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Learn to Code
Do You Have to be Good at Math to Code? Debunking the Myth
You don’t need to be a math whiz to become a developer. You do need to be a strong problem solver.
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Grace Hopper Program
Are Coding Bootcamps Worth It? A Cost-Benefit Analysis
Our analysis can help you decide: Are coding bootcamps worth it? A cost-benefit analysis uncovers how a coding bootcamp could be the best investment you ever make.
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Grace Hopper Program
Learn to Code ASAP with Our 5 Favorite Free Coding Classes
Get started learning to code ASAP with our favorite free coding classes and websites, as recommended by our students, alums, and instructors.
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Job & Career Advice
Can I Get a Job After Coding Bootcamp? 40 Companies that Prove You Absolutely Can
Looking for proof that you can get a job after bootcamp? Here are 40 companies with a track record of hiring bootcamp grads.
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Student Stories
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Deal with Feelings of Inadequacy and Become a Developer
If you're a prospective bootcamp student struggling with imposter syndrome, don't fret—it can strike even the most accomplished developers. Here are ways to cope.
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How Fullstack Works
How is the Grace Hopper Program Different from Fullstack Academy?
As our Grace Hopper Program continues to gain recognition, we get asked a lot: What differentiates Grace Hopper from Fullstack Academy? While there are little to no differences in quality or hiring outcomes for grads of both programs, there are some key areas in which Grace Hopper is unique. Read on to learn more.
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Learn to Code
What is Coding? Part I: Understanding the Basics
If you want to learn any programming language, understanding basic programming concepts is essential. We try to answer "what is coding?"
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Job & Career Advice
You Asked, We Answered: Is It Harder Out There for Older Developers?
A coding bootcamp can seem like a big commitment at any phase of life, but mid-career aspiring programmers have unique concerns about their futures after coding bootcamp. Get answers to commonly asked questions in this post.
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How Fullstack Works
Laying Strong Foundations for Coding Bootcamp
So you’ve conquered our Javascript 101 and maybe even Bootcamp Prep and gotten yourself accepted to bootcamp. Whoo-hoo—what’s next? We’re glad you asked because we can’t wait to introduce you to Foundations, our remote pre-work phase. This will be your first real taste of coding bootcamp, done entirely at your own pace.
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Women in Tech
Bootcamp Grads Become the Most Well-Rounded Programmers
Liz Phillips started off in theater and production design and ended up at Grace Hopper feeling burned out and in dire need of a change. Follow along with her journey to find out how Grace Hopper restored her sanity and why she works to recruit other women alums to her company.
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Job & Career Advice
What Do Software Engineers Do? Job Types, Training, and Salary
With the job outlook for software engineers predicted to grow at 21% over the next 9 years, you may be wondering, "What do software engineers do?" Learn about types of software engineers, jobs and salaries, and how to become a software engineer.
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Job & Career Advice
How to Get a High-Paying Job as a Software Engineer
From the skills and training you need to salary estimates based on location, follow these steps to land a job in software engineering.
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