Skills Bootcamp in Software Development
The Skills Bootcamp in Software Development is a 12-week immersive course, focussing on Web Development and Software Development concepts using the JavaScript programming language.
JavaScript is the chosen language because of its use in front-end and back-end development, meaning students only have to learn the syntax for one programming language to become productive in multiple areas.
Skills Bootcamps are flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and fast-track to a guaranteed interview with a local employer.
On successful completion of this Skills Bootcamp, you will have learnt essential knowledge that can’t be found in a textbook – like problem-solving, communication skills and working in a team, as well as the key technical and commercial skills you need to land a great career in tech.
This training has been made possible and is free to individuals thanks to Greater Manchester Combined Authority securing funding for Skills Bootcamps, forming part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee and funded through the Department of Education’s National Skills Fund.
Multiple start dates available throughout 2023/24, please register your interest using the button above for more information.
On this 12-week Skills Bootcamp you will cover:
Week 1 - JS Fundamentals
Week 2 - HTML & CSS
Week 3 - JS DOM
Week 4 - Advanced JavaScript
Week 5 - Introduction to React and Back End Development
Week 6 - React Next Level & CRUD Operations
Week 7 - Advanced React, SQL & Web Servers
Week 8 - Advanced React, Deployment & APIs
Week 9 - React Project Week and Preparing for Week 10
Week 10 - Final Group Projects
Soft skills and employability skills are embedded throughout the duration of the Skills Bootcamp alongside technical content.
Commercial environment focus:
- Working in an agile environment
- Mastering Kanban, timesheets and Trello
- Lifecycle of a technical and cloud-based project
- Development and technical responsibilities to project managers and client-services
- How to work with project managers
- How to approach problem solving in tech
Employability, Communications and Soft Skills:
- Working in a team and understanding where Junior Cloud Developers fit in typical structure
- Understanding the traits of a valuable team member
- Presentation skills; internal and external lightning talks
- Taking part in daily stand ups with the cohort
- High degree of self-awareness and empathy
- Taking and giving constructive feedback
Attendance is required:
- Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm
There are no formal entry requirements for this course however, you must be eligible for funding to apply, please see the section below - Fully Funded Entry Criteria.
Our Skills Bootcamps are fully funded for anyone aged 19+ who is:
- Employed either full-time or part-time
- Unemployed
- Self-employed
- A serving prisoner due to be released within 6 months of completion of a Skills Bootcamp and those on temporary release
- Must live in the Northwest, Yorkshire or Humber regions
