Constructor Academy
Constructor Academy is a technology education hub that offers full stack coding and data science bootcamps online and in-person at campuses in Zurich, Munich, and Bremen. Committed to excellence in education, Constructor Academy equips students with everything they need to succeed in today's fiercely competitive digital world. Meticulously crafted by industry professionals, their curriculum ensures alignment with current trends and best practices used in the industry today. Students gain hands-on experience with advanced technologies and tools, preparing them for real-world challenges. Experienced instructors and industry mentors adeptly guide students, offering valuable insights and networking opportunities.
Anyone is welcome to apply to the bootcamps and courses at Constructor Academy. Applicants will submit their CV or LinkedIn profile, and then will be contacted for an interview. Applicants will need to complete a technical assessment to be admitted. Applicants can prepare for the technical assessment by completing the intro courses offered by Constructor Academy.
Bootcamp students will receive professional mentorship and career services. Career support includes one-to-one sessions with career advisors, assistance with job materials, and opportunities to connect with Constructor Academy’s employer network.
Constructor Academy was formerly known as Constructor Learning, SIT Learning, SIT Academy, and Propulsion Academy.
146 Constructor Academy Reviews
YaizaStudent • Full-Stack Web Development (Full-Time) • ZurichMar 21, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceI've learnt a lot, but I prefer another way of learning
From Nov 2022 until Feb 2023, I attended the Full-Stack bootcamp in Constructor Learning (previously SIT Learning). I had previous experience in coding with Python, but I had never before attended a bootcamp. My experience in the bootcamp had positive and negative aspects that I will try to summarise in the following.
1. Learning pace
I understand that the pace of a bootcamp is quick, but I want to say that I don't like it. I found...From Nov 2022 until Feb 2023, I attended the Full-Stack bootcamp in Constructor Learning (previously SIT Learning). I had previous experience in coding with Python, but I had never before attended a bootcamp. My experience in the bootcamp had positive and negative aspects that I will try to summarise in the following.
1. Learning pace
I understand that the pace of a bootcamp is quick, but I want to say that I don't like it. I found that there was no real time to acquire the concepts properly and to pay attention to details. Everyday we started a new coding project for which there was not enough time to finish. I learnt many basic concepts, for sure, but I have the feeling that I didn't have time to internalise them nor to focus on details.
2. Curriculum
I find the curriculum very good and appropriate for the job market. Moreover, it is structured and contains many resources. Personally I would skip the part of the curriculum about coding interviews and simply give some interesting websites where one can practise. Instead, I would recommend to include some material about developing a mobile app.
An important issue about the curriculum is that it is not inclusive. When reading it, I spotted many times the use of the pronouns "he/his" to refer to a generic user or developer. I find this discriminatory towards users or developers who identify with other pronouns and who also exist (as I am the proof of their existence :D). Fortunately, this problem has a very easy solution, which is simply using the neutral pronoun "they/them", and voilà!
For skeptical people: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singular_they
3. Remote bootcamp
Although the bootcamp is sold as remote, I wouldn't call it that. I would rather describe it as bootcamp that is streamed because the interaction that the remote students can have with on-site participants is very poor. In order to improve this, I would recommend buying better equipment for the class.
Another issue for remote students is the teacher assistance. In the afternoon we always had exercises and we could reach a teacher assistant (TA) if we had doubts. However, the TAs were on-site, and thus much more available for on-site students. Online students had to wait in general a lot to obtain help because TAs were attending on-site students.
As a remote student I also had the feeling that communication could have been better. Sometimes, remote students would receive organizational information because on-site students told us what TAs said, instead of receiving it directly from TAs.
Here I want to mention that TAs do a very good job, especially Daniel and Adrien. However, I think they need more support and maybe a solution for the problems mentioned above could be to assign one (remote) TA for remote students. Another suggestion is to explain clearly at the very beginning of the bootcamp how remote students should ask for help such that TAs receive the notification.
A positive aspect of the bootcamp is that all lectures were recorded and we have access to the recording forever. This was very useful for the afternoon exercises and I guess for future projects.
4. Last project
The last three weeks of the bootcamp are dedicated to a single project that is built from scratch. This has been a very enriching and satisfying experience thanks to my team, but I would have appreciated more support from TAs & co. During these weeks it was (even more) difficult to reach TAs and many of the planned feedback sessions didn't happen. From my point of view, we started receiving feedback when it was too late and, moreover, the feedback we received was not so meaningful. I would have appreciated a much better organisation during the last project.
The above wants to be a constructive review in which I tried to point out things that could be improved. To sum up, I learnt a lot during the bootcamp and feel now more prepared to work as a full-stack developer. Maybe I would have liked to learn in a slightly different way.- Claudia AnnoniGraduate • Data Science (Part-Time) • ZurichMar 15, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Intense, complete and interesting
The part-time Data Science Bootcamp was intense and, sometimes, the time was not enough to cover all the topics in details, but it was complete and interesting with many practical sessions to use the techniques previously learnt. The instructors were always available to answer our (many) questions and helped when necessary, leaving everyone enough room to try on their own to find a suitable solution. Definitively worth it. - Martin PöhlICT-Supporter • Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development (Part-Time) • ZurichMar 07, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Hard but worth it
If you're looking to immerse yourself in the world of full-stack development, the Constructor Learning boot camp is an very good choice. Whether you're looking to enhance your programming skills or seeking to jumpstart a career as a junior full-stack developer, this boot camp offers an intense and comprehensive learning experience. While it requires diligent effort, the amount of knowledge and skills you will acquire make it well worth it. I can highly recommend this boot camp to anyone ...If you're looking to immerse yourself in the world of full-stack development, the Constructor Learning boot camp is an very good choice. Whether you're looking to enhance your programming skills or seeking to jumpstart a career as a junior full-stack developer, this boot camp offers an intense and comprehensive learning experience. While it requires diligent effort, the amount of knowledge and skills you will acquire make it well worth it. I can highly recommend this boot camp to anyone seeking to improve their skills in full-stack development. - Laura BalestraGraduate • Full-Stack Web Development (Full-Time) • ZurichFeb 22, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Constructor Learning Full Stack
A very well curated and complete Full Stack program. Teachers are very competent and helpful. Students are constantly supported through their journey, including after graduation with the job search. During three very intense months students are consistently challenged, they are asked to work in groups and deliver real projects which prepares them for the working environment. I'm very happy with the experience! - TomislavEngineer • Graduate • Machine Learning • OnlineJan 17, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great lectures and great instructors
I attended a course in Applied Machine Learning in 2021. We learned basics of Machine Learning. The course was well-structured with a good mix of theoretical topics and exercises. Instructors were exceptional. All-in-all, I would recommend. - NickData Science (Full-Time) • ZurichAug 13, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great Data Science Bootcamp
I attended the Data Science Bootcamp in 2022. Excellent teachers and challenging curriculum which covered many areas in Machine Learning and AI. I learned tremendously and enjoyed my time there. Last but not least, the Bootcamp definitely helped me in landing a job in the field. Would definitely recommend it! - Riccardo MazzucchelliFull -Stack developer • Student • Full-Stack Web Development (Full-Time) • ZurichAug 11, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Full Stack Developer
Hello this is Riccardo
It is amazing what you can learn within three months time frame.
It is like a Tesla 0 to 100 in a couple of second, although the bootcamp is great, please be aware that this
will take full dedication and full commitment of your time and life if you really want to succeed.
You stress level will be challenged too so make sure you have a way to steam out from time to time.
Despite all of this I was able to get an internship right after the boo...Hello this is Riccardo
It is amazing what you can learn within three months time frame.
It is like a Tesla 0 to 100 in a couple of second, although the bootcamp is great, please be aware that this
will take full dedication and full commitment of your time and life if you really want to succeed.
You stress level will be challenged too so make sure you have a way to steam out from time to time.
Despite all of this I was able to get an internship right after the bootcamp and get hired by the end of it.
So definitively a positive and life changing experience.
Highly recommend - Alex LengyelGraduate • Full-Stack Web Development (Full-Time) • ZurichAug 04, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Life changing Bootcamp
My overall experience with SIT Academy was great. This bootcamp is for anyone who is really determined, motivated, hard worker and can afford it.
They teach technologies that are in demand right now but you have to sacrifice all of your time for 3 months if you want to be a junior developer after the bootcamp and I am not exaggerating at all. If you don’t put the hours in it then you will be lost because the lessons build upon the previous one.
Their curriculum is well planned and ...My overall experience with SIT Academy was great. This bootcamp is for anyone who is really determined, motivated, hard worker and can afford it.
They teach technologies that are in demand right now but you have to sacrifice all of your time for 3 months if you want to be a junior developer after the bootcamp and I am not exaggerating at all. If you don’t put the hours in it then you will be lost because the lessons build upon the previous one.
Their curriculum is well planned and super efficient in my opinion. I can suggest them anytime.
(I had no degree or any programming knowledge before the bootcamp and I don’t even speak German. 1 year later after the bootcamp I am a Software Engineer Intern at Adobe and I earned this position without any connection.) - Anselme BorgeaudQuantitative Investment Graduate • Graduate • Data Science (Full-Time) • ZurichJul 25, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
SIT Academy Data Science Bootcamp
I came from Academia with a PhD in seismology, and was hired at Pictet Asset Management just before then end of SIT data science bootcamp. What I learned at SIT Academy was really valuable during the interview process and afterward. SIT Academy alumni network was also a big help as I could receive advices from an alumni working at the company I was applying for. Looking back these were three great months in Zurich, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone considering joining the cla...I came from Academia with a PhD in seismology, and was hired at Pictet Asset Management just before then end of SIT data science bootcamp. What I learned at SIT Academy was really valuable during the interview process and afterward. SIT Academy alumni network was also a big help as I could receive advices from an alumni working at the company I was applying for. Looking back these were three great months in Zurich, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone considering joining the class. - Mario KovacsComputational Fluid Dynamics Engineer • Data Science (Full-Time) • ZurichApr 11, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data Science Bootcamp 2021
The SIT Bootcamp is a game-changer for anyone who wants to change their career path or just expand their skillset. They provide very skilled and professional instructors as well as an extensive set of useful materials. Unlike other course providers, SIT Academy has an excellent network with the industry, allowing the students to find the ideal company to work for after the Bootcamp. I especially liked the mentorship program, where each student has their own mentor guiding them through ev...The SIT Bootcamp is a game-changer for anyone who wants to change their career path or just expand their skillset. They provide very skilled and professional instructors as well as an extensive set of useful materials. Unlike other course providers, SIT Academy has an excellent network with the industry, allowing the students to find the ideal company to work for after the Bootcamp. I especially liked the mentorship program, where each student has their own mentor guiding them through every step of the application process. - KarimSoftware Engineer at HYLL AG • Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development (Full-Time) • ZurichMar 15, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
An Excellent Experience!
I decided to enrol in SIT Academy's Full-Stack Web Development program in order to further improve my knowledge, and to gain the exposure that I knew I needed in order to be ready for the challenging demands of the software development market, as I was aiming to transition into a new role as a software engineer.
Since my first day in the program, I knew that it was the right choice to be there. The instructors are extremely helpful, and also quite knowledgeable. They do their best...I decided to enrol in SIT Academy's Full-Stack Web Development program in order to further improve my knowledge, and to gain the exposure that I knew I needed in order to be ready for the challenging demands of the software development market, as I was aiming to transition into a new role as a software engineer.
Since my first day in the program, I knew that it was the right choice to be there. The instructors are extremely helpful, and also quite knowledgeable. They do their best to ensure that everyone understands the curriculum and gets the best out of it. The assignments were rather challenging, but they're designed in a way that helps you learn and understand the logic behind every line of code that you write, and not just memorise things without understanding them. They helped me find my path as a backend/devops engineer, and I will forever be grateful to their wonderful team for that!
Pros:- Excellent teachers.
- The curriculum is well-structured and some of the assignments are very challenging (in a good way).
- Everyone is passionate about what they do, which makes the overall experience fantastic!
- You get to learn soft skills along the way! (working in a team, dealing with different personalities and so on).
- They help establish your presence on LinkedIn and other platforms where you could land your dream job.
Cons:- If you're attending the class remotely, you could face some technical issues sometimes. (probably something that got fixed anyway!)
- KarimSoftware Engineer at HYLL AG • Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development (Full-Time) • ZurichMar 15, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
An excellent program
I've always had a passion for software development. The fact that one could use their software development knowledge to fuel their creativity and bring their ideas to life through applications that can make peoples' lives easier and more productive has always pushed me to learn more and more about how it all works.
I decided to enrol in SIT Academy's Full-Stack Web Development program in order to further improve my knowledge, and to gain the exposure that I needed in order to be r...I've always had a passion for software development. The fact that one could use their software development knowledge to fuel their creativity and bring their ideas to life through applications that can make peoples' lives easier and more productive has always pushed me to learn more and more about how it all works.
I decided to enrol in SIT Academy's Full-Stack Web Development program in order to further improve my knowledge, and to gain the exposure that I needed in order to be ready for the challenging demands of the software development market.
Since my first day in the program, I knew that it was the right choice to be there. The instructors are extremely helpful, and also quite knowledgeable. They do their best to ensure that everyone understands the curriculum and gets the best out of it. The assignments were rather challenging, but they're designed in a way that helps you learn and understand the logic behind every line of code that you write, and not just memorise things without understanding them. They also help their students build their portfolios/networks in order to be able to find their place in the job market.
Pros:- Excellent teachers.
- The curriculum is well-structured and some of the assignments are very challenging (in a good way).
- Everyone is passionate about what they do, which makes the overall experience fantastic!
- You get to learn soft skills along the way! (working in a team, dealing with different personalities and so on).
Cons:- If you're attending the class remotely, you could face some technical issues sometimes. (probably something that got fixed anyway!)
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How much does Constructor Academy cost?
Constructor Academy costs around CHF12,700. On the lower end, some Constructor Academy courses like Python Programming cost CHF1,800.
What courses does Constructor Academy teach?
Constructor Academy offers courses like Data Science (Full-Time), Data Science (Part-Time), Full-Stack Web Development (Full-Time), Full-Stack Web Development (Part-Time) and 2 more.
Where does Constructor Academy have campuses?
Constructor Academy has in-person campuses in Munich and Zurich. Constructor Academy also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
Is Constructor Academy worth it?
Constructor Academy hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 146 Constructor Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Constructor Academy on Course Report - you should start there!
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Does Constructor Academy offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
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