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You can learn how to do almost anything on the internet. If you've got a DIY woodworking project, YouTube's got you covered. If you're dying to learn how to finally master crème brûlée, your favorite cooking blogger has a tutorial. But for many people, when it comes down to it, nothing beats good old-fashioned in-person learning.
That's why Devmountain, one of the country's oldest and top coding bootcamps, has relaunched their popular 13-week, in-person Web Development course in Lehi, Utah (as well as Strayer University locations throughout Texas and near Atlanta, Georgia). While online courses work well for some students, others know that they do better in person and would benefit from being taught in a traditional setting.
If you or someone you know is looking for that little push to sign up for an in-person coding bootcamp, here are 8 reasons to get started.
1. Affordable by design
Devmountain's in-person Web Development is offered at $5,000, which is nearly half the cost of their online courses—and flexible financing options may be available for those who qualify. The price of admission is front of mind for most students. The affordable cost reflects Devmountain's eagerness to welcome their community of aspiring coders back into a physical classroom where they can offer all the benefits of in-person learning and give students the tools needed to succeed in today's changing workforce.
2. Enhanced social interaction
In-person learning at a coding bootcamp provides a chance to have face time with peers and instructors, forging stronger bonds. Learning through discussions, debates, and project collaborations helps students understand the material while also making personal connections. In other words, you'll learn from real instructors and can develop real relationships at Devmountain's campus in Lehi, Utah.
3. Real-time feedback
Receiving instant feedback from instructors and mentors can lead to faster improvements in your coding skills. Visual cues and signals also support the feedback environment, compared to the ambiguity of chat tools used in online teaching that can be frustrating to some learners.
4. Sense of community
Sometimes you need a shoulder to lean on in order to reach your goals. When you take an in-person coding bootcamp, you gain entrance to a community of coders who are all learning just like you. Plus, Devmountain's committed instructors are there for you every step of the way. You'll build relationships with like-minded individuals in your cohort at Devmountain. Those relationships come much easier for some in-person rather than virtually.
5. Access to resources
Physical resources like a lending library and computer equipment can be crucial for some bootcamp students. In-person students may also receive direct access to experienced professionals who will help you get the most out of your learning experience.
6. Heightened accountability
Accountability. It's a tough subject for many, and if you know you're the type of student who can procrastinate or become distracted, in-person courses might be a good option for the accountability alone! You may be able to stay motivated and on track to meet your goals. Assignments and deadlines are less likely to pile up when you have physical access to the help you may need.
7. More effective collaboration
If you've ever tried making plans in a group text, you know that coordinating schedules and planning a time to meet can be more difficult than it should be. In-person learning makes collaborating on group projects and sharing ideas much easier. Pair programming can be particularly effective for some learners, especially as it mimics real-world work and expectations.
8. Improved communication skills
The stereotype of communication-challenged tech workers isn't always correct, but if you do happen to need a little help on the communication front, in-person classes might be your best bet. You'll get practice interacting with others face to face and getting feedback on your performance. Sometimes called soft skills, communication and collaboration are leadership skills that can carry lifelong career benefits.
Get started with Devmountain now
Devmountain hosts intensive and immersive courses that help people to land their dream job in the tech industry, and there's no faster path right now than their compact, high-impact 13-week in person full-stack web development course. (Learn more here about the tech stack included in the program.) (Not ready to quit your day job? There's a part-time option for you.)
If you're not ready to commit to a full-time bootcamp, Devmountain's Coding Basics course is a four-week introduction to web development that can help you prepare and determine if you're a good fit for bootcamp learning.
Whether you're already in a tech-adjacent career and want a resume boost or you're a beginner looking for a total career change, Devmountain can help. Click here to apply and talk to an admissions officer.
