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Cal Poly Extended, Professional and Continuing Education Coding Bootcamp

Gain the programming skills you need to build the career you want in 13-22 weeks.

Become a professional web developer through our full-time and part-time coding bootcamps.


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Program at a Glance

13-22

Weeks

07/29

Apply By

08/04

Next Start Date

$4,000

Potential Discounts

Why Learn Coding With Cal Poly EPaCE?

Coding is the backbone of many current and future tech innovations, empowering companies to develop powerful applications and address complex challenges across industries like healthcare, finance, business, and more. Possessing coding skills can unlock meaningful roles in a wide variety of career paths, from web developer to full-stack engineer, and coding professionals can enjoy the flexibility of remote work or freelancing.

As the reliance on digital solutions grows, . With the tech landscape evolving rapidly, developers with proficiency in traditional coding and generative AI-driven tools will be well-positioned to seize new opportunities and lead innovation.

In the Cal Poly EPaCE Coding Bootcamp, you’ll learn in-demand full-stack development skills, including generative AI, taught by industry-experienced instructors in a live online format. You’ll learn key full-stack development tools and technologies such as JavaScript, React, Express, Node, PostgreSQL, HTML, Git, and more. You’ll also gain experience by completing hands-on, real-world projects, building web applications, and creating a strong portfolio. Plus, you’ll also receive 1:1 personalized career coaching and job-search support once you graduate.

The Demand for Web Developers

According to data from Lightcast™, the employment of software developers is projected to grow 17.3% percent by 2032.

Graduates of the Cal Poly EPaCE Coding Bootcamp will qualify for full-time software development positions that could earn them an entry-level starting salary of $92,916 (ZipRecruiter) —not including additional compensation in the form of benefits and bonuses.

Hiring for roles like Back-End Engineer, Computer Programmer, Full-Stack Engineer, and Web Developer, these companies are rapidly growing and building out their software development teams. Cal Poly EPaCE Coding Bootcamp grads will be well-equipped for these roles and many others.

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Bootcamp Application and Start Dates

Fullstack Academy is a top-ranked immersive school for technology career training. Fullstack Academy offers comprehensive live online training opportunities across the U.S. and prepares students with the in-demand skills they need to launch fulfilling tech careers.

Fullstack Academy brings its learning method, reputation, and community in facilitating the Cal Poly EPaCE Coding Bootcamp to help open doors to future job opportunities in California, online/remotely, and beyond!

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Earn a Web Development Certificate of Completion

You will receive a Certificate of Completion from Cal Poly Extended, Professional and Continuing Education and Fullstack Academy by completing the Cal Poly EPaCE Coding Bootcamp.

How the Cal Poly EPaCE Coding Bootcamp Works

The Cal Poly EPaCE Coding Bootcamp is designed for students to pursue high-quality tech education while continuing to balance work or other commitments. Our bootcamps provide you with the flexibility to fit career development into your life.

  • Part-time and full-time bootcamp programs are available.

  • Bootcamp classes include live online instruction taught by industry-experienced professionals, group projects with fellow students, and independent learning assignments.

  • Office hours and out-of-class support are available to students.

Class time and schedule options vary by month and are subject to change. To see available class times and schedules for your cohort of choice, complete your application or schedule a call with a student advisor.


Cal Poly EPaCE Coding Tuition

We’re committed to making tech education more accessible, which is why we offer several payment options to help you invest in your bootcamp education.


Coding Jobs and Salaries in California

In California and remotely, organizations of all sizes and industries are seeking coding professionals. Leverage full-stack JavaScript and generative AI to build innovative solutions and expand your opportunities in 13-22 weeks. Entry-level web developers in California earn an average yearly salary of $92,916 (ZipRecruiter), making now an exciting time to start or upskill a career in coding.


Cal Poly EPaCE Coding Bootcamp Curriculum

Our full-stack JavaScript-based curriculum is designed to provide you with all the necessary skills to pursue a meaningful career in web development. As part of the Cal Poly EPaCE bootcamp, you’ll also:

  • Explore how to apply generative AI in web development

  • Learn live online from industry-experienced professionals

  • Gain hands-on practice working with other developers

  • Graduate with a portfolio of projects to show employers

  • Receive career coaching and job search support

  • Be prepared for in-demand roles like Front-End Developer, Web Designer, Back-End Developer, and Full-Stack Web Developer

Students also take part in career simulations during their training, to prepare for real-life work scenarios and environments.

*Please note that this is a sample curriculum and is subject to change.

Coding Bootcamp Tools & Technologies

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Express

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PostgreSQL

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Git and Github

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Pair Programming

Throughout bootcamp, you’ll program alongside a partner. Together, you’ll assume defined roles to solve programming challenges and double-check each other’s work.

Benefits of Pair Programming

Pair programming demonstrates practical expertise and inventive problem-solving abilities, which employers highly value on resumes. In addition, pair programming provides an opportunity to learn more about real-world remote work environments while building lasting, meaningful professional relationships.

Build a Portfolio of Apps

By the time you graduate from the Cal Poly EPaCE, you’ll have a culminating full-stack capstone project in your software engineering portfolio. All of your code will be housed on GitHub and built out with real-world libraries and methodologies—demonstrating your technical, practical, and creative skills to future employers. Plus, you’ll work with your peers and practice coding in a development team.

Check out some of our past coding student capstone projects.


Landing a Coding Job in California

Cal Poly Extended, Professional and Continuing Education students will gain valuable insight into how to build a successful career in coding from day one of the course. Throughout the bootcamp experience, students may access live workshops, office hours, and on-demand content to help build a job search toolkit—which includes an optimized resume and LinkedIn profile.

Following successful completion of the Career Success Program, students can choose to opt into additional coaching support and receive guidance for up to a year following graduation in:

  • Growing your professional network

  • Resume and LinkedIn profile optimization

  • Job interview prep

  • Salary negotiation workshops

  • And much more!

Students also graduate from the program with a portfolio of work that demonstrates their ability to solve real business problems for real companies.

While our programs do not guarantee employment, every bootcamp comes with career success guidance to help you in your job search. Fullstack Academy grads have landed jobs with some of the world's leading companies.

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Cal Poly EPaCE Tech Bootcamps are powered by Fullstack Academy. The companies listed above have hired Fullstack Academy graduates.


Who Should Attend the Cal Poly EPaCE Coding Bootcamp

The Cal Poly EPaCE Coding Bootcamp powered by Fullstack Academy is designed to support learners of all levels, including beginners. There’s no experience required to apply, be accepted, or succeed in the bootcamp.

Successful bootcamp students have backgrounds in:

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Teaching

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Finance

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Retail

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Customer service

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Graphic design

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Admin

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Biology

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And more...

Apply today and join others just like you on the first steps to a life-changing career.


FAQs


Cal Poly Extended, Professional and Continuing Education Tech Bootcamps Admissions Process

Once you’re ready to start your coding journey, here are the steps you can expect in the admissions process.

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  1. Fill out our online application form
  2. Take our nontechnical assessment
    1. No coding experience required

    2. Covers logical reasoning

    3. Sent to you immediately upon submission of application

  3. Receive an entrance decision