Interview Kickstart
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Interview Kickstart is a part-time, 12-15 week online career advancement platform that helps tech professionals nail technical interviews at FAANG (Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Google) and Tier-1 companies. Interview Kickstart is dedicated to helping tech and product professionals secure their dream jobs with top tech companies. Since 2014, they have trained over 20,000 tech professionals to succeed in the toughest interviews at FAANG companies.
The courses at Interview Kickstart are designed by FAANG tech leads and taught by FAANG instructors. They cover 18 tech and product domains, including Machine Learning, Data Science, System Design, and Software development. Interview Kickstart also offers specialized training for career transitions to rapidly growing AI-related tech fields. With a team of 600 seasoned FAANG+ professionals, their instructors provide real-world guidance to help professionals achieve their career goals.
To enroll in any Interview Kickstart program, attend their pre-enrollment webinar held daily (except Saturday). During the webinar, prospective students will learn about courses and the market landscape. After attending, a program advisor will connect with prospective students to assist with the admission process.
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AnonymousStudentDec 16, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/Afriendly and efficient support for data science program
Interview kickstart provided efficient support for me during my job searching process. The data science class materials were well prepared and covered most of the technical questions for interviews. The technical support was effiecient. All my technical/support tickets were resolved in 24 hours. In addition, the data science group sessions provided opportunities for students to meet with experienced data scientists in industry and discussed topics and concerns for job searching and inter...Interview kickstart provided efficient support for me during my job searching process. The data science class materials were well prepared and covered most of the technical questions for interviews. The technical support was effiecient. All my technical/support tickets were resolved in 24 hours. In addition, the data science group sessions provided opportunities for students to meet with experienced data scientists in industry and discussed topics and concerns for job searching and interviews, which is helpful.- AnonymousApplicant • Backend Engineering Interview Preparation • San JoseOct 24, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Interview kickstart experience
Found material and course was engaging and got needed help from operators team for any of my queries. Until now I am satisfied with the curriculum and the instructors have deep knowledge on the topic. - AnonymousApplicantOct 23, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
There is a lot of content, and the amount is very overwhelming.
I started Interview Kickstart in August 2023 cohort, and I paid $4000 for the course. There is a lot of content, and the amount is very overwhelming. In order to be ready for the live classes, they encourage you to complete each (5) weeks pre-course work by watching videos, taking quizes, and solving practices problems. It took an entire day to complete each weeks pre-course work. I was rushed to complete each weeks pre-coursework. How much can you learn, if you’re being rush...I started Interview Kickstart in August 2023 cohort, and I paid $4000 for the course. There is a lot of content, and the amount is very overwhelming. In order to be ready for the live classes, they encourage you to complete each (5) weeks pre-course work by watching videos, taking quizes, and solving practices problems. It took an entire day to complete each weeks pre-course work. I was rushed to complete each weeks pre-coursework. How much can you learn, if you’re being rushed?
Week one was fine, we have all seen sorting algorithms. I even had most of those algorithms already. After the second week, everything went downhill. I could not have completed, and I did not complete a single algorithm on my own. I am totally dependent on CHATGPT. I could not have done this course without CHATGPT. The AI is not perfect. I had to manage it a little, but then I figured out if I cut and paste the entire question, I could get the solution. I also wrote a jailbreak, so it would give clearer and cleaner solutions.
After five weeks, I am not able to solve a single algorithm on my own. The live classes consist of endless puedo-code, and they do not solve a single algorithm in the class. You will only see peudo-code. It is mind dumbing. The live classes take place on Sunday, and they last about 5 or 6 hours.
I did not enjoy the live classes.
After the five week course, they also do mock interview, resumes, 1 on 1 assistance, etc… I cannot solve anything. I don’t want to participate in anything else when I cannot solve anything. What good is a mock interview?
I am not satisfied with the course. The do have instructors who work at well know companies, and this does not make them good teachers. If a 12 year old kid can teach me algorithms, I would pay him $4000.
Currently, I started with Zero to Mastery, and this is exactly what I wanted. They break everything down much better, and I am seeing and hearing things I have not seen or heard.
I suggest you sign up with Zero to Mastery, and it’s only $42/month. They also have lifetime and annual options.
- AnonymousPrincipal Engineering Manager • ApplicantOct 15, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
TPM Pathways - One of the best result oriented program for Tech prep, out there
One of the best focus and result oriented course out there . The sessions and materials are upto the point. The support is something that makes the already an excellent course even a better experience . They are willing to go that extra mile for helping out the candidate. Really appreciate the promptness in providing the required support.
- AnonymousManager • ApplicantOct 15, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
InterviewKickstart Bootcamp TPM
InterviewKickstart offers a fantastic blend of Technical, Domain & Behavioral interventions that strengthens your foundation and rounds off your experience. The program is deep , well structured and boosts on the job performance. The delivery is very accessible with ample support for one on one doubts and queries. They are highly responsive for any kind of issues. The instructors not just carry deep knowledge but are very interactive. - AnonymousStudent • Student • San JoseOct 07, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Switch Up Experience
All the sunday classes are going over 6+ hours and rushing it complete. Some of the concepts covered are difficult to digest and definitely needs more time, when we brought that with support, we got response that "We are working on it" that's it. Not covering all the basic concepts to understand the topic well. They just cover what is needed at bare minimum. 140+ slides to be covered in 4 hrs with over 95 students makes it wague and boring.
The abil...All the sunday classes are going over 6+ hours and rushing it complete. Some of the concepts covered are difficult to digest and definitely needs more time, when we brought that with support, we got response that "We are working on it" that's it. Not covering all the basic concepts to understand the topic well. They just cover what is needed at bare minimum. 140+ slides to be covered in 4 hrs with over 95 students makes it wague and boring.
The ability to explain to someone with no knowledge on the subject is an art. BEING a teacher and WORKING as a teacher are two extremely different aspects. Pretty sure most of the instructors are PHD's earning half a million/year. But the same concepts I can understand effectively from my favourite teacher in youtube free videos.
This course is supposedly designed for people with no experience but it is not true, cheap marketing! Why would they put 95+ students in 1 class. Very difficult to follow and wasted my money. Quantity over quality. - AnonymousApplicant • Backend Engineering Interview Preparation • San JoseSep 25, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Amazing experience
It was a great experience to go through a program where you gain in-depth insight from working professionals along with learning crucial techniques to crack software interviews. The material covered was great and very relative. The focus is more on being a better engineer and about the process to get there and can be applied to the current job or future job. The instructors were very knowledgable and very helpful. - AnonymousStudent • Technical Program Manager Interview course • San JoseSep 21, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
IK Best TPM uplevel service provider
IK's curriculum for the TPM program is excellent and easy to follow. Their trainers/faculty members are experts in their fields. This curriculum is greatly helping me achieve my career goal. - AnonymousGraduate • Data Science Interview Preparation • San JoseSep 14, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Organized way to cover the fundamentals
Really enjoyed this course as it covered the fundamentals but also challenged you in the problem sets. It was very easy to reach out and get help both from the support team and the instructors! - AnonymousGraduate • Machine Learning Interview Preparation • San JoseSep 06, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Ik class is well structured
I took the ML specialization course. It was well structured, what helped me the most were the technical coaching sessions where I could get help with regards to coding questions and mock interviews helped me a lot as well. For ML system design, would have liked review of more questions.
- AnonymousGraduate • Machine Learning Interview Preparation • San JoseSep 06, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
It was well structured
I took the ML specialization course. It was well structured, what helped me the most were the technical coaching sessions where I could get help with regards to coding questions and mock interviews helped me a lot as well. For ML system design, would have liked review of more questions. - AnonymousApplicant • Data Engineering Interview Preparation • San JoseAug 30, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data Engineering Interview Course
I attended Data Engineering Interview Course
Pros
1. Trainers from FAANG companies
2. Covered all required topics for interview prep
3. Completed course on time
4. I recommend this for serious interview prep folks
Cons:
1. Obviously expensive
2. Not for freshers or beginners, Need to have some experience to go through complex classes
- AnonymousStudent • Technical Program Manager Interview course • San JoseAug 20, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great support
I just started, and the content seems very useful so far. The Support team they have is top-notch. I wanted to push my start date and they quickly helped me with that request on last-minute notification before my first class start. It's very much appreciated. - AnonymousApplicant • Engineering Manager Interview Preparation • San JoseAug 18, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Comprehensive Interview Preparation Program - A Remarkable Investment.
Absolutely worth it! This program covers all the essential aspects of interview preparation comprehensively. The foundational videos and live classes on algorithms and system design have greatly strengthened my core concepts, and the instructors are impressively current with industry trends.
What's unique is the disciplined approach that ensures no gaps in knowledge. The "Notions" workbook for behavioral questions is a standout feature, providing a distinct edge.
Success here ...
Absolutely worth it! This program covers all the essential aspects of interview preparation comprehensively. The foundational videos and live classes on algorithms and system design have greatly strengthened my core concepts, and the instructors are impressively current with industry trends.
What's unique is the disciplined approach that ensures no gaps in knowledge. The "Notions" workbook for behavioral questions is a standout feature, providing a distinct edge.
Success here is tied to effort, and the behavioral instructors are real industry experts, offering invaluable insights.
Kudos to the prompt and efficient Operations team too! Overall, this interview kickstart program is a remarkable investment. It's boosted my confidence and equipped me exceptionally well.
Highly recommended! - AnonymousGraduateAug 18, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Review for masterclass
This course provided me with structured learning for interview preparation. It has all the ingredients that were missing when I was preparing for the interview on my own. First of all, the course material is extensive yet focused on interview preparation, and the teachers are very skilled and patient. Mock interviews provide crucial feedback during the coursework. My only word of caution is that this is not a magical solution, and this course requires a serious and consistent time commit...This course provided me with structured learning for interview preparation. It has all the ingredients that were missing when I was preparing for the interview on my own. First of all, the course material is extensive yet focused on interview preparation, and the teachers are very skilled and patient. Mock interviews provide crucial feedback during the coursework. My only word of caution is that this is not a magical solution, and this course requires a serious and consistent time commitment. I benefited from this course once, so I am retaking it to up-leve my career again - AnonymousStudent • Master Class (Default) Interview Course • San JoseAug 17, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
One of the best training program for FAANG+ interviews!
The training course materials are awesome. Instructors are very knowledgeable. The problems assigned in the course are very challenging and interesting and very much aligned to the industry ask. The Thursday problem solving classes are very helpful. And finally the support staffs are very very helpful. I would highly recommend to take the IK courses for your next level of career uplevel. - AnonymousGraduate • Backend Engineering Interview Preparation • San JoseAug 17, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Backend Engineering Interview Course
The fundamental material they provide in their courses are exactly the same if you have gone through CS or related major. However on top of that they provide things university don’t teach, such as offer negotiations, effective ways to attract recruiters etc. And having mock interviews is also very helpful to track down what mistakes you have made in the past.
- AnonymousApplicantAug 10, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Comprehensive database of interview content
Great interview content. Its the one-stop-shop for every topic you need to know for an interview. Overwhelming content, but the content is neatly categorized as "foundational videos", "live classes & recordings" and "additional resources". Instructors are great and recorded classes available from other instructors as well. Specifically recommend it for content from Omkar Deshpande. I got good at recursion and dynamic programming, cause of Omkar's videos. - AnonymousStudent • Embedded Software Engineering Interview Preparation • San JoseJun 05, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Very Helpful Support Team
Very helpful support team that is understanding of student circumstances! Always responds promptly when I reach out to them. I am glad I got the opportunity to work with them.
- AnonymousEngineering Manager • ApplicantMay 17, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Intense, Transformative, Comprehensive, Supportive, Empowering
I recently had the opportunity to enroll in Interview Kickstart's interview preparation program, and I must say it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to enhance their technical interviewing skills and land top-tier job offers. From the moment I joined, the team at Interview Kickstart provided exceptional support and guidance. The instructors were not only highly knowledgeable but also deeply invested in the success of eac...I recently had the opportunity to enroll in Interview Kickstart's interview preparation program, and I must say it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to enhance their technical interviewing skills and land top-tier job offers. From the moment I joined, the team at Interview Kickstart provided exceptional support and guidance. The instructors were not only highly knowledgeable but also deeply invested in the success of each student. Their expertise in technical concepts and interview strategies was invaluable. The curriculum was well-structured and comprehensive, covering a wide range of topics including data structures, algorithms, system design, and behavioral interview preparation. The program's emphasis on real-world problem-solving and hands-on practice helped me gain confidence and improve my problem-solving abilities. One aspect that truly sets Interview Kickstart apart is their interview practice sessions and mock interviews. The personalized feedback and constructive criticism I received during these sessions were instrumental in honing my interview skills. The mock interviews simulated real interview scenarios, preparing me for the challenging and dynamic nature of technical interviews. The support didn't end with the program completion. Interview Kickstart offers ongoing mentorship and alumni support, providing access to valuable resources, networking opportunities, and job search guidance. The community of fellow learners and alumni is incredibly supportive and motivating. Overall, my experience with Interview Kickstart exceeded my expectations. Thanks to their comprehensive curriculum, dedicated instructors, and tailored guidance, I felt well-prepared and confident in my technical interviews. If you're serious about advancing your technical interviewing skills and achieving career growth, I highly recommend Interview Kickstart. Their program is worth every penny and will undoubtedly propel you towards interview success.
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Interview Kickstart Alumni Reviews Summary
Based on 250+ Interview Kickstart alumni reviews on Course Report, positive feedback for the program centers on the detailed curriculum and effective preparation for technical interviews at top companies. One review praises the program, stating, "I gained way more in confidence and technical skill than the cost of the course." A contrasting view, however, points out that while the support team is exceptional, some of the technical prep materials could be improved.
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FAQs
How much does Interview Kickstart cost?
Interview Kickstart costs around $199.
What courses does Interview Kickstart teach?
Interview Kickstart offers courses like Ace your Mock Interview, Advanced Data Science Course, Advanced Machine Learning Course, Advanced MLOps Course and 20 more.
Where does Interview Kickstart have campuses?
Interview Kickstart teaches students Online in a remote classroom.
Is Interview Kickstart worth it?
Interview Kickstart hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 341 Interview Kickstart alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Interview Kickstart on Course Report - you should start there!
Is Interview Kickstart legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 341 Interview Kickstart alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Interview Kickstart and rate their overall experience a 4.76 out of 5.
Does Interview Kickstart offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Yes, Course Report is excited to offer an exclusive Interview Kickstart scholarship for $500 off tuition!
Can I read Interview Kickstart reviews?
You can read 341 reviews of Interview Kickstart on Course Report! Interview Kickstart alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Interview Kickstart and rate their overall experience a 4.76 out of 5.
Is Interview Kickstart accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. Interview Kickstart doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.