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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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  • Scott Burman
    Scott Burman
    May 13, 2020
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    Great Program, Great Teacher, Great Community

    So you should go into the Codesmith program already knowing about some Javascript. It's a good thing they talk to you beforehand and have many free tutorials online that you can study before immersing your into the CS prep. They teach you a lot of valuable tools, give you ample time to pair program, and really get you set for the whole coding process. Always there for you and do a great job of community building. Highly recommended.
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  • Tolga Eyidemir
    Tolga Eyidemir
    May 13, 2020
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    Software Engineering Immersive

    Codesmith is a revolutionary school. They are not just teaching students to be great engineers but also implements and encourages everyone to grow as a team and contribute greatly to society. It is a top-notch education program that provides in-depth knowledge in all aspects of software engineering by experienced, amicable, and genuine staff and instructors. Once you are in, whether a person is an instructor or a student, everyone becomes part of a big community that supports and encoura...
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  • Qwen
    Qwen
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    May 13, 2020
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    CS Prep - Learning the Javascript Basics

    For anyone looking to apply to bootcamps, before doing so I highly recommend taking Codesmith's CS Prep course. CS Prep is a two-week program designed to prepare you for Codesmith's Software Engineering Program. However, even if you decide Codesmith is not for you, upon completing the two-week prep course, you'll be prepared to apply for any bootcamp and complete the technical interview. I am preparing to take my technical interviews now (wish me luck) and I can say without a doubt I hav...
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  • Gabriela Jardim Aquino
    Gabriela Jardim Aquino
    Student • JavaScript - The Hard Parts: Codesmith Prep • Los Angeles
    May 07, 2020
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    A path to success!!!

    For start I was already amazed the first time that I attended my first free workshop with Codesmith. The didactic, the levels of complexity and the passion that they have for teaching and building a community is a life lesson itself. After that I was sure that it was the bootcamp for me, I complete all they free challenges CSX and started to attend the pair programming workshops (best learning tool for me). Since I had zero background on code I also decided to attend they paid prep cours...
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  • C T
    C T
    Full-stack Engineer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • Los Angeles
    Apr 25, 2020
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    Codesmith Works. Complete Beginner -> Full-time Engineer

    When I found codesmith and saw the CIRR salary numbers, I was a complete newb, having written zero lines of javascript before and felt inspired by the idea of a lucrative career switch. I started by going through their free online CSX curriculum. A couple weeks after starting on CSX I went to a javascript the easy parts meetup and left excited that I had learned a lot and had connected with driven people. I continued in the pipeline, taking CS-prep, going to Javascript the Hard Parts, an...
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  • Kenneth Trang
    Kenneth Trang
    Software Engineer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • Los Angeles
    Apr 11, 2020
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    Codesmith LA

    It was less than a year ago that I was on track to applying and getting into dental school, something I’ve worked so hard for all of college. But after discovering that Software Engineering was my true passion, I was so glad a program like Codesmith in LA exists. Now I’m starting my first Software Engineering job less than a year after making the decision to drop dentistry.
    To the best of my knowledge Codesmith is one, if not the only, bootcamp-style program a pe...
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  • Scott
    Scott
    NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • Los Angeles
    Mar 21, 2020
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    Late Choice but Great Choice

    After 10 years as a Graphic Designer I realized I had plateaued and wanted to focus more on building great products and less on minor aesthetics. Uncertain of how to begin, I found my way working through The Odin Project online for free. It was a great stepping stone for learning how to code, but I often found myself up against a road block and avoiding pushing through.
    Then I went to a free JS meetup (and almost talked myself out of going) at Codesmith. Their whole approach to code, ...
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  • seungho baek
    seungho baek
    Applicant • Online
    Mar 18, 2020
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    JavaScript for Beginners

    I leave a review after taking the class.

    First of all, I was impressed because I understood well unlike when I studied by myself .Also I liked the contents of the class so much ;

    Second, we could communicate with each other and have a pair programing.
    It was great that the instructor explained the class clearly ;

    Thirdly, I did not do it personally, but I was given the opportunity to study more as an option even thought lecture is finished and I loved the feedback...
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  • Jose Borbon
    Jose Borbon
    Student • CS Prep • Online
    Mar 17, 2020
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    CSPrep Program

    Codesmiths CS Prep program was helpful in giving me the exposure that I needed in order to help me understand the things that I had to improve on to become a better me. The best part of CSPrep was the group project. It was amazing building something from scratch and applying all of the things that we learned in CS Prep in order to create a project that we were able to share with our CS Prep Cohort. If someone told me a few months ago that I would be able to complete something from scratc...
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  • Dom
    Dom
    Software Engineer II • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • Los Angeles
    Mar 13, 2020
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    Best Decision I've Ever Made

    Early in 2019 I was working in the entertainment industry and unhappy with my career. I did not enjoy my job, so I began looking at other options. I wanted to find something that I would enjoy, and could do without going back to school for a new degree, that would pay well, and allow me the income and freedom to pursue a full life outside of work. 

    I had always enjoyed technology, so I began looking into computer programming. I was very unsure at first as my experience was limited...
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  • Philip A Rodrigues
    Philip A Rodrigues
    Student • CS Prep • Online
    Mar 10, 2020
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    CS Prep

    I found the CS Prep course very worthwhile and surprisingly fun. I've been teaching myself JavaScript from the Team Treehouse curriculum, Udemy courses, and Leetcode; CS Prep however, took my learning to a practical level I feel I couldn't have gotten alone with a course. That has to do with the community involved with CS Prep. 

    Pair programming and code review were by far the most beneficial aspects of CS Prep for me. Working with other people pulls you out of your comfort zone a...
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  • Noah King
    Noah King
    Student • CS Prep • Online
    Mar 02, 2020
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    CS Prep

    I went through CS Prep and was very impressed by the overall curriculum. My instructor, Dave O'Sullivan  crushed it! I am now in the full time immersive LA and can say that without a shadow of a doubt I got in because of the things I learned and solidified in CS Prep.
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Codesmith Alumni Outcomes

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Employment Rate
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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

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4.9
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4.9
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4.9
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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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