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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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  • Greg L-R
    Greg L-R
    Student • JavaScript for Beginners • Online
    Sep 29, 2020
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    Student - JavaScript for Beginners

    School: Codesmith
    Course: JavaScript for Beginners
    Instructor: Sophie
    Sept, 2020

    I had a great experience in JSB at Codesmith. My instructor Sophie was generous, knowledgable, and clear. She took her time to answer everyone's questions, and was able to get us through the material. I love the group learning environment that Codesmith creates. The group projects at the end were super fun. I'm enrolled in their CS Prep course, and can't wait to be inside a Codesmith (virtual...
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  • Stone Fuglaar
    Stone Fuglaar
    Graduate • CS Prep • Online
    Sep 29, 2020
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    CSPrep Grad

    I started playing around with Javascript in March and have spent months looking for a pre-course for a bootcamp that suited my needs. The teachers in this program were absolutely amazing and showed passion in teaching the content. The amount of information I learned and practiced in just two weeks was more than I learned by myself in six months. I highly recommend CSPrep for someone who is new to coding and also to people who want to understand what is happening under the hood in JavaScr...
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  • Derek
    Derek
    Senior Software Engineer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • New York City
    Sep 18, 2020
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    This is the only coding school worth going to

    Codesmith is magic. Come prepared, know your JS, and do all the precourse work to completion. Know functional programming and OOP, and come ready to WORK.  

    If you work extremely hard at Codesmith, learn the whats and whys of each technology, and use YouTube to build general knowledge about the other technologies not covered (if only to compare and contrast them), you will stand out in your interviews. 

    There were multiple people here who had previously gone to other coding...
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  • Seamus
    Seamus
    JavaScript - The Hard Parts: Codesmith Prep • New York City
    Sep 15, 2020
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    CS Prep

    CS Prep was a great way to get familiar with the teaching style, meet your cohortmates and prepare for the immersive interviews. The wonderful instructors provided a lot of clarity to approaching coding challenges that I didn't even know that I didn't know how to do.
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  • Jessi C.
    Jessi C.
    FrontEnd Engineer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • Los Angeles
    Sep 11, 2020
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    Codesmith's Full-Time Immersive Program

    Codesmith has a great academic program and it covers a variety of technologies such as React, Redux, Express, Docker, and more. Codesmith has helped me hone in on skills such as algorithms, debugging, and working in teams to build a variety products. During their hiring portion, I gained life skills for resume building, networking, interviewing, and negotiating salaries. Previously, I had no experience in the tech industry. I went from being a Substitute Teacher to a Software Engineer at...
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  • Eric
    Eric
    Software Engineer II • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • Los Angeles
    Aug 25, 2020
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    Thoughts, 1 year later

    Hey!

    A little over a year ago, I finished Codesmith and got my first fulltime software engineering job. In general, I felt like the process is probably not for everyone, but if you can be empathetic, work hard, and push your limits, you can pretty much go as far as you want. That opinion still stands.

    What I'd like to add on to it, though, is what my experience has been like since leaving. The friends I made at Codesmith have continued to be incredible resources for learnin...
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  • Kelly
    Kelly
    Full Stack Engineer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • Los Angeles
    Aug 25, 2020
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    Software Engineering Immersive Program

    I went through the immersive program in LA and graduated in March 2020. I didn't come from a STEM background and was skeptical about whether I would actually be able to become a software engineer in just 3 months, but as I am writing this I can proudly say that I am working as a full stack engineer and I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for the amazing curriculum and staff at Codesmith! 
    I will be honest and say that it is HARD and YOU have to put in a lot of work, but it is worth it in ...
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  • Will
    Will
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    Jul 11, 2020
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    Regretful

    This course is not organized enough. Some students can not control their stress. I was yelled at during the course. Students would shout you down because they didn't want you to share ideas. Trying to keep up with students who are already professionals was impossible. Students are constantly insulting one another about their perceived lack of skill. I know I'm in a recurring minority of students that sees this mess. The staff members are nice, but can be dishonest.

    The...
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  • Connor Bovino
    Connor Bovino
    Student • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • New York City
    Jun 10, 2020
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    Transformation Career Experience

     Codesmith was a transformation part of my journey to landing a job in software engineering. It's been three months since my graduation and I just landed a role as an engineer at a Fortune 500 company. I attached a blurb about my background below to give you context to my previous skills and experience before entering Codesmith.  Codesmith provided valuable engineering experiences that not only prepared me for the job, but helped me communicate with other engineers ...
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  • George
    George
    Graduate • CS Prep • Online
    May 31, 2020
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    CS Prep Review -- 3 week Course | 27 year old Student

    This is a fantastic class that lights a fire under you, coordinates you with like-minded folks, and pushes you to actually learn and practice introductory Javascript & Programming.

    Who am I? I'm a 27 year old who's worked in the Advertising Analytics industry (at a big 4 Advertising Agency). I decided to finally pursue software engineering and programming, but personally I like a little bit of structure.

    For a good idea of conc...
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  • Kristiina E.
    Kristiina E.
    Graduate • CS Prep • Online
    May 29, 2020
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    CS Prep === Essential

    I loved CS Prep! CS Prep is a two-week course offered by Codesmith for people considering applying to their immersive program and who want to improve their technical communication and pair programming skills, and expand their knowledge and understanding of core JavaScript concepts. 

    Honestly, I was so nervous going in -- I barely had any experience pair programming and there is a group project during the final weekend of the course -- this course definitely pushed me beyond my com...
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  • Darren
    Darren
    FrontEnd Developer • Graduate • NYC Onsite Software Engineering Immersive • Los Angeles
    May 20, 2020
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    Great Bootcamp and Community

    I'll be honest, I wasn't fully aware what I was getting myself into when I walked away from my job to take a deeper dive into software engineering. While being WAY more exciting than my past career as a sales manager, I quickly found some of the material to be overwhelming. However, the team at Codesmith does a great job of providing guidance, and comfort during some of the more trying times when you begin to feel like you're not entirely sure what you are doing, which is an integral par...
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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.

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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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