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Codesmith

Average Rating4.89
588 Reviews
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Codesmith is a coding school redefining the way software engineering is taught. Codesmith offers full-time (13-week) and part-time (38-week) remote software engineering immersive programs as well as a full-time NYC Onsite program. Codesmith focuses on concepts and technologies such as full-stack JavaScript, computer science, machine learning, Dev Ops, React, and more. The immersives are advanced residencies designed to help individuals launch meaningful, high-level careers in software engineering. 

The Codesmith admissions process involves a written application with optional coding questions, a nontechnical interview, and a technical interview. Codesmith offers a number of free resources for preparing for the admissions process including in-person and online coding workshops, a 2-week online prep course (CS Prep), and an online JavaScript learning platform (CSX).

Codesmith offers extensive career support that guides residents through resume development, interview strategies, salary negotiation, and more. Residents receive career support for life whether they are on their first job search, second job search, or beyond. Plus, the supportive Codesmith community encourages learners to tackle unique and unfamiliar problems, important when preparing for the ever-changing tech landscape. As shared in the most recent CIRR outcomes reports (Jan-June, 2022), more than 80% of Codesmith graduates were employed in the field within 6 months of graduating. Across all full-time immersive programs during this period the median salary for Codesmith graduates was $127,500. The median salary for part-time remote immersive graduates was $137,000.

When it comes to tuition, Codesmith payment options include upfront payments, monthly installments, and financing through Ascent Funding, Codesmith’s loan partner. In addition, eligible students can apply for several different scholarship options at Codesmith.

Codesmith also offers a two-day JavaScript for Beginners online course, as well as CS Prep, a 2-week program offered online and designed to prepare you for Codesmith’s Software Engineering Immersives. Further, you can join their free CSX learning platform and attend any of Codesmith’s free weekly workshops to learn more about its programs and build software engineering fundamentals. 

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  • Patrick Divine
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Software Engineering Immersive Program • Los Angeles
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    May 14, 2017
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    Codesmith is about people. People and code.

    Codesmith is about people. People and code.

     

    Before Joining Codesmith

    In mid-2016, I found myself in the middle of coding hell. I was a junior-level dev working or projects that went live before they should have, in an environment that lacked engineering best practices, without the skills I needed to keep up or even understand fully what was going on. In short, I needed a change.

    That change came about serendipitously, when I learne...

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  • Will Barnes
    Fullstack Engineer • Graduate • Los Angeles
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    May 10, 2017
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    Best Decision I Have Made

    TL;DR Codesmith is dificult from start to finish. It is not easy, but for every hour you spend it will reward you 10 fold. It will take serious time, determination, and motivation, but it is worth it in the long run.

     

    Codesmith was without a doubt the best decision I have made in a very long time. It was not an easy process or stress free. This program is not for the feint of heart. It is a fight to get admitted. Then it is an even bigger fight to make...

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  • Andres
    Andres
    Graduate • Software Engineering Immersive Program • Los Angeles
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    Apr 27, 2017
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    Codesmith was a great experience

    This is gonna be short and honest-

    Codesmith is a great school that I would highly recommend to anyone trying to break into the industry. Curriculum is up-to-date and taught well. I learned a ton and received all the assistance I wanted in my job search.

    That being said, I don't agree with everyone who gives Codesmith a straight five stars. I think they do that because they know how competitive the coding bootcamp space is, but I doubt there is a program out there that ...

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  • Thai-Duong Nguyen
    Thai-Duong Nguyen
    Technical Lead • Graduate • Software Engineering Immersive Program • Los Angeles
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    Apr 13, 2017
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    Beyond Measurement

    TL;DR - There's no TL;DR version of my review. Those who have what it takes to get into Codesmith are hungry for information, and are not put off by reading to gain insight.

    Before you begin with my review, you deserve to know that my review will be of a different perspective than most reviews you'll read, as upon graduation I did not follow through with my original plan of searching for a software engineering position at various companies that I...

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  • Schno Mozingo
    Schno Mozingo
    Graduate • Software Engineering Immersive Program • Los Angeles
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    Apr 10, 2017
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    Life Choices

    So many life choices in the course of my forty-five years... some brilliant, others... not so brilliant.

    Circumstances led to one not-so-brilliant move as I dropped out of school after the tenth grade.  I then spent a couple of years living on and off the street (and the 'off' wasn't so very removed).  From a little town in Alabama to Atlanta to New Orleans, I made my way on the kindness of strangers and by plying my questionable needle-and-thread tattooing expertise.  

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  • Mark M
    Mark M
    Graduate • Software Engineering Immersive Program • Los Angeles
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    Apr 10, 2017
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    Not For Everybody... Just the Brightest and the Best

    TLDR;

    • Incredibly high standards for quality of achievement, work ethic, technical and non-technical communication as practiced by both their graduates and staff
    • 3-4% acceptance rate
    • A focus on advanced developer tools, open-source, and cutting-edge technologies (JavaScript focused curriculum but projects built in C++, Python, etc.)
    • Not scaled or franchised = total d...
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  • Matt
    Matt
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Software Engineering Immersive Program • Los Angeles
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    Apr 08, 2017
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    Fantastic experience

    In retrospective, choosing to come to Codesmith was the best decision I could have made. The curriculum and hiring preparation are as rigorous as anything I've seen, which can probably be expected. The focus that they put on community and supporting each other makes for an incredibly positive experience. Everybody at Codesmith (students and staff) supports each other far more than what I have experienced at other jobs or educational institutions.

    But make no mistake, this is a 

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  • Daniel
    Daniel
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Software Engineering Immersive Program • Los Angeles
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    Apr 08, 2017
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    Truly Exceptional.

    TL;DR: Codesmith is an amazing program that will help you to make the transition into being a leading software engineer. The curriculum is excellent, the staff is top-notch, and the community and culture are second to none.

    With that out of the way, let's talk specifics about the curriculum, instruction, community, and hiring support.

    Curriculum

    The Codesmith curriculum was designed with the current state of the software indus...

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  • Ryan
    Ryan
    Software Engineer • Student • Software Engineering Immersive Program • Los Angeles
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    Feb 24, 2017
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    Happy with my decision

    I graduated in January from Codesmith. It was hard, and frustrating at times but the community that Codesmith has built makes the experience worth it. I accepted a position in a different state near family within 2 months of graduating. Their curriculum is fantastic, job assitance aka Eric and Hira was there every step when I had questions or needed help. Dan is an absolutely fantastic instructor, tons of experience and a pleasure to talk to all the time and run ideas by.  Overall I met to...

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  • Max M
    Max M
    Graduate • Software Engineering Immersive Program • Los Angeles
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    Feb 18, 2017
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    100% Satisfied

    I just finished up at Codesmith and don't think I could have made a better choice. Codesmith's top priority is fostering an inclusive, supportive community of dedicated problem solvers. The curriculum is as up-to-date as possible within an industry that's always changing. We had modules on React + Redux and Build Tools (Webpack), in addition to the more universal JavaScript curriculum. There's also an initial focus on data structures, CS fundamentals, and general algorithms, which I hear i...

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  • J M
    J M
    Senior Software Engineer • Graduate • Full-Time Remote Software Engineering Immersive • Online
    Aug 21, 2024
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    Best decision of my life

    The full time codesmith program was tough and grueling, but their methods suited the way I learn new material. With the skills I learned, I was able to find a SWE job within 3 months. One year later and I’m back on the job market due to layoffs and I was able to use their career services to help find a new role and negotiate my offer. 
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  • Timothy Kachler
    Timothy Kachler
    Engineering Manager • Graduate • Los Angeles
    Jun 04, 2024
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    Codesmith changed my life

    Attending Codesmith was one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences of my life. The intensive program not only honed my coding skills but also taught me how to design applications, distribute work, and collaborate effectively within a team.

    Before joining Codesmith, I had a good job in a different industry, so transitioning to a new career in my 40s was a significant risk. The support and encouragement I received made all the difference. One pivotal moment was when I ema...
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Codesmith Alumni Outcomes

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Employment Rate
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Graduation Rate
$127,500
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96% of students intended to seek in-field employment within 180 days of graduating. 4% of students did not intend to seek in-field employment. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 301 graduates included in report:
180 Day employment breakdown
Employed in-field80.1%
Full-time employee77.4%
Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position0.7%
Short-term contract, part-time, or freelance1.7%
Started a new company or venture after graduation0.3%
Not seeking in-field employment0.3%
Employed out-of-field0.3%
Continuing to higher education0.0%
Not seeking a job for health, family, or personal reasons0.0%
Still seeking job in-field19.6%
Could not contact0.0%
salary breakdown
Notes and Caveats
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Codesmith Alumni Reviews Summary

Overall Experience
4.9
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4.9
Curriculum
4.9
Job Assistance
4.9
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Codesmith is approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. For more information visit: https://codesmith.io/regulatory-information
FAQs

How much does Codesmith cost?

Codesmith costs around $20,925. On the lower end, some Codesmith courses like JavaScript for Beginners cost $350.

Where does Codesmith have campuses?

Codesmith has in-person campuses in New York City. Codesmith also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.

Is Codesmith worth it?

The data says yes! Codesmith reports a median salary of $133,281 and 82% of Codesmith alumni are employed. Codesmith hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 588 Codesmith alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Codesmith on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Codesmith legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 588 Codesmith alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Codesmith and rate their overall experience a 4.89 out of 5.

Does Codesmith offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Right now, it doesn't look like Codesmith offers scholarships or accepts the GI Bill. We're always adding to the list of schools that do offer Exclusive Course Report Scholarships and a list of the bootcamps that accept the GI Bill.

Can I read Codesmith reviews?

You can read 588 reviews of Codesmith on Course Report! Codesmith alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Codesmith and rate their overall experience a 4.89 out of 5.

Is Codesmith accredited?

Codesmith is approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. For more information visit: https://codesmith.io/regulatory-information

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