Learning How to Code in Atlanta, Georgia

If you're in the Atlanta area and have been considering learning about web development, you're in a great place. Atlanta is home to several large tech companies. With such a vibrant tech ecosystem, an Atlanta coding bootcamp may be a great way to begin your tech education.

At our Atlanta campus, which is co-located with American InterContinental University, DigitalCrafts offers an in-person, part-time, web development bootcamp. DigitalCrafts bootcamps are designed to provide quality and demanding educational experiences. At DigitalCrafts, you can study in-person alongside other students or choose to attend our virtual bootcamp options.

The Atlanta campus provides students with resources and opportunities for in-person learning. With a convenient location accessible by the MARTA, the AIU campus offers a resource library, team study rooms, and student lounges. Atlanta students interested in an in-person bootcamp experience can collaborate with fellow students and enjoy in-person interaction with their instructors.

Whether online or in-person, DigitalCrafts bootcamps offer you the opportunity to connect with a diverse group of learners and engage in hands-on team projects. DigitalCrafts offers small class sizes and opportunities for personalized help from your instructor. Participating in a DigitalCrafts bootcamp is an excellent way to begin your tech educational journey.

What is a coding bootcamp?

A coding bootcamp trains students for tech jobs in a shorter period than a traditional degree. Usually less than six months in length, coding programs can help students master and apply skills utilized in the tech field. Coding bootcamps are designed to help students prepare for the practical work they may experience in the industry.

Students who want to pivot into new careers or who are interested in a specific field of study may be great candidates for bootcamps. DigitalCrafts’ part-time Web Development bootcamp is 26 weeks long.

Wondering what you’ll study in a coding bootcamp? You will explore a variety of coding languages, frameworks, and applications.

At DigitalCrafts’ Web Development bootcamp, the curriculum covers the following modules:

• Intro to Programming Fundamentals
• Basic Front-End Development
• Basic Back-End Development
• Front-End Development

DigitalCrafts' bootcamps demand a significant investment of time and effort from students. The curriculum includes extensive in-class and out-of-class training. Students will work to develop practical skills and create a portfolio for prospective employers. The portfolio can highlight their proficiency and help them demonstrate their skills in the job search process. Students are supported through their educational journey with help in portfolio development, networking opportunities, and interviewing tips.

Why should I take an in-person coding bootcamp?

Bootcamps take significantly less time than traditional degrees. Taking an in-person coding bootcamp can be a great way to acquire skills needed to pursue an entry-level career path in web development. DigitalCrafts coding bootcamp in Atlanta offers an in-person, part-time coding bootcamp. Each class is supported by DigitalCrafts staff dedicated to your educational success. Students can benefit from a lead instructor, teaching assistant, operations coordinator, and student success team.

“At DigitalCrafts the success of our students is our highest priority. We provide the skills and support to help our students to be successful in their educational goals and potential future career aspirations,” states Alyson Joachim, Operations Manager, DigitalCrafts.

In-person bootcamps provide students with the ability to learn from their instructors in a classroom environment. Students can benefit from real-time feedback on projects and the ability to collaborate with fellow learners both during and after class using campus resources. For some students, this distraction-free learning environment might be necessary for their educational success. For other students, they may feel more comfortable working on projects in-person with an instructor rather than in a virtual environment. DigitalCrafts Atlanta affords students the opportunity to learn in-person with their part-time, web development bootcamp.

What are the potential career path opportunities in this industry?

The web development industry offers a broad range of potential career paths. Depending on a person’s career goals, they may find themselves working as a freelancer, helping build a start-up’s tech footprint, or supporting a well-established tech team within a corporation. Like any industry, an individual’s path is never guaranteed nor is their income. However, the statistics offer a bright outlook for students interested in learning to code.

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) indicates that employment of computer and IT-related occupations is projected to grow 15 percent between 2021 and 2031.¹ Specifically, the employment of web developers and digital designers is projected to grow 23% from 2021 to 2031.² Based on these projections, web development or coding may be a good career path to pursue. With training in web development, you can prepare to pursue technical and non-technical entry-level roles.

Some potential positions may include*:

• Web Developer
• Web Administrator
• Web and Digital Interface Designers
• Technology Applications Engineer
• Web Architect
• Web Design Specialist
• Web Designer
• Webmaster

What can I expect from an in-person bootcamp?

Each instructor may structure their classes differently, but at each in-person bootcamp, you can expect hours of in-person live instruction, interactive projects and activities, group assignments, and assigned homework.

While online bootcamps allow you to work from anywhere, in-person bootcamps require you to show up in person for class. Some people love the accessibility of online bootcamps, and others prefer in-person bootcamps because they better suit their learning style.

In our bootcamps, you can benefit from a web development curriculum crafted and taught by experienced instructors. Students will work to acquire proficiency in front-end development technologies like HTML, CSS, and Javascript. Students explore back-end coding languages and frameworks such as SQL, Server-side Javascript, and techniques for manipulating the Document Object Model (DOM).

How Do I Apply to Code in Atlanta?

If you think a web development class at DigitalCrafts Atlanta is for you, your first step will be to fill out an application. The application is short and should only take you about five minutes to complete. The application will allow you to share some of your goals and reasons for applying to the DigitalCrafts bootcamp. After completing the application, your information will be sent to your dedicated enrollment coordinator.

The next step will be an admissions call with an enrollment coordinator. Generally, this call lasts about 20 minutes. You will answer questions about your goals and aspirations. It will be your opportunity to ask questions and learn more about our Atlanta web development classes and our campus. During this call, you will be provided with tuition and financing options for your bootcamp.

Following the admission call, your enrollment coordinator will notify you of your acceptance status. If you are accepted, you will be asked to pay a $99 non-refundable deposit to reserve your place in bootcamp. After your deposit is paid, you will receive an onboarding email with more information about your bootcamp and what to expect on your first day on campus.

If you aren’t ready to make the leap into a bootcamp, you can explore our introductory classes. These classes are offered free of charge to people who want to learn more about the topics we cover in our bootcamps. People who complete these courses will satisfy the pre-class assignments for their chosen bootcamp.

Are you ready to learn more about our web development bootcamp in Atlanta? Reach out to an admissions advisor who will answer any questions that you may have about the course or the campus.

¹ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook Computer and Information Technology Occupations at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/home.htm (visited 3/10/2023). This data represents national figures and is not based on school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.
² U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook for Web Developers and Digital Designers at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/web-developers.htm, visited Dec 14, 2022. This data represents national figures and is not based on school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.

* DigitalCrafts cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement. The list of career paths related to this program is based on a subset from the Bureau of Labor Statistics CIP to SOC Crosswalk. Some career paths listed above may require further education or job experience.

DigitalCrafts cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement. Not all programs are available to residents of all states. REQ1918070 3/2023