Web Developer Bootcamp

First of all, what is a web developer job?

The job of a web developer consists of creating, writing, testing and documenting websites, applications or software. A developer works in a team, most often with clients, project managers and other web developers. Find out all about this job here: the web developer job.  

If I am a beginner, can I join the web development course?

Our training is open to all adults without prerequisite or diploma (you can integrate the web developer training without a high school diploma for example). There is no typical profile at Wild Code School. Our students are between 18 and 58 years old and are professionals in transition or wishing to develop new skills or upskill, job seekers, young graduates, entrepreneurs... Above all, we are looking for a state of mind characterized by the desire to succeed, creativity to find solutions and the ability to work in a team. To join Wild Code School, all you have to do is validate our application process.

How can I apply to the web development course?

You must complete our 3-step application process to register for our training course:

• Registration on our website: you will have to fill in a form and choose the course and the campus of your choice. Our training courses can be taken either online, in hybrid or on our campus in Lisbon. If you want to join a remote training course, you just have to select the "Remote" campus in the language of your choice.

• Motivational interview: you will discuss your professional project and your motivation to join Wild Code School with an admissions manager.

• Technical interview: you will present your tech challenge (an exercise to be completed after the motivational interview) and discuss with an instructor whether you have the potential to become a tech specialist.

The application process can be completed in 1 week and registrations are open until 7 days before the start of the course.

Can women become Web Developers?

Web Developer is a profession open to all profiles. Wild Code School now welcomes 25% women. 

The jobs in the digital sector may involve staggered working hours, which may at first seem like a constraint, but which can also be a great advantage with very flexible working hours, in which remote work is possible. 

A woman alone or with children can therefore adapt her schedule according to her needs. Knowing how to code also allows women to be more creative, to benefit from a booming sector and to launch an entrepreneurial project more easily.

I've never worked in digital before, can I apply?

Absolutely, during the application process, we ask our future students to take on some exercises remotely using our Odyssey teaching platform.

We provide all of the resources and offer the help you need to succeed, even if you are a beginner. You can also seek help from Wilders already in training and Alumni in our chat group.

This gives you the opportunity to ensure that the digital sector is suited to you, in the best possible conditions and free of charge! 

Every year, people from all backgrounds, some knowing nothing about computer programming, become developers or data analysts at Wild Code School. 

What is the selection criteria for admission?

The only requirement for acceptance to the school is that you meet the minimum local age requirements and complete the application process.

The admission process takes into account both the personal journey, the desire to succeed, creativity in finding solutions to problems, and the ability to work as part of a team. 

At Wild Code School, we believe that the best qualities for student success are real skills and motivation.

What type of computer do I need?

This is the required set-up for your own computer:

- Minimum processor Intel i5 (4 years or less) 

- Minimum Ram 8 Go

- SSD 120 Go

- Operating System. Minimum: Windows 10, Ubuntu 18.04 LTS or MacOS 10.14 Mojave

You can also bring additional personal devices (mouse, keyboard...)

How is Wild Code School different from a traditional course?

Wild Code School allows each of its students to acquire knowledge and develop their skills, just like in a traditional training organization or school. 

What differentiates Wild Code School is the way students approach different concepts. The training is based on the mastery of skills, not on the amount of time spent on each concept. 

The school provides students with tools and pedagogy to guide them towards autonomy, responsibility and commitment to their professional success, so that they can continue to learn and improve throughout their careers.

How many students are there per session?

The number of students depends on the capacity of each campus. We guarantee a maximum of 20 students for 1 trainer, which allows us to offer individual support during the training and job research later on..

Is it possible to work and attend the full-time course at the same time?

No. In the full-time program, you must devote 100% of your energy to learn the skills needed for your new job. You should attend class from Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm. Most students tend to stay later to work on their projects. It is therefore not possible to work full-time in parallel. 

If you want to keep your job and are not scared of dedicating most of your free time to learning code, you could take one of our part-time courses. The part-time program allows students to combine full-time work and training, as the courses are taught in the evenings and on Saturdays. However, it does require to be extremely organized. 

 Both the part-time and full-time programs cover the same material and have the same number of teaching hours.

What is the hybrid training?

During the pandemic, many companies had to change their work organization to enable their employees to work remotely. The majority of them have now adopted hybrid work models, allowing their employees to split their time between remote working from home, and coming in to the workplace. 

To respond to this new reality, we have decided that our full-time bootcamps will be in a hybrid format on our Lisbon Campus, which means that students have the flexibility to choose how they want to learn. They have the option to come to the campus for in-person learning some days and to work from home the rest of the week. They can also choose to be fully remote. 

This hybrid training approach allows students to learn programming while also taking into account their personal circumstances. It provides students living far from the campus a better work-life balance by eliminating the need for long commutes, and allowing them to save valuable time and resources on transportation. 

We understand that hybrid learning can be challenging and we provide students with a range of resources and support to ensure they have a positive and successful learning experience. We are using online platforms and tools to facilitate interaction and collaboration between students and instructors, and to provide access to course materials and assignments. 

 We believe that this hybrid training approach is beneficial for students and help them to learn how to work efficiently remotely, which will be an important skill for their future career.

What language is this Web Developer training taught in?

This Web Developer training is taught in English. In order to attend this course, students must have a good level and understanding of English.

Who are the trainers of Wild Code School?

Our trainers are experienced professional developers who possess a deep understanding of the job market and a passion for teaching programming to our students. 

Our teachers are present full-time in our schools. Their role with students is to provide support and guidance, rather than bring a knowledge holder. They supervise students throughout their projects and act as lead developers for clients.

Will you help with my job search?

Of course! You will benefit from professional coaching during and after your training to learn how to position yourself on the job market and land your first job in the tech sector. Our teams host CV workshops, job dates to meet recruiters, mock interviews, and we regularly share job offers from our network of over 1,000 partner companies throughout Europe.

What are the job opportunities in the web development sector?

As a web developer, many opportunities are open to you: full stack web developer, mobile application developer, front-end developer, back-end developer in different types of structures: SMEs, startups or communities, in web agencies or as a freelancer.

We invite you to read the testimonials of our Wilders on our blog to discover their careers in detail and gain a better understanding of the types of jobs you may qualify for after graduation.

Can I really learn a job in such a short time?

Wild Code School offers intensive training courses called bootcamps. We push our students so that they reach their optimal abilities over a compact schedule.

At the end of the training, our students will have mastered most of the tools covered, especially since we provide the opportunity for them to practice in the many projects and workshops that we offer. They have integrated agile project management methods, know how to understand and formalise a client's needs and provide clear and constructive feedback.

Wild Code School is 100% professional and our students can be hired directly after the training. And above all, we teach them how to learn. Therefore, they have the necessary agility to organise their technological watch, continue to be trained, learn other technologies, and new languages.