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Course ReportHow Will Career Services Change Now That Lighthouse Labs is Owned by Uvaro?Uvaro acquired Lighthouse Labs in January 2025 — so what does that mean for career services at Lighthouse Labs? To get the inside scoop, Liz Eggleston sat down with Jeremy Shaki, CEO of Lighthouse Labs, and Sheila Fung, Director of Member Programming at Uvaro. Learn how students benefit from this partnership with career support starting from day one of the Lighthouse Labs bootcamps. Full transcript: https://www.coursereport.com/blog/how-will-career-services-change-now-that-lighthouse-labs-is-owned-by-uvaro2025-04-1038 minCourse ReportThe 31 Best Coding Bootcamps of 2025🎉 It's here: The 31 Best Coding Bootcamps of 2025! Liz and Jess from the Course Report team dive into the details about how they create this annual list and why these 31 schools made this year's list.
➡️ Read the full list here: https://bit.ly/best-coding-bootcamps
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Course ReportJune 2023 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupHappy Summer! This June, we saw a big fundraise for a European bootcamp, and two large OPMs reacting to the latest guidance from the Department of Education. With skills-based hiring gaining momentum, there was more news about workforce development programs (read: free technical training for you!). Plus, we’ll let you know about the 9 new coding bootcamps that we added to the Course Report directory in June. https://www.coursereport.com/blog/june-2023-coding-bootcamp-news2023-06-2917 minCourse ReportMay 2023 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn the heels of new generative AI tools in May, coding bootcamps began announcing new AI courses and/or updated curriculums that include AI tools. We got an on-the-ground perspective of how coding bootcamps are integrating this new tech from two coding bootcamp executives this month. There were positive statistics that IT hiring in non-technical fields continues to climb. Plus, we’ll let you know about the 9 new coding bootcamps that we added to the Course Report directory in May. https://bit.ly/Bootcamp-News-May-20232023-05-3020 minCourse ReportIs Now a Good Time to Get Into Tech?Jeff Casimir, Executive Director at Turing School of Software & Design, takes this question head-on, laying out a roadmap to great opportunities for those considering a tech career by enrolling at Turing. Learn how Turing is iterating on its career support to ensure students are landing tech roles now, and Jeff’s take on what AI could mean for future tech roles.2023-05-2246 minCourse ReportAI in Software Engineering: How to Stay Ahead of the CurveThere's seemingly a new generative AI tool launching every other day! How do you stay ahead of the AI curve — especially if you were hoping to make a career change into tech this year? Evan Shy, CEO of Coding Temple, digs into how Coding Temple is iterating to meet the demands of today’s tech workforce, and how AI may change the types of jobs that bootcamp students are hired for. Full transcript: https://bit.ly/AI-Coding-Temple2023-05-1117 minCourse ReportApril 2023 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupWe’ve got news on how AI is already being included in coding bootcamp curriculums, and the tech training provider that closed an $8M funding round. 2U brought a lawsuit against the Department of Education, and movement on Pell grants for short-term programs remains stalled. There was more good news about state- and federally-funded training that is removing barriers to technical careers. Plus, learn which 7 new coding bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory in April. https://bit.ly/April-2023-news2023-05-0120 min
Course ReportMarch 2023 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupThis March on International Women’s Day, we hosted a live Q&A with four bootcamp alumnae to hear about their career changes into tech and their tips for other women considering pivoting into tech. Despite the big tech layoff turbulence, IT hiring predictions for Q2 2023 are looking strong. The popular veterans benefit, VET TEC will wrap up at the end of 2023, and we’re sharing latest from Capitol Hill about whether this program will gain permanent funding. Plus, find out which 5 new coding bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory.2023-03-3019 minCourse ReportFebruary 2023 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupThis episode, we're covering $70M in fundraises and acquisitions in the coding bootcamp space, and how a few bootcamps are making the shift to include apprenticeships. Layoffs at big tech companies continued to loom in the headlines — but are those layoffs actually affecting bootcamp graduates? Plus, the latest on OPM regulation and a new Pell Grant bill for short-term programs, and 7 bootcamps new to the Course Report directory this February!2023-03-0220 minCourse ReportJanuary 2023 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupHappy New Year! 2023 kicked off with lots of news about tech giant layoffs, but many journalists uncovered the industries that are actually adding tech jobs right now. We're diving into what this tech job market could mean for bootcamp grads. Plus, listen in for the latest news about acquisitions and fundraises in the coding bootcamp space, a coding bootcamp that offers college credit, and 9 new bootcamps added to the Course Report listings! https://bit.ly/jan2023-bootcamp-news2023-02-0124 minCourse Report2022: The Year in Review for Coding Bootcamp NewsWe’re looking back at a very eventful 2022, and rounding up the most impactful news we saw in the coding bootcamp space. Follow along as we call out the top trends in 2022, break down this year’s biggest coding bootcamp acquisitions and fundraises, and our predictions for 2023!2023-01-0343 min
Course ReportNovember 2022 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupTwo bootcamps announced acquisitions and $70 million was invested in alternative education this November. We’re covering how the recent midterm elections in the U.S. could impact support for education & workforce development. Apprenticeship programs continue to gain bipartisan support, and we were excited to learn of a tech training program aimed at supporting women. Plus, find out about the 5 new bootcamps that we added to the Course Report directory. https://bit.ly/Nov-22-News2022-11-3017 minCourse ReportOctober 2022 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn this episode, we're highlighting a new fundraise in the blockchain bootcamp space. We’ve got an update on ISA regulation, and we’re rounding up several public/private partnerships with coding bootcamps. Employers share how skills-based hiring is really going in a new Deloitte report, and a tech school in Brooklyn that could be an alternative to the four-year degree. Plus, learn more about the 7 new coding bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory this October and 4 exclusive bootcamp scholarships just for Course Report readers! https://bit.ly/Oct2022-News2022-11-0223 minCourse ReportSeptember 2022 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupHappy fall, everyone! This September, we saw more speculation on how the Pell Grant for short-term programs bill could pass in the U.S. There was also discussion about how regulators are shaping Income Share Agreements and Online Program Managers. A new tech apprenticeship initiative broke ground in the U.S., and we’ll dive into a think piece about the future of women in tech initiatives. Plus, we tell you all about the 10 new coding bootcamps that we added to the Course Report directory this month! https://bit.ly/Sept-2022-Bootcamp-News2022-09-2822 minCourse ReportAugust 2022 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupThis August, we saw over $175M in fundraises in the coding bootcamp space! Republicans in the US shared what they would like to see in an expanded Pell Grant program, and OPM giant, 2U, had some growing pains as it shifts to focusing on edX. Skills-based hiring continues to be top of mind for employers, so we saw plenty about how coding bootcamps are helping people land in-demand tech jobs without CS degrees. Plus, we added 16 new bootcamps to the Course Report school listings this August! https://bit.ly/Aug-2022-Bootcamp-News2022-08-3126 minCourse ReportJuly 2022 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupThis July, the bootcamp industry heated up with a $10M fundraise, an acquisition, and a $2B rumor. Drama about OPM regulation continued, and there’s still a lot of back-and-forth about whether the Pell Grant expansion will include online programs. Skills-based hiring continues to be a top trend, including how to diversify tech teams with women technologists and formerly incarcerated individuals. We're covering the lates about successful apprenticeship programs and workforce development partnerships. Plus, find out which 9 new coding bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory in July! https://bit.ly/July-2022-Bootcamp-News2022-08-0124 minCourse ReportJune 2022 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupHappy Summer! Tech hiring is at an all-time high despite news of layoffs and hiring freezes. We caught wind of four workforce developments for aspiring bootcampers, and three major fundraises in the coding bootcamp sphere amounted to $395M. There was talk about next steps for OPM since the release of the GAO report, and a new lawsuit concerned with job guarantees at an online bootcamp. Plus, find out about the 9 new coding bootcamps that we added to the Course Report directory in June! https://bit.ly/June-2022-Bootcamp-News2022-06-2924 minCourse ReportMay 2022 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupThe biggest takeaways from a U.S. Government Accountability Office report about Online Program Managers (OPMs) and a study on 2U-boot camp alumni outcomes. Find out which bootcamp raised $100M this May, and the education trends coming out of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). There are new training programs geared towards women and undergraduates, and we added 5 new bootcamps to the Course Report directory in May. https://bit.ly/May-2022-News2022-05-3128 minCourse ReportApril 2022 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupApril saw more discussion around the merits of a coding bootcamp education over college, and if companies should fully drop the 4-year degree requirement from tech job postings. A new ISA lawsuit in California emerged and a recent survey by Arc.dev found that coding bootcamp grads earn 12% more than college grads! Plus, find out which 10 new bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory. https://bit.ly/April-2022-News2022-05-0326 minCourse ReportMarch 2022 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupSo far, 4.35 million Americans have quit their jobs this year, and many are making career changes. Find out the latest about how bootcamps are helping these folks meet their career goals, and a new apprenticeship program that caught our eye. This March, two new organizations focused on bootcamp outcomes emerged. Plus, we added 10 new bootcamps to the Course Report directory! https://www.coursereport.com/blog/march-2022-coding-bootcamp-news2022-04-0124 minCourse ReportFebruary 2022 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupAfter months of reporting about federal funding for short-term programs, it looks like the next step has been made to open up Pell grants to training programs like bootcamps. We’re covering the debate among bootcamps about the benefits (and challenges) of publishing alumni job outcomes. Learn more about February’s largest acquisitions and fundraises, news about ageism in tech, and what employers are learning from The Great Resignation. Plus, find out which 14 new bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory this month! https://www.coursereport.com/blog/february-2022-coding-bootcamp-news2022-02-2822 minCourse ReportJanuary 2021 Coding Bootcamp News Roundup2022 started with a $525M acquisition of a bootcamp-adjacent company and a $10M grant from Melinda French Gates. Bootcamps continued to receive stamps of approval from government and workforce development organizations, and a major indication from the Department of Labor about registered apprenticeships. Plus, find out which 7 new bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory! https://www.coursereport.com/blog/january-2022-coding-bootcamp-news2022-01-3117 min
Course ReportVeterans In Bootcamps: GI Bill vs VET TEC vs VRRAP in 2022Should you use the GI Bill or VET TEC or VRRAP for a Coding Bootcamp? Maggi from Operation Code and Alicia from Code Platoon join to explain the pros and cons of each program! https://www.coursereport.com/blog/gi-bill-vs-vet-tec-vs-vrrap-for-coding-bootcamps2022-01-2036 minCourse ReportCoding Bootcamps in 2021: Our End of Year Episode!2021 was another rollercoaster of a year for coding bootcamps! From $1B in fundraises to ISA regulation to helping workers reskill – we're rounding up all of the biggest coding bootcamp news that happened in 2021. Plus, predictions for 2022 from Gautam from Springboard, Maggi from Operation Code, Jason from BrainStation, and Dan from CIRR & Launch Academy as well as our own! https://www.coursereport.com/blog/2021-coding-bootcamp-news-roundup2022-01-0334 minCourse ReportCourse Report November 2021 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupThis month, we saw coding bootcamps rebranding, achieving graduate success milestones, and helping people reskill during the Great Resignation. There was buzz on the real value of a coding bootcamp, plus an honest take from Silicon Valley tech recruiters about if bootcamp graduates are welcomed as new hires in that space (spoiler alert: they are!). Learn more about how coding bootcamps are helping women veterans and Indigenous people get into tech careers. Plus, find out which 8 new bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory this month!2021-11-3030 minCourse ReportOctober 2021 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupAmidst “The Great Resignation,” 13% of workers say they want to land a new job in tech – we’re covering the latest on what it means to make a career change in October. A few coding bootcamps saw major fundraises over $100M(!), and in the news, we saw that the current administration continues to support apprenticeships. There was more talk about what it would take to extend Pell Grants to short-term programs, and how women are faring after the “she-session” of 2020. Plus, find out which 14 new bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory this month!2021-10-2825 min
Course ReportCourse Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup - September 2021Happy Fall! With the kick-off of a new academic year, we saw more buzz about the value of attending college versus a coding bootcamp as major industries drop the college degree requirement. In this episode, we're covering transparency reports from OPEs, ISA regulation, new ideas about how to diversify the tech pipeline, and the latest on workforce development.Plus, find out which 5 new bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory this month!2021-09-2926 minCourse ReportWas Borrowing an Ascent Loan Worth it For Liam?Liam was able to attend a bootcamp with a loan (and living stipend) from Ascent Funding (previously SkillsFund). Was it worth it? Was he able to pay back the loan? Find out in this episode!2021-09-1324 minCourse ReportCourse Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup - August 2021August was buzzing with news about the benefits of credentialing for alternative, skills-based learning. We’re sharing the latest on the Apprenticeship to College Act in Congress, and regional workforce development programs, plus a $25M fundraise, an acquisition, two pivots in the bootcamp world, and one closure of a long-standing data science program. Find out which 11 new bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory this August!2021-09-0127 minCourse ReportCourse Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup - July 2021This July, we’re reporting on one huge ($850M!) bootcamp acquisition and $35 million in bootcamp fundraises. Higher ed experts debate expanding federal funding to short-term programs like bootcamps. We’re covering what bootcamps need to do beyond just teaching students to code, and we’ll share a bunch of partnerships that are giving validity to the bootcamp model in July. Plus, we added 8 new bootcamps to the Course Report directory this month!2021-07-2830 min
Course ReportCourse Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup - June 2021Tech hiring is booming, but there’s an apparent shortage of tech workers. We’re diving into all the news we read this month about hiring, reskilling, upskilling, and diversifying the tech pipeline through programs like coding bootcamps and employer-side training. We're covering Indiana's new Income Share Agreement (ISA) legislation by speaking with Eleven Fifty Academy’s Founder & CEO Scott Jones. Plus, find out which 12 new bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory this month! https://bit.ly/Coding-Bootcamp-News-June-20212021-07-0133 minCourse ReportCourse Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup - May 2021As the world reopens, we’re happy to relay news that tech hiring is on the rise, which means plenty of job opportunities for bootcamp graduates! This episode, we’re talking about reports that companies are partnering with coding bootcamps to reskill their internal workforce, and what this could mean for the future of education. Plus, the latest on Lambda School's lawsuit, and what has (and hasn’t) changed when it comes to diversifying the tech pipeline. http://bit.ly/May-Coding-Bootcamp-News2021-06-0127 minCourse ReportCourse Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup - April 2021In this episode, we dive into how President Biden’s $2 trillion infrastructure plan could play a major role in workforce development training to fill those vacancies and how coding bootcamps may fit into that plan. Plus, April's largest fundraises in the coding bootcamp space, all of the newest diversity in tech initiatives, and the 10 new coding bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory!2021-04-2924 minCourse ReportCourse Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup - March 2021March is Women's History Month, so we're sharing media coverage we heard about the women-in-tech initiatives and scholarships at coding bootcamps. March also marks one year since the pandemic began in the U.S. — find out the latest about workforce development initiatives. Plus, we're covering the big SNHU bootcamp acquisition and the 21 new bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory this month! bit.ly/Coding-Bootcamp-News-April-20212021-04-0128 minCourse ReportFebruary 2021 Coding Bootcamp News: $150M in fundraises + bootcamps in space!This February, coding bootcamps announced $42M in fundraising – and another $110M more if you include money injected into the ISA (Income Share Agreement) industry. As the U.S. continues the attempt to get people back to work, we saw lots of encouraging news about new workforce development programs. And with the rise in university-bootcamp partnerships these days, we’re diving into the pros and cons of this kind of business relationship for universities and bootcamps alike. Plus, we introduce you to the 11 new bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory in February 2021! http://bit.ly/february-2021-bootcamp-podcast2021-02-2624 minCourse ReportJanuary 2021 Coding Bootcamp News2021 began with $118M in coding bootcamp fundraises, plus a few major acquisitions in the bootcamp space. December 2020’s job numbers showed tech adding many new positions. In this episode, we're highlighting new workforce development programs, and the rise of cybersecurity bootcamps. Plus, learn about the 16 new bootcamps we added to the Course Report directory in January! http://bit.ly/Coding-Bootcamp-News-Jan-20212021-02-0230 minCourse ReportCoding Bootcamp News in Review: 2020In this episode, we're rounding up the most impactful coding bootcamp news we saw in 2020, including 2020's top trends and biggest acquisitions and fundraises. Plus, our predictions for the new year, and what we’re hoping to see in the bootcamp world in 2021! http://bit.ly/2020-Coding-Bootcamp-News-Roundup2021-01-0435 minCourse ReportNovember 2020 Coding Bootcamp NewsThis episode, we’re talking about one major bootcamp acquisition and three fundraises (including one over $75MM)! But of course, the biggest news this November was the U.S. election, so we’re covering news about the Trump administration’s legacy on private education, and what the bootcamp industry can expect under the new Biden administration. Coding bootcamps continued to partner with workforce development programs to educate students for free, and also rolled out several initiatives for military veterans. Plus, learn about the 10 new coding bootcamps we added to the Course Report school listings this November! bit.ly/Nov-2020-News-Roundup2020-12-0233 minCourse ReportOctober 2020 Coding Bootcamp NewsWorkforce development was on everyone’s minds this month. In this new roundup, we’re covering the latest initiatives to lift up unemployed Americans and avoid a K-shaped economic recovery, and we're covering new scholarships to boost diversity in tech. Plus, new coding bootcamps, including two university-coding bootcamps, and more about Course Report's newly released 2020-2021 Best Coding Bootcamps list! http://bit.ly/Oct-News-Roundup-20202020-10-2925 minCourse ReportSeptember 2020 Coding Bootcamp NewsIt’s a new school year, but with COVID-19 ever-present, we read more interesting articles about Gap Year opportunities for college students. There was plenty of buzz around workforce development in September, and more regulatory news from California about the fate of Income Share Agreements. Plus, we round up the coding bootcamps opening up their virtual doors this Fall and the 14 new schools added to the Course Report school directory this month! http://bit.ly/Coding-Bootcamp-News-Sept-20202020-10-0127 minCourse ReportAugust 2020 Coding Bootcamp NewsOver $100M was invested in coding bootcamps this August! We cover those fundraises, plus the rising interest in gap years and the demand for upskilling, and how coding bootcamps are uniquely positioned to meet both of those needs. August marks the Women’s Vote Centennial in the U.S., and we uncovered advice on how tech can further diversify its workforce, plus three impressive scholarships coding bootcamps are offering to diversity the tech pipeline. And of course, we’ll tell you all about the 5 new schools we added to the Course Report school directory this August! bit.ly/Coding-Bootcamp-News-Aug-20202020-08-2726 minCourse ReportJuly 2020 Coding Bootcamp NewsThis July, there was so much going on in U.S. politics and we saw it trickling into the coding bootcamp sphere. We also continued to see discussions around opening the gates of tech to more diverse, qualified candidates and reskilling initiatives as well as a fascinating new study about the effectiveness of the traditional technical interview. Plus, we dig into all of the recent news about bootcamp acquisitions, a $130MM fundraise, and 13 new coding bootcamps! bit.ly/Coding-Bootcamp-News-July-20202020-07-3028 minCourse ReportJune 2020 Coding Bootcamp NewsThis June, we’re covering fundraises in the bootcamp world, ways bootcamps can integrate with workforce development, and the pros and cons of Income Share Agreements. Plus, we dig into the ways that bootcamps can diversify the tech pipeline amongst calls for racial equality in June. bit.ly/Coding-Bootcamp-News-June2020-06-3035 minCourse ReportMay 2020 Coding Bootcamp NewsWhile the global pause on life-as-we-know-it continued through May, we continued to see coding bootcamps taking extraordinary action to meet the needs of those who are unemployed or underemployed due to COVID-19. May was also abuzz with ideas on how to reskill a workforce through partnerships with bootcamps, and plenty of advice for those on the remote job hunt now. Plus, we’re diving into how large edtech companies Chegg, K12, and 2U fared in Q1 and the 14 new coding bootcamps we’ve added to the Course Report school directory. bit.ly/May-2020-Bootcamp-News2020-05-2829 minCourse ReportApril 2020 Coding Bootcamp NewsAs much of the world was on pause this April, we’re sharing musings about the future of work and how alternative education like coding bootcamps can help with reskilling a workforce. We've got tips for how to network online and strategy ideas to help your online job search. Plus, more on how coding bootcamps are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the new hardship scholarships and initiatives now available.
Music by: BenSound and Positive Ukulele2020-04-3027 minCourse ReportMarch 2020 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn March, we chat about how coding bootcamps are responding to the coronavirus pandemic, tips for making the most of online learning, the future of education post-pandemic, MOOCs, fundraises and university partnerships, ISAs and accreditation woes, and how employers can find and foster tech talent within their own teams! bit.ly/March-Coding-Bootcamp-News
Music by: BenSound and Positive Ukulele2020-03-3128 min
Course ReportFebruary 2020 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupThe Course Report team rounds up all the February 2020 news about acquisitions, fundraises, and partnerships in the coding bootcamp world. We're talking about the latest on coding bootcamp accreditation, regulation, and income share agreements this episode. Plus the future of tech education as coding bootcamps grow more popular! And of course a roundup of coding bootcamp updates, new campuses, and new coding bootcamps in the Course Report directory. bit.ly/february-2020-podcast2020-02-2726 minCourse ReportJanuary 2020 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupThe Course Report team kicks off 2020 with news about acquisitions, fundraises, and partnerships in the coding bootcamp world. Also the latest on coding bootcamp accreditation and regulation this episode. Tips on how to spruce up your resume for that new tech job! And of course a roundup of coding bootcamp updates, new campuses, and new coding bootcamps in the Course Report directory. bit.ly/Jan2020-Coding-Bootcamp-News2020-01-3022 minCourse ReportCoding Bootcamps in Review: 2019The Course Report team looks back at the coding bootcamp industry in 2019, including 2019 trends, new schools, new courses, fundraises, acquisitions, and make a forecast for 2020! bit.ly/bootcampreview20192020-01-0237 minCourse ReportOctober 2019 Bootcamp NewsFundraising Fall kicked off this October with three multi-million dollar bootcamp fundraises (plus one coding bootcamp was put up for sale). We’re also covering news about why companies like IBM and Accenture hire coding bootcamp grads, which companies are partnering with bootcamps to offer scholarships, and why more universities are launching bootcamps. Plus, find out information about the 8 new schools and countless campuses that launched in October! bit.ly/october-2019-podcast2019-10-2935 min
Course ReportSeptember 2019 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn September, one of the largest online tech bootcamps got acquired, two schools raised capital, and companies like Adobe, Pandora, Airbnb, Capgemini, and JP Morgan Chase talked to journalists about hiring from coding bootcamps! We also chat about two free coding bootcamp options and the difference between CS degrees, coding bootcamps, and self-teaching. Plus find out about 6 new schools and our favorite articles on the Course Report blog! bit.ly/September-2019-podcast2019-10-0131 min
Course ReportAugust 2019 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn August we published our latest industry report (23,000 grads expected in 2019), Flatiron School acquired a cybersecurity bootcamp, and some new job outcomes reporting rubrics were released! We chat about income share agreements, coding bootcamps for social good, women in tech, and companies hiring from (and vouching for) coding bootcamps. Plus, we tell you about the 9 newest tech bootcamps that opened in August! bit.ly/august-2019-podcast2019-08-2933 min
Course ReportJuly 2019 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn July we chat about coding bootcamp fundraises totalling more than $5 million, a number of companies like Twitter and New York banks which are partnering with coding bootcamps to train students, we break down a new income share agreement bill in the Senate, relay tips for determining if an online course is a scam, and tell you about a handful of new scholarships and apprenticeships! bit.ly/july-2019-news-podcast2019-08-0134 min
Course ReportJune 2019 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupJune 2019: A coding bootcamp fundraise, an interesting acquisition, and great new initiatives to encourage more women and underrepresented groups to get into tech. In this month’s podcast, we talk about the status of the tech skills shortage, what is happening to fill the gaps in areas like data science and cybersecurity, and the ongoing conversation around income share agreements. Plus, the CEOs of huge companies like Intuit, Upwork, and IBM share their opinions of bootcamps. bit.ly/june-2019-podcast2019-07-0127 min
Course ReportMay 2019 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn May we read about military veterans learning to code, the New York Times published three articles about coding bootcamps, income share agreements remained a hot topic, and we heard about a bootcamp facing a lawsuit. Plus find out about diversity scholarships, university + coding bootcamp partnerships and more! bit.ly/may-2019-podcast2019-05-3041 min
Course ReportApril 2019 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn April, we saw exciting fundraising and acquisition news, ISAs (income sharing agreements continued to be a hot topic, and coding bootcamps began getting approved for a new veterans program. We also saw great diversity initiatives and scholarship opportunities for bootcamps in the US and abroad. bit.ly/april-2019-news2019-05-0135 min
Course ReportMarch 2019 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupHear the latest coding bootcamp news from March 2019. Find out which bootcamp was acquired, which bootcamps have new campuses, and why Karlie Kloss is relevant to bootcamps! Plus hear about free coding bootcamps and new diversity scholarships! bit.ly/march-2019-news2019-04-0132 min
Course ReportWhat is AWS? Codesmith instructor Schno Mozingo explains.What is Amazon Web Services? In today’s world, understanding the ecosystem beyond coding can be the difference between a junior and a senior software engineer. One part of that ecosystem is cloud computing infrastructure like Amazon Web Services (AWS). Schno Mozingo, Head of Curriculum at Codesmith, walks us through the basics of AWS, how companies and developers are using it, and why understanding AWS can help bootcampers land higher-level engineering positions. bit.ly/what-is-aws2019-03-0723 min
Course ReportFebruary 2019 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn February we heard some interesting debates about the ethics of data science, how bootcamps are partnering with universities and companies like Infosys and Google, and how the number of tech education options in Africa is growing! Plus, Thinkful attempted to predict the Oscars, the Ohio Lt. Governor stopped by Tech Elevator, and women in bootcamps were recognized. We also looked at various ways to pay for bootcamp, and tips for breaking into tech. Listen to the podcast or read the roundup: bit.ly/february-2019-podcast2019-03-0131 minCourse ReportGo to Bootcamp for Free? Let's Talk about the Web Development FellowshipOn this episode of the Course Report podcast, we are talking about a New York City initiative that is helping certain lucky students attend coding bootcamps for free. It's called the NYC Tech Talent Pipeline, and it aims to increase the number of employees with software skills in the city. We chat about why this initiative exists, what you'll learn in the program, and how you can take advantage of it. www.coursereport.com/resources/money-matters2019-02-0735 min
Course ReportJanuary 2019 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn January, the news was all about Income Sharing Agreements and university coding bootcamps. We start with a potential policy change discussion in Congress, talk through a $30 million fundraise, and summarize articles about ISAs from New York Times, Fortune, Vice, and TechCrunch. Plus, we tell you about the 11 new bootcamps that we added to the Course Report directory in January! bit.ly/january-2019-bootcamp-news2019-01-3130 min
Course Report2018 Coding Bootcamp News & TrendsAt the end of 2018, we rewind and reflect on the most interesting and impactful coding bootcamp news of the year. We look at trends, digest thought pieces, break down the ~$175 million in funding, and more. We also look at our predictions for 2019 and our hopes for the future of coding education! bit.ly/2018-bootcamp-roundup2018-12-2732 min
Course ReportNovember 2018 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupAt Course Report in November we read about how Amazon’s new headquarters will impact the coding bootcamps in NYC, we were sad to hear that a school is closing, we heard advice for being successful at bootcamp, and found out about new initiatives to improve diversity in tech! Plus we look at new schools and campuses around the world and discuss our favorite pieces on the Course Report blog. bit.ly/november-2018-podcast2018-11-2934 min
Course ReportOctober 2018 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn October we read about two big coding bootcamp acquisitions and a couple of fundraises! We examine the partnerships and rivalries between universities and code schools, we heard about the interesting backgrounds of some female bootcamp founders, and found out what sort of demand there is for software developers in the tech industry! There were also articles about companies teaming up with bootcamps, and we look at two coding bootcamps which are going through some hardships right now. Plus a book and a podcast to bookmark! bit.ly/october-2018-news-roundup2018-10-3129 minCourse ReportHow to Get into Coding Bootcamp: Hear from 7 SchoolsIn this live Q&A we heard tips for acing the coding bootcamp interview from reps from Flatiron School, Hack Reactor, Fullstack Academy, Codesmith, New York Code + Design Academy, Galvanize, and the Grace Hopper Program. Find out how to prepare for the code school application, and how to ace the coding challenge! bit.ly/how-to-get-into-bootcamp2018-10-1050 min
Course ReportSeptember 2018 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn September we saw a lot of new data around women in tech and coding bootcamps increasing accessibility for underrepresented groups. We read about new apprenticeship initiatives, heard from students and founders about their experiences. There were also articles about the impact of bootcamps on the education industry as a whole, and advice about finding a job after bootcamp. bit.ly/sept-2018-news2018-10-0231 minCourse ReportTraditional Education vs Coding Bootcamps ft. Jeff Casimir (Turing School)What are the differences between the coding bootcamp and traditional K-12 or higher education models? In this episode, we’re talking about what it actually feels like and looks like to learn at a bootcamp. Guest Jeff Casimir from Turing School in Denver breaks down the differences between traditional education and a bootcamp, and how folks who didn’t do well in high school or college may really benefit from a bootcamp learning style. bit.ly/bootcamp-vs-traditional-edu2018-09-0648 min
Course ReportAugust 2018: Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn August we heard about a $43 million fundraise and a big acquisition, we saw the decline of CS degrees in the tech job market, we read about a bunch of interesting alumni, we looked at how coding bootcamps can help us avoid “robogeddon,” and we celebrated an initiative teaching women in prisons to code. Plus, we’ll talk about all of the new bootcamps in August and our favorite blog posts! bit.ly/August-2018-bootcamp-news2018-08-3032 min
Course ReportJuly 2018 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn July two huge coding bootcamps merged, one raised a few million, we look at coding bootcamps vs colleges, and innovative ways to pay for bootcamp! Find out about new coding bootcamps around the world, and hear about our favorite pieces on the Course Report blog. bit.ly/july-2018-podcast2018-07-3135 min
Course ReportJune 2018 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn the coding bootcamp industry in June 2018 the biggest trend we saw was coding bootcamps funneling into apprenticeships! We also saw two big Fundraises, by bootcamp-adjacent organizations, we heard about some interesting new legislation which could change how online bootcamps operate, and some bootcamp alumni launched interesting new careers. We also look at the effect bootcamps are having on tech industries in areas around the world, which bootcamps are offering scholarships to help women and underrepresented groups launch tech careers, and we’ll look partnerships bootcamps are forming with big companies like Facebook. bit.ly/june-2018-coding-bootcamp-podcast2018-06-2932 minCourse ReportMay 2018: Coding Bootcamp News RoundupFrom acquisitions to super successful alumni to new scholarship initiatives, the month of May was full of coding bootcamp news. Learn which school was acquired by WeWork, who raised $100K, and which city Facebook will partner with next. bit.ly/May-2018-news-podcast2018-05-3133 min
Course ReportApril 2018 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn our April 2018 technology bootcamp news roundup we discuss four overarching trends we read about in April – bootcamp acquisitions, employers putting their own employees through bootcamp, continued debate between college vs bootcamp, and efforts to expand accessibility to coding education for underrepresented groups in tech. We also look at apprenticeships, the evolution of bootcamp curricula, life after bootcamp, and new bootcamps! bit.ly/April-2018-News2018-04-3032 min
Course ReportMarch 2018 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn our March 2018 technology bootcamp news roundup we discuss all the industry news that we talked about at Course Report in March! We have some fun celebratory announcements, we look at news about positive impacts bootcamps are having on individuals and companies,
the debate continues between coding bootcamps and computer science degrees, we heard about some great student experiences at bootcamp and some wonderful diversity and scholarship initiatives, Plus, there are lots of new coding bootcamps and campuses! Read the roundup here: bit.ly/March-2018-bootcamp-news2018-03-2926 minCourse ReportThe New GI Bill and Coding Bootcamps: Why(and How)It WorksWhich coding bootcamps are approved for the GI Bill, and what is the process of using it for your tuition? In this podcast we talk to Maggi Molina, who works with Operation Code, a nonprofit that helps veterans get into tech; Erin Frazier, the Director of Operations at The Software Guild, a coding bootcamp that was recently approved to offer VA benefits; and Eric Dowdy, a Turing School of Software and Design grad, and 8-year Air Force veteran. We look at the history of the GI Bill, what it’s like transitioning from the military to a coding bootcamp, why ve...2018-03-2140 min
Course ReportFebruary 2018 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupIn this roundup of February 2018 coding bootcamp news we talk about government support for bootcamps, companies training their employees at bootcamps, the debate between colleges versus bootcamps, and the pros and cons of income sharing agreements. We also herald the achievement of bootcamp grads, look at initiatives that are helping underrepresented groups get into tech, and provide updates about new bootcamps and campuses. bit.ly/February-2018-news-podcast
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Course ReportAll-Women’s Bootcamps: Shifting the Balance in Tech?In this episode, we talk about women’s success at women's coding bootcamps, with an instructor and a graduate from Fullstack Academy and The Grace Hopper Program. We discuss how the number of women in bootcamps has changed over time, if all-women bootcamps are good or bad for the problem, and how women can use bootcamps to make a transition into tech.
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Course ReportEpisode 23: January 2018 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn the Course Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup, we keep you up to date with the coding bootcamp industry. In January there was a fundraising announcement from an online bootcamp, journalists explored why employers should hire bootcamp grads, we read about community colleges versus bootcamps, and how bootcamps are helping to grow tech ecosystems. bit.ly/january-2018-podcast2018-01-3036 min
Course ReportEpisode 22: 2017 Coding Bootcamps Trends + News RoundupIn our End of Year Coding Bootcamp News Roundup, we discuss the most defining news stories of 2017, including two bootcamp closures, legislation affecting bootcamps, 94 new schools, major bootcamp acquisitions and consolidation, and over $100M in fundraises! Plus, the most popular posts on the Course Report blog! bit.ly/2017-coding-bootcamp-trends-podcast2017-12-2731 minCourse ReportEpisode 21: November 2017 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn the Course Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup, we keep you up to date with the blossoming coding bootcamp industry. This November, we're covering the WeWork/Flatiron School acquisition, over $2M in funding to various bootcamps, and why tech is booming in "Heartland" cities. Plus, is The Iron Yard back from the dead? Full links and shownotes here: bit.ly/Nov-News-Roundup-20172017-12-0129 minCourse ReportBuilding Diversity in Coding Bootcamps ft. Flatiron SchoolOne of the challenges that bootcamps face and have really taken head-on is building diverse classrooms. If you’ve looked at demographics research, you know that tech is woefully not diverse – and that means everything from a lack in racial to gender to cognitive diversity. But a lot of bootcamps are actually doing interesting things in this realm: around scholarships, community outreach, and partnerships with local government to get into untapped communities and train people with a lot of potential but very little access to tech. On today’s podcast, we’re going to explore how one bootcamp, Flatiron School, approach...2017-11-0956 minCourse ReportEpisode 19: October 2017 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupThe Best Coding Bootcamps of 2017, the Flatiron School settlement (and acquisition by WeWork!), a huge merger, and several fundraises. Plus, how coding bootcamps are helping train teams through corporate training partnerships, new schools around the world, and more! bit.ly/October-2017-podcast2017-10-3136 min
Course ReportEpisode 18: September 2017 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupNeed a run down of coding bootcamp news for September? This month, we talk about the status of the bootcamp industry, learn about how bootcamps are thriving in smaller markets, explore different ways to pay for bootcamp, and look at universities vs coding bootcamps. Plus, we added new schools from around the world to the Course Report school directory! Read below or listen to our latest Coding Bootcamp News Roundup Podcast: bit.ly/Sept-17-News-Roundup2017-09-2827 min
Course ReportEpisode 17: August 2017 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupWhat on earth has been going on with coding bootcamps in August 2017? We’ve put together the most important news and developments in this blog post and podcast. In August, we read about the aftermath of two coding bootcamps closing, companies who like hiring coding bootcamps, a $3 billion GI Bill that includes coding bootcamp funding, why Google and Amazon are partnering with bootcamps, and diversity initiatives. Plus we round up all the new campuses and coding bootcamps around the world. Read the blog post here: bit.ly/august-2017-coding-bootcamp-news (Music by BenSound)2017-08-3127 min
Course ReportEpisode 16: July 2017 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupNeed a summary of news about coding bootcamps from July 2017? We’ve put together the most important news and developments in this blog post and podcast. In July, we read about the closure of two major coding bootcamps, new industry reports, student success stories, new investments in bootcamps, and we were excited to hear about more diversity initiatives and scholarships. Plus we round up all the new campuses and new coding bootcamps around the world. bit.ly/July-2017-coding-bootcamp-news
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Course ReportEpisode 15: June 2017 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupMissed any news about coding bootcamps from June 2017? Course Report is here for you! We’ve compiled the most important news and developments including John Oliver and Megyn Kelly talking about coding bootcamps, new investments in programming bootcamps, the impact bootcamps are having at a local level, diversity initiatives, and scholarships. bit.ly/June-2017-news2017-06-2926 min
Course ReportEpisode 14: May 2017 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupNeed an overview of coding bootcamp news from May? You’re in the right place! We’ve collected all the most important news including a number of insightful surveys about employers, programming languages, and learners, advice about choosing a bootcamp, efforts to encourage women and veterans to learn to code, and student experiences at bootcamp. bit.ly/May-2017-news2017-06-0130 min
Course ReportEpisode 13 April 2017 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupMissed out on coding bootcamp news in April? We’ve collected everything in this handy podcast. Find out why outcomes reporting is useful for students, how schools are working to boost their diversity with scholarships, student experiences at bootcamp, and new schools. bit.ly/April-2017-news2017-05-0126 min
Course ReportEpisode 12: March 2017 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupWe’ve been keeping an eye on all the coding bootcamp news in March 2017 and put it together in a handy podcast. We read a lot about CIRR and outcomes reporting, we heard from reporters and coding bootcamp students about getting hired after coding bootcamp, a number of schools announced exciting diversity initiatives, and lots of new schools launched! bit.ly/March-2017-News-Roundup2017-03-3145 min
Course ReportEpisode 11: February 2017 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn the Course Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup, we keep you up to date with the blossoming coding bootcamp industry. This month we found out the three most in-demand programming languages, we read about how coding could be the new blue collar job, and looked at how new schools are tweaking the bootcamp model to fit their communities. bit.ly/Feb-2017-bootcamp-news2017-02-2849 minCourse ReportEpisode 10: January 2017 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn the Course Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup, we keep you up to date with the blossoming coding bootcamp industry. We're back this month after taking December off, and covering a few special initiatives that bootcamps are taking in the US and abroad, a huge scholarship with Birchbox, a Tech Hire update, and talking through the question: "Should You Hire Coding Bootcampers?" Full links and shownotes here: bit.ly/january-2017-news-roundup2017-01-3039 min
Course ReportEpisode 9: November 2016 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn the Course Report Coding Bootcamp News Roundup, we keep you up to date with the blossoming coding bootcamp industry. This month we cover a big bootcamp rebrand, the UN getting involved with coding bootcamps, the debate about CS degrees vs bootcamps, ethics in programming, a new Outcomes Report, and new coding schools and campuses. Plus, shout out to simpleprogrammer.com, who featured us on their list of Ultimate Developer Podcasts in November!2016-12-0142 min
Course ReportEpisode 8: October 2016 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn the Course Report Coding Bootcamp Podcast, we share everything you need to stay up to date with the blossoming coding bootcamp industry. This month we cover our Women In Tech Snapchat takeover, new developments in the industry, new outcomes reports and why those are important, new investments in bootcamps, and of course, new coding schools and campuses. bit.ly/October-2016-bootcamp-podcast2016-11-0127 minCourse ReportEpisode 7: Advice From Coding Bootcamp Grad Tom GoldenbergSince graduating from Dev Bootcamp, Tom Goldenberg has thought critically about his experience during (and after) the bootcamp, and shared two articles on Medium with advice for other coding bootcamp grads. We caught up with Tom to hear about his new job, what it’s like to interview at Google, and his newly-launched mobile development tutorial called buildreactnative.com2016-10-2434 minCourse ReportEpisode 6: September 2016 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn the Course Report Coding Bootcamp Podcast, we share everything you need to stay up to date with the blossoming coding bootcamp industry. In Episode 6 we discuss our 2016 Outcomes and Demographics Report, growth of the industry, increasing diversity in tech through bootcamps, plus news about successful bootcamp alumni, and new schools and campuses. bit.ly/SeptemberNewsRoundup2016-10-0327 minCourse ReportEpisode 5: August 2016 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn the Course Report Coding Bootcamp Podcast, we share everything you need to stay up to date with the blossoming coding bootcamp industry. In Episode 5, we talk about fundraising by Galvanize, the EQUIP winners, and all of the other August news you need to know! bit.ly/August-bootcamp-news2016-08-3121 minCourse ReportEpisode 4: July 2016 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn the Course Report Coding Bootcamp Podcast, we share everything you need to stay up to date with the blossoming coding bootcamp industry. In Episode 4, we talk about diversity in bootcamps, some huge investments in Codecademy and Code Institute, and tech giants like Apple launching their own coding classes! bit.ly/July2016NewsRoundup2016-07-2623 minCourse ReportEpisode 3: June 2016 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn the Course Report Coding Bootcamp Podcast, we share everything you need to stay up to date with the blossoming coding bootcamp industry. In Episode 3, we talk about international bootcamp initiatives, new bootcamps in our directory, and more! bit.ly/june-2016-news-roundup-podcast2016-06-2915 minCourse ReportEpisode 2: May 2016 Coding Bootcamp News RoundupOn Course Report Coding Bootcamp Podcast, we share everything you need to stay up to date with the blossoming coding bootcamp industry. On Episode 2, we talk DevMountain & Hackbright Academy acquisitions, student outcomes reporting, and more! bit.ly/May-News-Roundup-Podcast2016-05-3120 min
Radio Talking BookPressing Reset on a CareerCareer Corner is a program produced by the Minnesota Radio Talking Book Network, part of State Services for the Blind and it is recorded for people who are blind or have reading disabilities. You can find complete programming of the Radio Talking Book at www.mnssb.org/rtb and the password is rtb. Your host for Career Corner is Anne Obst.
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We begin with an article from the New York Times, July 28, Pressing Reset on a Career, by Steve Lohr.
After Paul Minton graduated from college, he worked as a waiter, but always felt he should do more.
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Course ReportEpisode 1: How to Choose an Online Coding BootcampOnline coding bootcamps like Bloc, Thinkful, and Skillcrush offer convenience and structure without forcing you to quit your job or move to a new city. But not all online programs were created equally, so which one is right for you? Find out the answer from our panel; plus, find out how you can get exclusive discounts and scholarships to a few of those online coding bootcamps; all this and more on Episode One of the Course Report Coding Bootcamp Podcast.
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