I went to a coding bootcamp recently. These are the reasons why I went and considerations I took when deciding to go.
There are many reasons why someone should (or should not) go to a coding bootcamp, if they want to break into tech. It’s ultimately dependent upon their situation, but here are some reasons why someone should go.
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1. They didn’t have chance to study software / They wanted to try something new
- not everyone gets a chance to go to college
- not everyone gets a chance to study software in school
- It’s a reasonable way to make a change (regarding time / monetary costs)
2. They want to learn in demand skills
- how much one gets paid generally reflects how much their skills are worth
- job security is arguably a lot better in an industry where the skill is in demand
3. If they enjoy software (make sure to try it out first)
- software can be fun, but it’s not for everyone
- try it out on a platform (like FreeCodeCamp) for a few weeks, see if you enjoy it
4. They enjoy learning new things
- this is an industry where every day you have to continuously learn!
- learning on the fly is an important and transferable skill
5. They can sustain themselves for up to 12 months after the bootcamp
- it can take up to a year to get a job after the coding bootcamp
- make sure they have a fallback plan in case they run out of money
Are you considering going to a coding bootcamp? If so, make sure you do your due diligence, not all are created equally. What considerations are you taking into account when trying to decide?
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