Elite Full Stack developers are in high demand because they have a strong foundation in software engineering, data structures and databases, and algorithms. Your skillset is deep and wide; that's what sets you apart.
Proven Soft Skills & Problem Solving
When things aren't working or not doing what they should, employers want people with strong, structured problem solving skills. We help you develop such skills and how to think when approaching problems and team projects.
Strong Technical Portfolio
Recruiters see you technical portfolio as evidence of what you're capable of doing. A strong portfolio gives you a much better chance of getting interviews & being hired.
Technical Interview Practice
Technical interviews aren't about passing coding exercises. You have to practice structured problem solving in a group context while talking and asking questions. We make you practice, a lot!
These are the 4 things that recruiters are looking for, so these are the 4 items that we focus on in our program.
How Learning Works
Projects
Students will have a series of projects to complete each season. These are problems and challenges to build software based on certain requirements and restrictions.
One example of a project would be to build a task-management software with tags, permissions, and a basic user interface.
Exercises
Each week, participants will have 1-5 coding exercises to complete. These are accessed through our software and your code is auto-graded to ensure it's is up to speed and functioning. This is part of the learning process.
We have over 800 exercises in our library with thousands of test cases!
Group Work
Most of the projects are done in groups, and even individual projects will be solved by working together in a group.
Learners can sign up in groups or be assigned to a group.
Peer Code Reviews
We follow a Silicon Valley standard for code reviews, using an IDE and Git repositories.
The peer review process requires analysis, critical thinking, and creativity in order to evaluate submitted work. Reviewers need to understand quickly and identify possible areas where the submitted work does not meet project criteria, standards, or best practices.
What to Expect
Problem-based learning: you find & build the solution
Projects are based on real world problems and challenges that are designed to develop fundamental technical skills. Projects grow in difficulty, complexity, and size. Most students enjoy the challenge of having to solve a problem and find it more motivating and (let’s be honest) less boring than a lecture or online video.
No single source for answers: be resourceful
Unlike a university course or classroom, there is no professor or single source for answers. You have to learn to be resourceful!
Look up answers on Google, ask your fellow group members, try things out and see if they work: it's up to you to figure things out.
Weekly exercises that get more and more challenging
Part of the program includes weekly exercises from our vast exercise bank. These exercises grow in difficulty and ultimately reflect questions from technical interviews.
Practicing the fundamentals on an ongoing basis prepares you for job interview questions.
Projects from 1 week up to 3 months in length
You will have various pieces of software and functions to build, starting small and growing in complexity and difficulty. Our longest projects last around 3 months and involve significant coding, architecture, and technical knowledge.
You will be challenged!
Full Stack Developer Program Curriculum
Pre-season
Complete basic coding exercises and small projects to qualify for Season 1. You'll cover data variables, functions, loop statements, if statements, basic algorithms and data structures, coding norms, and the coding environment. You'll do some CSS, build a small app, build a small back-end (working with data structures), and build a database.
[3 weeks long full-time] [5 weeks long part-time]
Season 1
Cover fundamental computer programming concepts and learn the basics of C. Build a solid foundation in back-end programming including pointers, arrays, strings, their 2d equivalents, and more complex algorithms. From there, cover hash data structures, software architecture, blockchain basics and compilers in Assembly.
[3 months long full-time] [5 months long part-time]
Season 2
Increase complexity and begin full stack areas, namely front-end and back-end basics including data structures, algorithms, and databases. Some C programming continues. Recode SQLlite database and dive into memory allocation. Build a web-based project-management application that mirrors basecamp, covering front and back-end fundamentals.
[3 months long full-time] [5 months long part-time]
Season Full Stack
Specialize in front-end and back-end languages, frameworks, and tools, including basic cloud deployments and major CMSs. Work in Rails, Django, NodeJS, Javascript, CSS, HTML, Apache, Nginx, MongoDB, Redis and more. Build custom sites in WordPress and Shopify.
[2 months long full-time] [4 months long part-time]
Upcoming Cohort Start Dates
June 22, 2020 (Tu-Thurs) and June 29 (Saturdays)
Aug 25, 2020 (Tu-Thurs) and Aug 29 (Saturdays)
Sept 22, 2020 (Tu-Thurs) and Sept 26 (Saturdays)
Oct 27, 2020 (Tu-Thurs) and Oct 31 (Saturdays)
What Sets Us Apart
Silicon Valley Standards
We train to standards set by Silicon Valley for Full Stack Developers. This means the level is much higher than that of bootcamps, and higher than that of CS degrees. Your specialty is being an elite full stack developer at a world-renown level.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
Thanks to the depth and breadth of our program curriculum, you acquire a level of technical skills and knowledge that learners in other programs or bootcamps simply never acquire.
Strong Back-end Skills
The vast majority of bootcamps don't cover data structures or algorithms. CS degrees don't cover front-end development. We cover both and your strong back-end skills and experience with databases, data structures, and algorithms will set you apart from other candidates.
Depth of Technical Portfolio
Learners develop a technical portfolio that has depth and shows the extent of their technical skills and ability to handle databases, deployments, and development. Neither bootcamps nor CS degrees offer this.
Online Learning & Innovative Platform
We use an innovative platform where YOU are responsible for your learning! Some features include:
Code in your browser from any computer with internet using our built-in IDE
Autocorrection system for early projects and exercises
Industry-leading structure peer code review system
Online chat & communications
A points system for code reviews
Community Learning
Sign up with friends
Sign up with friends and include their names on your application form.
Questions? Contact
For inquiries and questions about this program, please contact Jennifer.
Trial Learning Day
Interest but not quite sure? Join us for a Trial Learning Day on June 6.
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Complete an application form and let us know if you want to request direct entry.
Step 2
We'll review your application, then schedule an interview with you. If you pass, you can enroll!
Step 3
Once you complete payment, you'll receive an email and account to begin our coding programs.
Why Elite Matters
Employers have high standards for entry-level Junior Full Stack Developer roles, or even for internships and apprenticeships. Look at job descriptions and you'll see quickly that employers want.
Employers Want Elite
Typical job descriptions for Full Stack Developers include:
full suite of front-end capabilities, languages, and frameworks
strong back-end programming skills and more than just "some Java"
strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and creativity
experience with the software development cycle and evidence of working on more than just a little app
write readable code, to norms, and read code for peer reviews
translate project descriptions into tech stacks and architecture, contributing to discussions
solid understanding of and evidence of experience with data structures, databases, and algorithms
experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or other cloud services
experience with various platforms, website CMS, app stores, etc.
A bootcamp won't get you to this level. A CS degree won't get you the experience.
Qwasar's programs are longer because the skill level for jobs is high! Learning takes time!
Learn More or Join Our Trial Learning Day
Trial Learning Day
Join us on Saturday, June 6, for a taste of what learning is like at Qwasar. Experience project-based learning and get a tour of our program and platform.
Qwasar Silicon Valley is an innovative startup out of UC Berkeley founded by Gaëtan Juvin, Kwame Yamgnane, and Jennifer Robertson. Founded in early 2019, our team has 20+ years of experience in implementing innovative education models around the world. Following multiple awards and two successful international IT schools (Epitech and 42), we're on a mission to train millions for the digital economy and to make that training accessible.
We use active learning methods because we fundamentally believe that learning needs to change for the 21st century and that learning should be fun and engaging.
You can read more about our approach to learning here.
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