students succeed. They are all genuinely invested in making Actualize a successful platform for turning individuals with minimal or no coding experience into developers with the skillset to succeed in an entry-level developer position. In terms of content, the curriculum is predominantly focused on back-end technologies, particularly Rails. Please be advised of this...

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  • Fiona
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    Graduate • AI + Fullstack Engineering • Chicago
    Sep 05, 2019
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    Great Learning Experience

    The structure of this bootcamp is not your typical class. The curriculum is fast-paced and dense. Always follow the two-week rule to review concepts you learn each day. I had no coding experience coming into this bootcamp. I feel solidly prepared to tackle new coding languages and technologies now that I've been trained to Think Like an Engineer. Take a leap of faith and join this bootcamp if you want explore a growing and challenging, but rewarding industry.

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How much does Actualize cost?

Actualize costs around $16,900.

What courses does Actualize teach?

Actualize offers courses like AI + Fullstack Engineering.

Where does Actualize have campuses?

Actualize teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Is Actualize worth it?

Actualize hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 612 Actualize alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Actualize on Course Report - you should start there!

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