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Skill Distillery

Average Rating4.73
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Skill Distillery is an intensive, 16-week Java bootcamp in Denver, Colorado. The course is arranged into three units – Java Programming, Server-side Java, and Front-end Development. The curriculum focuses on the fundamentals of programming, Java (and its libraries), unit testing, Spring, Spring MVC, and using a source code repository. Students will also gain experience deploying web content to a web server and navigating the server file system from the command line. Skill Distillery graduates will be prepared to take the Oracle Certified Associate – Java Programmer exam and will be on track for a career as a web interface designer or a full stack application developer.

No prior coding experience is required; instead, Skill Distillery looks for driven, determined and passionate people wanting to make a change in their life. Prospective applicants must complete an online assessment, meet with an admissions advisor, and finish a logic test.

Skill Distillery’s parent company, Batky-Howell, has more than 25 years of experience training more than 40,000 IT professionals from companies such as HP, Lockheed Martin, Level3, Time Warner and Disney.

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  • Dean Coffman
    Dean Coffman
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    Sep 06, 2023
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    One of the best educational experiences I've ever had.

    4 Months ago I was at a point in my life that I knew I needed a change. I just didn't know I needed THIS change. I am the kind of person that does their research. I read a lot about  bootcamps and how they compared to the current market of available jobs, and what recruiters in this field thought about graduates. Honestly, not all of the reading was positive. One of the biggest issues was the material that these classes covered and the lack of information retention. That was one of the m...
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  • Patrick Hansen
    Patrick Hansen
    Student • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Jul 05, 2023
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    Worth it

    I'm just finishing the full time Java Full Stack Development 16 week course. The instruction team and the TAs are all awesome. This is not easy and you will struggle, but you will have a team of support teaching you how to use some of the most in demand technologies as well as giving you the tools to pick up more.
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  • Jacob Van
    Jacob Van
    Student • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Jul 04, 2023
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    Very Good Coding Bootcamp

    I am a new graduate from Skill Distillery. From start to finish, Skill Distillery has provided me with the tools / guidance that is necessary in order to begin my new career in programming. One of the things that stands out the most about SD are the instructors. Not only are they experts in their field, but they are passionate about teaching and will strive to make sure that you succeed. Their ability to adapt their teaching methods to various learning styles ensured that every student r...
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  • Kristen Tsuboi
    Kristen Tsuboi
    Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Jul 03, 2023
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    Great experience

    Going into the program, I had very basic knowledge of Java. This made the prework a breeze. The pace of the course is very fast but your given all of the knowledge you need to be successful. After 16 weeks, you’ll feel comfortable building full stack applications. 
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  • Spencer Williams
    Spencer Williams
    Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Jul 03, 2023
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    Challenging but worthwhile

    I graduated from the March - July 2023 cohort. The course will be a full time job including weekend homework assignments on a majority of weekends that will take up at least 2-8 hours depending on the assignment. They offer TA hours on Saturday morning which are very helpful in building an understanding of what you learned that week and building it into your weekend homework. Instructors are very knowledgeable and helpful. 
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  • David Dunlevy
    David Dunlevy
    Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    May 02, 2023
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    I highly recommend Skill Distillery to anyone interested in a Java Full Stack bootcamp.

    I couldn’t be happier with the outcome of my four months at Skill Distillery. Their staff is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and really care about the student experience. Be sure to heed all the advice given at the beginning of the course. It is very fast paced and requires additional time of self study. You really get out of the course what you put into it. I had no prior experience with web development and now I'm capable of implementing my own front to back web applications.
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  • Robert Tisdale
    Robert Tisdale
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    Apr 28, 2023
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    AMAZING ALL AROUND!!! 1000% Recommend

    Skill Distillery set the bar for what to expect in any course moving forward. Still amazed at all the material that was not only covered but retained in this 16 week course. 

    This course took individuals (some with absolute zero coding background) and produced competent developers with instructional overview of:
    Java Fundamentals
    JDBC, JSPs, JPA
    MySQL
    SpringBoot
    Angular/Typescript
    HTML/CSS
    ...and much more

    1. The staff was ALWAYS available to assist and...
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    SD Briana of Skill Distillery

    School Director

    May 03, 2023

    Rob, thank you so much for the authentic feedback! You truly were an awesome example of working hard to get the most out of your experience! This program is truly designed to prepare you for your next professional endeavor in the tech industry by providing you with a tangible skillset! 
  • Kira Stout
    Kira Stout
    Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Apr 27, 2023
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    A challenge worth fighting for!

    For a person with absolutely no coding experience I have to say I am impressed with not only myself but the Skill Distillery team for helping me advance into my new career path. They made the bootcamp journey worth all of the struggle worth it. All of the staff from teachers to TA's are extremely passionate about what they do and truly care about each individual in the cohort. As for the knowledge I gained in the 16 week Java Full-Stack bootcamp, I believe that everyone in the cohort was...
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  • Casey Froehlich
    Casey Froehlich
    Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Mar 17, 2023
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    Life Changing Experience

    As the 5th family member to graduate from Skill Distillery in the last 5 years I can confidently say (5x) Skill Distillery will change your life and will put you on a direct path to a successful future. The amount of resources, support, and knowledge provided during my time as a student was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. If you’re wanting to make a career change, Skill Distillery will not disappoint. 
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  • Diego Hoyos
    Diego Hoyos
    Full Stack Software Developer • Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/Java Bootcamp (Onsite) • Denver
    Oct 23, 2022
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    Highly recommended

    Skill Distillery gave a strong base and that extra push I needed to take my skills to the next level. I had a basic understanding of programming concepts and they helped me see the big picture from the bottom up (full stack!). Instructors were very knowledgeable, personable, and helpful The curriculum was well structured and thought out, helping those of us who had a slight background as well as those brand new to programming. After being out for a couple years I think it is one of the b...
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  • Erich S.
    Erich S.
    Java developer • Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Jul 19, 2022
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    Full-Stack Development with Java (remote)

    I graduated from Skill Distillery's 16-week Full-Stack Development with Java (fully remote) boot camp in July of 2022. The course was 1000% worth the time and financial investment. Each of the instructors demonstrated deep knowledge of the subject matter, be that Java, SQL, Java Script, or Angular. Each student question was met with patience and total competence. The materials were well-structured and detailed. The time commitment was high, although I managed to keep most of my Sundays f...
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  • Andrew Cary
    Andrew Cary
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Full-Stack Web Development w/ Java Bootcamp (Online) • Denver
    Jun 21, 2022
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    Skill Distillery provides an excellent and proven pathway for learning job-ready development skills

    Skill Distillery provides an excellent and proven pathway for learning job-ready skills involved in full-stack development with Java. I was impressed with the thoroughness of the program from the first day through the last. The material is comprehensive and challenging, requiring strong commitment in regards to time and effort from the student. No matter where you start from (new to the field or with some experience), if you show up daily, engage with the assignments, projects and lectur...
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Recent Skill Distillery News

Alicia Boddy
Alicia Boddy
Updated January 11, 2024
What Is VET TEC? VET TEC is a high-tech training pilot program that doesn’t use GI Bill benefits and pays a monthly housing stipend to students in the program. VET TEC stands for Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses. In other words, veterans can attend a coding bootcamp for free without using any GI Bill benefits! Insider Update: FY '24 is the last year of the VET TEC pil...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated July 07, 2015
Since the White House Department of Veterans Affairs hosted the first coding bootcamp roundtable in September 2014, it's been clear that the use of the GI Bill for bootcamp tuition is on the minds of both educators and government. Recently, Skill Distillery, a 19-week Java Coding Bootcamp in Denver, Colorado, was VA-Approved and began accepting the GI Bill- huge news! Skill Distillery CEO...
Harry Hantel
Harry Hantel
Updated July 01, 2015
Welcome to the June News Roundup, your monthly news digest full of the most interesting articles and announcements in the bootcamp space. Do you want something considered for the next News Roundup? Submit announcements of new courses, scholarships, or open jobs at your school!   Coding Bootcamps In The Headlines Coding Bootcamp Enrollment Soars! (via Bloomberg) Skill Distill...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated September 11, 2014
With over 40,000 alumni from their Batky-Howell training courses, Bruce Batky and Cole Frock have recently launched their 19-week Java bootcamp, Skill Distillery, in Denver, Colorado. We catch up with Cole and Bruce to discuss their hands-on instruction, how they constructed the Java curriculum, and the types of companies Skill Distillery is partnering with to place graduates in jobs! Re...

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Skill Distillery Alumni Reviews Summary

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4.7
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4.8
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4.7
Job Assistance
4.5
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Skill Distillery is a certified vocational school by the state of Colorado.
FAQs

How much does Skill Distillery cost?

Skill Distillery costs around $19,950. On the lower end, some Skill Distillery courses like Java Full Stack Programming (Part-time) cost $9,945.

Where does Skill Distillery have campuses?

Skill Distillery has an in-person campus in Denver.

Is Skill Distillery worth it?

Skill Distillery hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 148 Skill Distillery alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Skill Distillery on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Skill Distillery legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 148 Skill Distillery alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Skill Distillery and rate their overall experience a 4.73 out of 5.

Does Skill Distillery offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

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You can read 148 reviews of Skill Distillery on Course Report! Skill Distillery alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Skill Distillery and rate their overall experience a 4.73 out of 5.

Is Skill Distillery accredited?

Skill Distillery is a certified vocational school by the state of Colorado.

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