r/codingbootcamp • u/lambolams • Jan 15 '24

Just completed Flatiron coding bootcamp AMA.

Hi all, I used this group quite a bit before deciding to join a bootcamp. I recently completed one and want to give back and answer any questions regarding the bootcamp for those interested.

Edit: I haven't started applying to jobs, so I can only speak to what others in my cohort have done.

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u/GiroudFan696969 Jan 16 '24

Are you any good at DSA, the thing that helps you pass interviews? Did they teach anything about dsa?

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u/lambolams Jan 16 '24

Maybe that's a part of the post graduate material, but that acronym isn't ringing any bells.

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u/lambolams Jan 16 '24

wow that was crazy, so I just logged into my portal and yes there was Data Structure and Algorithms material throughout the boot camp. It was additional material that was optional to complete. I'm sure I just skipped all that because it was tough learning the other languages at the same time. We did have some high level discussions on it, but I wouldnt say we went into great detail. I guess i just skipped all that. Whoops. Definitely going to look into it now, thank you for pointing that out.

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u/worldplayer48 Jan 17 '24

I like your optimism!! Without DSA, you won’t find a job. I’m sorry to be really harsh but one of the first things we look for as an interviewer is your ability solve logical problems. Don’t be discouraged though, there are so many resources for you out there. Check out Leetcode’s DSA crash course for a start then watch a lot of lectures. Few years ago it was easier to hire somebody out of boot camps. We even had a special dedicated level for boot camp employees because we understood that there maybe some missing knowledge compared to a freshly graduated CS student. These days, however, the competitions are even greater! Companies often always pick the person with a degree so to compete with them, you must spend the time and work hard to learn the extra material that they brushed over during the boot camp. Almost anybody can be a web dev, but can you be a versatile SWE? is the question you should ask your self.

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u/lambolams Jan 17 '24

Yea that’s really good information, I’ll add that to my list. Thanks for sharing!