Coding, Boot Camp
Program Overview
About the Online Software Development Boot Camp
The Software Development Boot Camp at UNC Charlotte offers rigorous, fast-paced training in web development theory and application. Over the course of 12 or 24 weeks, you’ll gain proficiency in both front-end and back-end development, as well as the soft skills needed to excel in the fast-growing field of software development.
This boot camp, offered in partnership with edX, is made available through a unique consortium delivery model to provide skills-based learning to participants across North Carolina and beyond. Participants will be taught by a university-approved instructor, while learning alongside students from other consortium-participating universities and institutions. Upon meeting the completion requirements, participants will be issued a non-credit Certificate of Completion by UNC Charlotte.
Curriculum
This online software development boot camp’s industry-focused curriculum will equip you with the fundamental software development and coding skills needed to build dynamic, interactive websites, and web applications.
Throughout the online software development boot camp, you’ll explore AI coding tools such as GitHub Copilot and prompt engineering as well as popular programming languages such as Python, TypeScript, and SQL. But it’s not just about theory; you’ll also engage in hands-on projects that will challenge and refine your abilities. These projects culminate in a portfolio that will showcase your technical proficiency in real-world scenarios. Upon successful completion, you’ll be awarded a certificate to help you stand out in the competitive job market.
Who Should Apply?
- You want to transition into the tech industry and are looking for a fast-paced environment to gain relevant skills quickly.
- You’re an entrepreneur aiming to understand the technical aspects of your business.
- You’re a student keen on developing a competitive edge in the job market.
- You have a foundational understanding of coding principles and want to refine your skills for professional advancement.
FAQ
What is Coding?
Coding is the language computers speak. It’s how we tell them what to do. We use it to build websites, apps, analyze data, and automate tasks. In a nutshell, coding is what makes our digital world possible.
What Coding Skills Will You Learn?
The online software development boot camp will expand your expertise further with continuation courses covering sought-after technologies such as Open AI, LangChain, Python, Java, C#, and Amazon Web Services.
What Types of Jobs Exist in Coding?
Upon completion of the Software Development Boot Camp, you will possess foundational skills for many different roles, including:
- Web developer
- Software engineer
- Front-end developer
- Back-end developer
- Full-stack developer
- Mobile app developer
- Data analyst
- IT specialist
- Systems analyst
- UI/UX designer
From Bartender to Ops Engineer
Matthew Caspento is a Biology major whose overwhelming desire to start somewhere new after college and satiate his artistic side led him to slinging artisanal cocktails in Charlotte. After a pandemic layoff compelled him to enroll in the Coding Boot Camp and after catching the eye of a hiring manager through 2U’s Career Services, Matthew has since added another descriptor to his eclectic roster of talents and interests: full-time cloud operations engineer.