Become a Web Developer
on Your Evenings and Weekends
BrainStation's bootcamps are built from the ground up for working professionals, so you can upgrade your skills while continuing to work at your current job.
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Flexible Learning Designed for Working Professionals
- Level up without interrupting your career or giving up your salary.
- Score points by immediately applying learnings to your job.
- Planned breaks help you balance your commitment and succeed.
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Build Your Skills and an Industry-Ready Portfolio
Throughout the program, you'll not only transform your skills: you’ll create a professional, industry-ready portfolio that highlights everything you've learned, tailored to your specific career goals.
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Personalized, 1-on-1 Career Support From Day 1
Whether you're looking to change careers or level up your skills within your current company, BrainStation's Career Success team will work with you to develop a unique career success plan based on your specific goals.
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Alumni Stories Web Development
Nikki
Software Engineer
Carlos
Software Engineering Manager
Zohan
Web Developer
Aveen
Software Developer
BrainStation Students Work at Amazing Companies
BrainStation gave me the collaboration I was looking for and taught me how to think like a developer.
Zohan Momin
Web Developer at eBay
Bootcamp Learning,
Designed for Professionals
The Balanced Weekly Schedule
You'll attend two evening classes on weekdays, paired with one weekend session every other week. This rhythm helps you stay consistently engaged, without overwhelming your evenings or disrupting your weekends.
Industry Sprint Weeks
Apply everything you've learned across two separate 4-day industry sprints, where you'll collaborate in cross-functional teams to tackle challenges sourced from real leading companies. Present your solution to a panel of business representatives and demonstrate everything you've learned.
Industry Sprint project
Designing a Data-Driven Travel Recommendation Engine
How can Airbnb create a more personalized recommendation engine to drive better customer experiences based on user preferences and history?
Industry Sprint project
Personalizing Content Discovery on The HBO Max App
How might HBO Max help users easily discover content they'll love? What innovations can be brought to the HBO Max app that supports content discovery?
Industry Sprint project
Driving Podcast Innovation With Spotify
How might Spotify discover the ideal podcast format for listeners considering short-form vs. long-form durations, and seamlessly incorporate it into the in-app podcast experience?
Industry Sprint project
Amplifying Fan Engagement Through Digital Innovation
How can the NBA use what it knows about its fans to increase fan engagement with the League by leveraging digital innovation?
Past Industry Sprint Partners Include:
Upcoming Start Dates
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Web Development Bootcamp Curriculum
Unit 1
Web Development Foundations
Quickly get up to speed with the basics of web development, including HTML, CSS, Git, Terminal, and other computer science fundamentals. By the end of this foundational web development unit, you'll be able to set up new projects and build styled multi-page websites from scratch by applying concepts like BEM, Flexbox, and Sass to build static web pages. You'll also learn how to structure your projects like an experienced Web Developer and protect your work by using Git to manage files and control versions of your work. You will also be introduced to generative AI tools such as Copilot and the future of AI-powered software development.
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- Project Structure & Setup
- Static Websites
- Multi-Page Websites
- Version Control
- Research & Problem Solving
- Artificial Intelligence
Build Stylish, Multi-Page Websites
Master HTML/CSS and build websites with complex layouts using Flexbox. Learn to apply BEM and Sass to write efficient code, and gain hands-on experience through multiple web development projects and exercises.
Learn Your Development Environment & Tools
Get familiar with the web development environment and other key tools that form an essential part of any Web Developer workflow. In this coding bootcamp, learn the key coding skills and resources used by web development professionals every day to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
Unit 2
JavaScript
Alongside HTML/CSS, learn how to use JavaScript, one of the world's most popular programming languages. JavaScript enables you to manipulate the underlying code of a webpage and unlocks the ability to create dynamic, interactive experiences through HTML, CSS, and Javascript. In this unit, you'll learn the fundamentals of programming with JavaScript, and will apply it to build your first web development portfolio project. You'll also learn invaluable problem-solving skills such as whiteboarding and how to think like a programmer, which will help you throughout this Web Development program and into your new career as a Web Developer.
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- JavaScript
- Dynamic Websites
- API Data Handling
- Asynchronous Code
- Programmatic Thinking
- Programming Foundations
Learn Programming Fundamentals
Explore the basics of programming with JavaScript, and immediately apply it towards building interactive features into your websites combining HTML, CSS, and Javascript. With a solid understanding of programming and computer science fundamentals, you'll have an easier time learning new frameworks and computer programming languages in the future.
Use APIs to Access & Use Data
Learn how to use Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to incorporate dynamic data into your interactive websites.
Get Hands-On Experience With Real-World Projects
In this Web Development bootcamp, tackle hands-on projects that challenge you to apply what you've learned, building web experiences from mockups made by real designers. As you complete these projects throughout the course, you'll be able to develop a web development portfolio of work demonstrating your new coding skills.
Unit 3
React & Single Page Applications
Build upon your HTML/CSS and JavaScript knowledge to leverage React, a leading front-end library used by companies like Facebook, Netflix, and more. Because React is a library (and not a framework), it provides enormous flexibility when building rich user interfaces and has developed a passionate community with excellent web developer and software development support. Using React, learn to build Single Page Applications - progressive web applications that feel like a native app. This modern software development approach is used by companies like X (Twitter) and Facebook, and you'll learn how to deploy it in your own web development projects.
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- React JS
- Single Page Applications
- Dynamic URLs
- Routing
- Advanced JavaScript
- Browser Data Handling
Apply React to Your Web Development Projects
As the front-end library behind many of the world's most popular web applications, React is one of the most important full-stack web developer skills.
Discover How to Write Efficient, High-Performance React Code
Learn how to structure your React application like a software developer to run quickly and effectively to deliver the best web experiences across all your current and future projects.
Build Modern Single Page Applications
Develop real Single Page Applications and learn how this approach to front-end web development enables progressive web applications to look and feel like high-performance native applications.
Unit 4
Back-End Development & Collaboration
Complement your front-end knowledge and build a full-stack web development foundation by learning about back-end web development. Create your own REST API web server leveraging Node.js and Express, and use it to power a functioning web application. Learn Agile methodologies and explore the world of collaborative development and pair programming – critical in-demand skills for the workplace. Through a hands-on collaborative project, you'll leverage JIRA, an Agile project management tool, and Git for version control to collaborate on building a robust web application as part of this Web Development bootcamp.
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- Web Applications
- REST APIs
- Relational Databases
- Object-Relational Mapping
- Pair Programming
- Collaborative Development
Build Interactive Web Applications
In this coding bootcamp, learn how to build back-end capabilities to gain full-stack development skills and unlock deeper functionality in your web applications using Node.js and Express. Learn to build relational databases to add a persistent data layer, and develop your own REST API to distribute data to your front-end to demonstrate your full-stack development skills.
Gain Hands-On Experience Completing a Collaborative , Agile Development Project
While expanding your software development skills, learn how to collaborate alongside other web developers on an Agile basis by leveraging Git and JIRA to deliver on a truly collaborative full-stack web development project building a complete web application.
Unit 5
DevOps & Professional Development
The web development field doesn't stop changing. In the final unit of our web development bootcamp, you will go beyond writing code to tackle critical technology topics that will prepare you for the next steps of your learning journey. You will also explore development and operations (DevOps), the set of best practices used to boost efficiency and quality in the software development process, and learn about the deployment process.
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Publish and Deploy Applications
Now that you know how to build web applications, the next step is to learn how to leverage Heroku to publish and deploy your apps the way working Full-Stack Developers do. In the final unit of BrainStation's Software Engineering bootcamp, you will explore important development topics including architecture and cloud infrastructure, DNS, and testing.
Plan and Build Your Development Portfolio
Software projects are one of the most effective ways to demonstrate your technical abilities, problem-solving skills, and approach to building real world applications. A strong portfolio not only helps potential employers evaluate your capabilities, but also allows you to reflect on your growth and identify areas for improvement as a developer. In this unit, you'll plan and build your own portfolio of development projects, showcasing both your code and your potential.
Expert Career Support, Designed For You
No two career paths look the same, and your career support shouldn't either. As a bootcamp graduate, you'll work 1:1 with a Career Advisor to build a strategy that fits you and your unique career goals.
Choose your path:
Career Advancer
Looking to level up in your current company
Career Changer
Ready to make the leap into something new
No matter your path, we'll help build a customized Career Roadmap to get you there.
Career Advancers
Reskilling or upskilling within an existing role
Identify internal growth opportunities that align with your upgraded skill set
Work with your Career Advisor to identify internal roles or promotion paths that align with your new skill set. Whether you're aiming for a formal role change or a more technical scope in your current job, we'll help you spot the opportunities and strategize how to pursue them.
Reframe your resume and online presence to reflect your evolving career story
Together, you'll update your resume, LinkedIn, and internal profiles to reflect your evolving career story. Learn how to position your new skills and past achievements in a way that resonates with internal decision-makers and showcases your readiness for what's next.
Develop an internal networking plan to create visibility and mentorship
Develop a personalized internal networking plan to increase your visibility within your organization. Get guidance on how to approach leaders, identify potential mentors, and build relationships that support your growth and open doors.
Practice internal career conversations with specialized mock interview practice
From pitching yourself for a new role to asking for a promotion, your Career Advisor will help you practice and refine your message. Through 1-on-1 mock sessions, you'll build the confidence to communicate your goals and value clearly in internal interviews and career development conversations.
Career Changers
Transitioning to a brand new career
Translate your past experience into a compelling narrative for your new role
Your experience is valuable. Learn how to translate your previous roles into a narrative that makes sense to employers in your target industry. We'll help you craft a compelling story that connects your past to your future, and shows hiring managers exactly why you're the right fit.
Tailor your resume and LinkedIn for your new target industry
Work together to update your resume and online presence to reflect the expectations of your target industry. From formatting and tone to highlighting transferable skills, your dedicated Career Advisor will help ensure you stand out in a competitive job market.
Build a tailored job search strategy designed around your timeline and bandwidth
Receive a job search plan tailored to your timeline, bandwidth, and priorities. Whether you need to job hunt on nights and weekends or take a phased approach, your Career Advisor will help you stay focused, organized, and accountable, without burning out.
Practice behavioral and technical interviews with mock interview sessions
From “Tell me about yourself” to technical whiteboarding, we've got you covered. You'll rehearse 1-on-1 with your Career Advisor to gain confidence, refine your responses, and prepare for the interviews that matter most in your new field.
What Our Graduates Are Saying
Kayla Noronha
Software Developer at Cyferd
I really liked my learning experience because they really prepared us for the industry. Not only did they give us technical tools and interview skills that we needed, but we also had the opportunity to work in group settings, with students in the other disciplines, similar to the way you'd be collaborating in a real work setting.
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Daniel Castro
Software Engineer at Microsoft
. . . [E]ven though I could grasp the material and understand the concepts in an abstract format, I didn't always understand how it could be applied in real life. Getting the opportunity to learn from. . . the Head Instructor for my course, and seeing him coding live, was really eye-opening for me.
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Jenee Washington
QA Analyst at Wix.com
The highlight of the learning experience for me was achieving that invincible feeling of being able to accomplish anything, such as learning how to actually code. BrainStation's fully immersive environment really helped me remain interested in the content, we were always being presented something new.
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Laura Brennan
Support Analyst at Q4
It was an intense three months, I often felt like my brain was whirring far too fast for my body to keep up, but I can't believe how quickly I progressed and how confident I feel in my abilities now. Not only have I built a strong foundation of knowledge in the field, but I've also learned how to keep teaching myself, how to continue to progress and adapt to an ever-changing industry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this full-stack web development?
BrainStation's Web Development Bootcamp is designed to give students hands-on experience in full-stack web development.
As one of the world's best coding bootcamps, the Web Development bootcamp is an intensive, project-based learning experience, where students learn web development and work on real-world web applications and sites, including front-end and back-end web development work.
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Will I earn a web development diploma from this coding bootcamp?
Yes, when you complete the Web Development bootcamp, you will earn a BrainStation Web Development diploma, which can boost your LinkedIn profile and resume, helping you stand out when applying for jobs in software engineering, full-stack web development, and more.
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What are the outcomes for Web Development bootcamp graduates?
Speak to a learning advisor to get more information about bootcamp graduate outcomes. We do not guarantee that graduates will get a job, but we are proud to have launched thousands of graduates' careers. We offer comprehensive Career Success programming and believe that students who invest both during and after the bootcamp will have the best outcomes.
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What programming languages do we learn?
In this coding bootcamp, led by Educators with experience in the field, students will use HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Node, and more to gain hands-on experience in full-stack development, including building and deploying multi-page web applications, collaborating with other developers, and working with databases. This knowledge is then applied to complete a range of real-world client projects, in multiple sprints, as well as a final portfolio piece that puts new skills to the test.
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What is the difference between this and the part-time Web Development certificate course?
BrainStation's Web Development bootcamp is an intensive learning experience and coding bootcamp designed to transform your skillset and help you launch a new career in web development.
By the end of the coding bootcamp, graduates have the skills, experience, and portfolio needed to find a job as web developers, full-stack web developers, and more.
BrainStation's Web Development course, on the other hand, is a flexible, professional development course offered part-time. Taught by industry experts, the Web Development course is a project-based, hands-on learning experience, allowing you to learn web development skills and learn the latest tools and programming languages.
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What payment options do you offer?
BrainStation offers some of the most competitive payment options for an online coding bootcamp, with a range of flexible payment plans.
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Monthly payment installments
Allowing you to split your tuition into smaller monthly payments.
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Employer sponsorship
Get your tuition reimbursed by your employer.
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Monthly payment installments
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What kind of jobs can this bootcamp get me?
Developers work across many different industries, which means there is a lot of variation in Web Developer job titles. Here are some of the most common development job titles you may encounter during a job search:
Web Developers
Front-End Developer
Back-End Developer
Software Application Developer
Computer Systems Engineer
Database Administrator
Computer Systems Analyst
Software Engineer
Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer
Business Intelligence Analyst
Mobile App Developer
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What kind of career services do I get?
BrainStation's Career Success Team is dedicated to creating a learning experience that extends far beyond the classroom, providing a framework for success built on insights and input from technical recruiters, career coaches, BrainStation Educators, and alumni.
The team will help you refine your web development portfolio, connect you with industry professionals, prepare for the career search and interview process, and showcase your development work to peers and hiring partners.