A solid introduction to web devleopment I took the free web development intro course and it was great! I've taken a lot of online classes for this topic, but Practicum by Yandex provided a unique approach by having you feel like you're in a real-world internship. The course covers the basics of HTML and CSS well, still breaking things down step-by-step, but you get to complete an actual project very quickly. It makes you want to keep learning, which is very important.

Good all around course for Web development training I just finished the Introduction for the course. It's very thorough and encourages practice in the taught concepts as the lessons are completed. I think the layout, material, and UI/UX are well done. All in all, the course is set up to start at the basics, expand knowledge, give history, encourage practice for concept retention, complete task based goals, and end with a good knowledge and experience for the user. In particular, I'm going through the Web Developer course. If you are wanting to learn or need a refresher, this course is right for you.

TripleTen Data Science Program: Self-Paced Success I decided to enroll in the TripleTen Data Science program to pivot into a new, innovative, and in-demand career. I was hoping to secure a well-paying, engaging, and cutting-edge job in data science. TripleTen seemed like the perfect choice for my coding journey due to their extensive support, custom coding platform, job search assistance, and the money-back guarantee if I couldn’t find a job. The positive reviews also played a significant role in my decision. During a typical week of learning at TripleTen, I dedicated several hours every day to reading the chapter information, doing the corresponding assignments, and researching deeper into many of the topics covered. During project sprints, my time was dedicated to systematically working through each part of the project, from exploratory data analysis and data visualization to meeting the project’s goal. The interactive platform and the projects were definitely my favorite parts of this program. Having a dedicated coding platform made it easy to write and run code without needing to worry about having the computing resources on my own computer or needing to install necessary libraries. The projects helped me gain confidence in applying what I learned to a hypothetical but realistic project that a company might really have. Towards the end of the program, I encountered a serious bug on the coding platform. Despite submitting correct neural network code, my submissions were not being accepted, which hindered my progress. However, the tutors were friendly and apologetic, promptly contacting the relevant tech support to resolve the issue. This happened two or three times, but once the issue was resolved, I was able to proceed freely with one or two weeks lost. Assuming these technical issues were not resolved by now, take this into consideration when looking at this program. In terms of value for money, I believe the bootcamp was worth the cost. It’s an excellent option for those looking to quickly gain new skills or transition into a new field. However, it’s important to note that this program is largely self-paced and requires a significant amount of independent learning. My advice to those just starting their coding journey is to ensure that you can be an independent and self-paced learner. Create a strict schedule to allow just that to occur, without giving in to the temptation to cut corners or not dive into topics to the degree needed. Overall, I would rate this bootcamp 5 out of 5 stars. It’s a great program for those who are comfortable with self-paced learning and are looking to quickly propel themselves into the field of data science.

Navigating Career Change I've been dabbling in coding as a hobby for some time, mostly through free or nearly free courses. It was a challenging but enjoyable hobby. After moving to the USA, I decided to take coding seriously. 2023 was a tough year in tech, with thousands of layoffs that scared many. So, I searched for help, career support, or a money-back job guarantee program to make my transition smoother. After researching and considering various options, I decided on TripleTen. Their demo course, which didn’t require a credit card, was a great no-risk way to start, so I enrolled in August 2023. So far, the journey has been transformative. I've completed 100% of the TripleTen curriculum, tackling projects and overcoming challenges. Now, I'm working on my final project and I hope, soon, I start looking for a job. The program's highlights for me are an in-browser coding platform, unique studying materials, a supportive team, project-based sprints, and invaluable code reviews. Each step has helped me grow and become more open-minded, especially in handling feedback. Also, I have high hopes for their career acceleration program, which I try very soon. This experience has been transformative. For anyone considering a career change, I highly recommend TripleTen.

Fantastic course so far! Fantastic course so far! Having completed the intro course, this program seems to be a really good mix between your standard intensive boot camp and something like DataQuest ore Codeacademy. This is helpful in keeping you motivated without feeling too rigid. There is the occasional issue that arises due to some translation issue (Yandex is a Russian company), but translating is hard enough without having to do it while teaching a technical subject. I'd rate this a 4.5 stars if I could due to the newness of the course and the fact it's still in development. All in all, I highly recommend at least trying the intro to see if the format works for you.