Prep with expert curriculum
Learn from Colt Steele, the world’s leading coding instructor, who has helped design this custom program to accelerate your prep.
Software engineering prep in no time
Get ready for the Springboard Data Science Career Track fast. In just four to six weeks, learn the core tools and foundational concepts you’ll need.
By the end of this course you will:
Develop introductory software engineering basics in CSS, HTML, and Javascript
Develop a software engineering mindset and foundation through small, hands-on exercises.
Try out the Springboard experience — projects, mentorship and more
Confidently tackle the Springboard Software Engineering Career Track Technical Skills Survey and determine whether a software engineering career is right for you
What you’ll learn in this software engineering prep course
In this prep course, you’ll learn HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and complete exercises or quizzes that will prepare you for the Technical Skills Survey (TSS). Once you pass the TSS, you’ll have the option to enroll in the Software Engineering Career Track bootcamp.
Topic 1: HTML
In this opening unit, you’ll learn how to build well-designed web pages using HTML.
Learn HTML basics, such as adding text elements and links to a web page
Understand how to add more robust HTML pages using tables and forms
Submit your first coding exercises
How you’ll learn in this software engineering prep course
This course mirrors the Springboard Software Engineering Career Track, so you’ll see how a results-focused approach sets you up for the career you want.
Learn online, not alone
You’ll meet with your mentor weekly. They work in the industry and will give you feedback on projects, answer questions, and give you insight into what it’s really like to be a coder.
Grow your skill with hands-on learning
The best way to learn is to do. You’ll apply new skills throughout the course working on exercises and completing quizzes created and curated by industry experts.
Better mentors make for better prep. Yours will help you think like a software engineer.
At Springboard, we believe humans help humans learn better.
You’ll have six 30 minute 1-on-1 sessions with a personal mentor — someone who works in the field and will be your partner throughout the course.
Personalized guidance to move you forward
Build skills faster with an industry expert in your corner.
Accountability at every step
Weekly calls with your mentor mean blockers will be removed and you’ll stay on track.
Industry insight on call
Your mentor is a window into the industry and will provide guidance and an insider's perspective.
Mentor: Lahiru G
Software Engineer
Mentor: Eddy Sayar
Software Engineer
Mentor: Roy Zheng
Sr. Software Engineer
Mentor: Jessica McElroy
Software Engineer
Is this program right for you?
The Software Engineering Prep Course was created for people from all backgrounds who need an introduction to, or a refresher in, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Prerequisites:
No prior coding experience is required
All professional and educational backgrounds welcome
Must have a Mac or PC and an internet connection
Tuition
Cohorts begin every Monday. Complete the course in four to six weeks or approximately 60 hours.
One-time payment
$490
Receive a tuition credit of $490 if you apply and are accepted into the Software Engineering Career Track bootcamp.
What’s included in the tuition:
Curriculum created by educators and experts in Python and data science with proprietary learning content, practice exercises, quizzes, and projects
Six weekly sessions (30 minutes each) with your expert mentor, including review of exercises and your final project, plus a dedicated student advisor and student operations support
Lifetime access to the curriculum and practice exercises
Preferential application review and admissions fast-tracking for the Springboard Data Science Career Track upon successful course completion
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Your questions, answered
How long is the course?
It’s expected that you can complete the course in four to six weeks at 10-15 hours per week. You may complete the course faster or, if you need more time, you have the flexibility to complete it at your own pace. However, you will be limited to six mentor calls for this course.
Is this course conducted online or in person?
This course is 100% online.
Are there any prerequisites for this course?
No prior coding experience is required. Students from all professional and educational backgrounds are welcome.
Take the first step toward your software engineering career
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