The long-smeared coding bootcamps get a lousy reputation as if they were courses offered by snake-oil sellers. But, truth be told, bootcamps do work!

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For all their bad rep, bootcamps actually work. Bootcamps teach how to code and bring that knowledge to the workplace. The median age for bootcamp students is 31, and, according to data, most have a Bachelor’s degree. 79% of bootcamp attendees got a job 180 days after finishing their course.

The Ugly Truth About Coding Bootcamps

Coding bootcamps harness your experience — and your age

It’ll help you narrow down what “programming” means

Episode 1: ‘You’re gonna have nightmares’

Episode 2: ‘Shitloads of stuff to learn’

Episode 3: ‘Great Pitch, Shit Website’ (The Final Projects)

There’s nothing ugly about bootcamps, just like any path you take it takes dedication and patiences. You can do this! ☝️💯

TL;DR It’s a clickbait title, the article is positive.

You can be for or against bootcamps but I do see the upside of the very practical learning. The documentary seems interesting, will save that for tonight with some popcorn! 😛

I know here in Germany if you are unemployed or get laid off the government will basically cover the cost of the BootCamp. Which is a huge opportunity if you’ve been thinking about a career change.