Hey everyone! I'm curious if anyone has recently gone through the Frontend Simplified bootcamp. I just had an interview, and the $10K price tag caught me off guard. I'd love to hear from folks who have attended in the past year about their thoughts on the curriculum, support, and overall experience.
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Lol, bootcamps used to be around $20K a decade ago. Honestly, just subscribe to Frontend Masters instead. You’ll get way more value for your money!
I tried the 12-week trial for Frontend Simplified, which cost me $40. It was decent for getting started with HTML and CSS, but their JavaScript coverage was lacking, and they jumped to React way too fast. I ended up cancelling after they attempted to charge me $80, and I’ve shifted to other learning resources. It might help some, but I felt it was too little information for the price.
Yikes, that sounds frustrating! Was hoping for a better balance of content in the trial.
Honestly, I think bootcamps are only valuable for a small group of people. Their claims of guaranteed high-paying tech jobs without a degree or coding experience seem sketchy at best. Most folks take longer than a year to learn coding to the level needed for an entry-level job. Plus, the job market is flooded with candidates, including those with CS degrees struggling to find work. Bootcamp certifications often don’t carry much weight in employers' eyes. If you’re a complete beginner, I’d recommend exploring free online resources instead of spending that much money. If you’re capable but need guidance, a bootcamp could be worth considering. Just make sure it’s the right fit for you!
Thanks for sharing your experience! I was really curious about their trial. That’s a wild jump from $40 to $10K. Sounds like they lure you in with a lower price then hit you with the real cost when you're invested. I’ve noticed many bootcamps skip the basics to get to the more exciting stuff, which usually leaves learners with gaps.