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Northcoders Data Engineering Bootcamp: A Graduate's Perspective

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Northcoders' Data Engineering Bootcamp is designed to equip students with essential skills needed to thrive in the tech industry. Our curriculum is created to ensure our graduates are job-ready in 13 weeks. Let's explore feedback from our recent graduates, the skills they acquired, and how these skills are being applied in their current roles.

We reached out to our recent graduates who are now employed in various roles to gather their insights on the bootcamp experience. Their replies were anonymous, so they could be open about their experience. Here’s a summary of their feedback:

Positive Curriculum Reflection

Graduates have expressed that the curriculum provided a solid foundation for various roles, including business intelligence, data analytics, and software development. Many found the bootcamp helpful in learning to pick up new technologies, which is crucial in the fast-evolving tech landscape.

One graduate noted, "The curriculum covered a lot of the content relevant to my current role. It made it easier to pick up new technologies, which I didn’t have any experience with prior to the bootcamp."


Applicability of Skills

- Python & SQL: Graduates consistently rated the usefulness of Python and SQL highly, indicating that these skills are directly applicable in their daily tasks. This highlights the practicality and relevance of the bootcamp's curriculum. As one graduate mentioned, "Python and SQL were particularly useful. I use them every day in my job."

- Cloud Technologies: The curriculum’s focus on cloud-based development, especially using platforms like AWS, has been beneficial for graduates working in roles that require scalable and secure cloud solutions. "The emphasis on cloud-based development was particularly relevant for my current role," another graduate shared.

Overall Curriculum Satisfaction

The majority of graduates rated the overall curriculum positively, appreciating the balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Many suggested that including more detailed coverage on specific tools and technologies could further enhance the curriculum’s effectiveness. Our teaching team is taking onboard this feedback to shape the curriculum and further improve our next graduates' experience.

Key Takeaways

1. Comprehensive Curriculum: Our curriculum covers essential data engineering concepts, including Python, SQL, and cloud-based technologies, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for various roles in the tech industry.

2. Industry-Relevant Skills: The bootcamp focuses on practical skills that are directly applicable in the workplace, leading to high satisfaction among graduates regarding the relevance of their training.

3. Strong Support System: We provide robust mentor and career support to help students navigate their learning journey and transition into their tech careers.

4. Positive Graduate Outcomes: Our graduates have successfully secured roles in reputable companies, applying the skills and knowledge gained during the bootcamp. A graduate highlighted this by saying, "The bootcamp definitely helped me get my current job."

Why Join Northcoders Data Engineering Bootcamp?

1. Practical Training: Our curriculum is designed to provide hands-on experience with real-world tools and technologies, making our graduates job-ready from day one.

2. Career Support: Northcoders offers extensive career support, including mentoring, job placement assistance, and networking opportunities, ensuring a smooth transition from education to employment.

3. Community: Joining Northcoders means becoming part of a supportive tech community that values collaboration and continuous learning.

The Northcoders Data Engineering Bootcamp offers a well-rounded education in data engineering, preparing students for a successful tech career. The feedback from our graduates highlights the program’s effectiveness and the strong support provided throughout their journey. If you're looking to embark on a rewarding career in data engineering, consider joining our bootcamp and becoming part of a thriving tech community.


Interested in starting your tech career? Apply to the Data Engineering Bootcamp in Python today and gain the skills you need to succeed in the tech industry.