Software Development

Program Overview

This comprehensive program provides hands-on training in full-stack software development, covering programming fundamentals, front-end and back-end development, and full-stack integration. Expert instructors guide students through projects and exercises, while unlimited career support ensures job placement success. The program culminates in a capstone project where students build a functioning web application.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Unit 1: Programming Fundamentals
• Learn the basics of programming with JavaScript
• Work with programmer tools such as terminals, command-lines, GitHub, text editors, and referencing documentation
• Focus on functions, data-structures, program organization, and bi-weekly projects
• Unit 2: Front-End Software Development
• Build websites and applications using HTML/CSS and JavaScript
• Create basic websites
• Apply DOM scripting with vanilla JavaScript
• Retrieve data from third-party sources using the browser fetch API
• Understand how AJAX allows for powerful integration with other services
• Use a front-end library such as React.js to create modular component based applications
• Unit 3: Back-End Software Development
• Teach software development concepts and practices used in the industry
• Build back-end servers and APIs which send data to browsers
• Use Express.js for the server layer and MongoDB for the database
• Understand how data is generated and sent to a client for presentation to the user
• Unit 4: Full-Stack Software Development
• Integrate the front-end and back-end of a web application
• Think on multiple levels at the same time
• Apply what you have learned to the construction of an application that sends data from one user to another, in real-time
• Capstone Project
• Build, think, and work on a complete project
• Develop a project with a team of peers

Teaching:

• Expert 1:1 Guidance
• Expert instructors guide learning
• Opportunity to ask questions, collaborate with others, and have a personalized learning experience
• Hands-On Experience
• Work alongside peers to build real technology
• Teaching through projects and exercises rather than textbooks
• Results Driven
• Track learning outcomes and student job placement to measure the effectiveness of programs and support learners in achieving career goals

Careers:

• Unlimited Career Support Until You Land a Job
• 1-on-1 career coaching and live workshops
• 1-on-1 Coaching
• Advanced software engineering professionals provide actionable steps for resume and LinkedIn skills, as well as interviewing strategies
• Job Search Strategy
• Experienced career counselors provide individual assistance in finding a job that intersects interests and skillset
• Networking
• Connect with a new cohort of peers, attend networking events, and meet mentors to make the next career step possible