Fullstack Mastery bootcamp student here. I'm very happy with the results of my bootcamp experience taking me from someone dabbling with code to someone who has a firm grasp of major frontend and backend principles, project building experience, and team-oriented developer methodologies.
Pros
- fantastically engaging instructors
- focus on deep learning of JavaScript basics and application of constant problem solving
- guided self-learning projects
- readily available community to push you forward as you build and develop skills
- emphasis on continuous improvement as technologies change
Cons
- capstone project structure was disorganized
- too little time spent on backend (node.js) as a fullstack program
MU
Michael U.
I made the bold choice to join the Clever Programmer's Full Stack Mastery Bootcamp
So, I recently made the bold choice to join the Clever Programmer's Full Stack Mastery Bootcamp. I was in a 3 month bootcamp back in 2019 and after completing it, I felt like I wasn't prepared, felt very upset with myself and like I wasted time and money. A few months ago I got introduce to PWJ Profit with Javascript after watching a live video to do the 5 day challenge, building a Google Map with Naz; and seeing those videos and coding along with Naz jumpstarted my eagerness to be a developer. Then one day, Cleaver Programmer was having a live webinar with Naz and Qazi about how to become a full stack Developer, and I attended just to see what was being talked about and at the end of it, they offered an opportunity to join the Full Stack Mastery Bootcamp. Other former cohorts from previous bootcamps were also sharing their stories and how they felt like it was a no brainer to join. I was nervous at first because I had already joined a bootcamp, but I said I would hear more information. Later that day I got a call from Naz asking if I really wanted to see a change in my life. He wasn't begging or promoting, he was confident that if I made the choice to join, I would see result, and I did.
About a few week later, I received a call from Jessy, and she had very good advice about not comparing my past experience with this experience because they would be totally different experiences. She also gave advice about coming into the bootcamp with a growth mindset; allowing myself to focus on what I'm learning and growing in, and not on the negatives.
So, now it’s been about 2 months since I joined the Full Stack Mastery Bootcamp and the Instructors Naz, Daniel, Jessy, and Lem have been very hands on. One of the things I like about this bootcamp then my previous one is the amount of Coaches and Instructors who are willing to be involved and hands on. I thought doing an online bootcamp would be overwhelming (and it is sometimes) but the coaches are constantly offering their time to help me and my cohorts any way they can. If they have to do one-on-ones, break out rooms, Friday study hall time; they have been very intentional about seeing us grow. The coaches also challenge use by encouraging us to explain our code, function, or thought process step by step so that you know you’re improving by working those developer muscles, becoming critical thinkers, and problem solving. Even if when we make mistakes, they are there to point out the error in out logic; which helps improve our foundation and showcasing how much they care about our growth. And because the coaches are high energy individuals, and are so invested in seeing us grow, thier positive energy is contagious and you can’t help but gravitated to those positive vibe. Now, the cohorts are motivating each other, willing to have study halls with each other after classes, supporting and encourage each other because we all want to see each other succeed. The experience has definitely been enlightening and I feel like I definitely made the right choice in joining the Full Stack Mastery Bootcamp.
