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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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  • Erik C.
    Erik C.
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Los Angeles
    May 22, 2024
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    An intensive, transformative journey that equipped me with advanced software engineering skills and a strong community network

    Codesmith is an exceptional coding bootcamp that truly prepares you for a career in software engineering. The curriculum is intensive, focusing on JavaScript and full-stack development with technologies like React and Node.js.
    The instructors are top-notch, bringing real-world experience and clear explanations to complex topics. The community-driven approach, with plenty of pair programming and collaborative projects, mirrors a real tech environment.
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  • Chet Hay
    Chet Hay
    Frontend Engineer • Graduate • Los Angeles
    May 15, 2024
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    Best investment ever!

    Initially I was wary of bootcamps and decided to pursue a self taught route, but Will and his team along with currently enrolled students changed my mind. I’m glad they did! The decision to go to Codesmith saved me at least two to three years of working my way up in low level IT and web development roles. When I calculate the time multiplied by how much more money I made in comparison it easily justified the tuition. At my first dev job outside of Codesmith I was already making twice my ...
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  • Cherie Zhong
    Cherie Zhong
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Los Angeles
    May 14, 2024
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    Positive experience

    I had done the full time program in March of 2020 at the start of the pandemic and am now several years into my career as a software engineer. Without Codesmith, I would not have been able to make my pivot into the technical side of coding after being in tech for several years already. Through the program, I was able to learn full stack skills which I am still building upon today as well as a network and several friends I still have kept in contact with after this many years. I've also r...
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  • Maureen Onchiri
    Maureen Onchiri
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Full-Time Remote Software Engineering Immersive • Online
    May 07, 2024
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    The Harvard of Bootcamps

    Choosing to enroll in Codesmith in 2021 was one of the most pivotal decisions of my life. After comparing Codesmith's outcomes on CIRR.org to other bootcamps, it was evident that this program was leagues ahead - I like to call it the Harvard of bootcamps :) From the free workshops, to the prep courses and the Software Engineering Immersive program, The depth and breadth of the course material were not only comprehensive but also finely tuned to meet the demands of the job market. The tra...
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  • Esther Witbeck
    Esther Witbeck
    Software Engineer • Student • Full-Time Remote Software Engineering Immersive • Online
    May 02, 2024
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    Shines in its post-graduation support

    In short, I credit Codesmith with my pivoting from a non-tech role to a software position. It isn't perfect, nor is the curriculum as exhaustive as I would have liked, but the selection of material is solid and the post-graduation support was stellar. If you're willing to work beyond what they provide you, Codesmith can be an excellent resource.

    I attended the remote full time program. Day-to-day activities were built around working through introductory modules (basically partiall...
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  • Anna L.
    Anna L.
    Software engineer • Graduate • Full-Time Remote Software Engineering Immersive • Online
    May 01, 2024
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    Best decision I ever made

    When I joined Codesmith, I was looking to make a big change in my life - I was working in social work and deeply dissatisfied with the amount of return I was seeing in my career. I was scared to pursue coding, because I didn't think I was smart enough and thought it would probably be too hard.

    While it was hard, the support and guidance I found in the Codesmith community was what helped me achieve my goals. From the moment I attended one of their free classes on a weeknight until ...
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  • Eric Mulhern
    Eric Mulhern
    Software engineer • Graduate
    Apr 27, 2024
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    From landscaping to IBM in 10 months

    Before attending codesmith, I was teaching music and landscaping part-time. I had previously done a bit of self-learning around programming, with free materials available online. After attending the 9-month PTRI program, I took on a paid 3-month mentorship position with codesmith. During that time I landed a full-time contracting role with IBM, which kickstarted my software engineering career and increased my income six fold.

    Codesmith is not a silver bullet. You get out of it wha...
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  • ALEX MCPHAIL
    ALEX MCPHAIL
    Engineering Director • Graduate
    Apr 26, 2024
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    A great way to change your life

    Codesmith took me from a owning a cut-flower farm to working as a Software Engineer inside of 6 months.  It is an intense, rigorous program that prepares you technically and academically to work in the field.  The focus is empathetic and engaged learning and pushing you to research and work independently.  You come out of Codesmith with some great technical training, but much more, you come out with the tools you need to keep learning.  You will spend your whole career adding to your tra...
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  • Jin Y
    Jin Y
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    Apr 25, 2024
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    Codesmith's immersive program and CS Prep course provided me with the essential JS/React and computer science fundamentals needed to excel in software engineering.

    My experience with Codesmith, having graduated from both their immersive program and the CS Prep course, has been absolutely remarkable. The immersive program delved deep into full-stack JavaScript and essential computer science principles, providing me with a solid foundation for a career in software engineering. The hands-on projects, rigorous curriculum, and supportive community not only enhanced my technical skills but also instilled in me the confidence to tackle real-world challeng...
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  • Eric Esposito
    Eric Esposito
    Graduate • Full-Time Remote Software Engineering Immersive • Online
    Apr 25, 2024
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    A supportive and productive experience

    When it comes to changing careers and finding a job in the current market, it’s going to be difficult no matter which bootcamp you attend. Finding a job is always a difficult hurdle when changing careers into such a competitive field. All of that said, I can’t imagine a better value for your money when it comes to coding bootcamps. The course lectures are pretty good, but that is not what really stands out about this company. What really stands out is the forced collaboration with other ...
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  • Eric Stallings
    Eric Stallings
    Software Engineer II • Graduate • Los Angeles
    Apr 24, 2024
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    Amazing Experience

    I attended Codesmith July-September 2019 after attending their free Tuesday and Thursday night workshops for about six months (which I highly recommend, they offer them virtually now) and taking their 2 week Codesmith Prep course. I had no other tech experience aside from self-teaching with FreeCodeCamp.

    The application process was pretty thorough, and included a phone screen, a culture fit interview, and a technical screen. I was not accepted on my first attempt, which I was act...
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  • Kevin
    Kevin
    Senior Software Engineer • Graduate • Los Angeles
    Apr 24, 2024
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    Confidence in Skills Amid Uncertainty

    Switching careers can indeed be daunting, especially when faced with numerous uncertainties. Questions like whether investing in tuition will pay off or if someone without a tech background can succeed as a software engineer were definitely in my mind.

    After leaving the military, I took the leap and joined Codesmith's full-time immersive program in 2019, embarking on a journey to become a software engineer. The experience was challenging; It often felt like I was const...
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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

Overall Experience
4.9
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4.9
Curriculum
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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