800 hours of hyper-relevant training. Not just how to code, but how to work well.
2-4 impressive projects - both individual and in collaboration with other students.
Field trips, guest speakers, exclusive job fair & drop-ins from community leaders.
The Summer 2015 class will be our fourth in Omaha (fifth overall). Our graduates are already becoming leaders in the industry and work at some of the most exciting companies in Omaha and beyond.
In addition to class projects, our students will build real, live products for sharing with the world. We teach industry-standard methodologies to prepare our students to hit the ground running in their future jobs.
It takes more than coding know-how to teach this kind of course. We've spent months fine-tuning our curriculum, improving our instructional techniques, and learning what Omaha's employers value. We're proud to offer the best educational experience around.
We turn beginners into hireable web developers in 12 weeks. That means you learn much, much more than "how to code". You'll learn how to think like a software engineer. And you will build real products using ultramodern technologies that you often teach yourself as you go, like you would in the workplace.Sumeet Jain, Lead Instructor
One of the best ways to build modern web applications. Learn it - and how it works.
Master semantic markup and efficient style to build elegant interfaces for any device.
Learn the behavioral layer to add dynamism and personality to your applications.
Understand and practice this respected methodology for creating robust and maintainable code.
Become an adaptable and compassionate developer who can iterate quickly.
Manage your code versions and collaborate wit other programmers(and non-programmers!).
Understand and practice this respected methodology for creating robust and maintainable code.
Learn and practice different ways to ship your application.
Develop the ability to communicate and interpret complex ideas clearly and develop an eye for detail.
It's not just coding. Our graduates are the best front-end developers around. We're serious about design.
Become an effective, independent, and kind web developer. Learn presentation and interview skills.
Build an impressive portfolio and résumé. Practice real programming interview questions. Meet employers and other leaders in the Silicon Prairie.
Pre-Work |
If you're admitted, we'll provide you with a detailed self-learning curriculum. You'll watch videos, read tutorials, and practice basic exercises. These are the kinds of resources anyone can find online for free, which give you a basic framework for the deeper education and experience we will be providing. |
Weeks 1-4 |
The first third of the course is a rigorous survey of web development. You'll learn the tools of the trade, practice good techniques, and build at least one real web application you can show off to your friends and family. You will also frequently learn from guest speakers and mentors, who will share insights about coding, design, and the industry in general. By the end of Week 4, you will have a solid foundation for web development and a growing appreciation for the non-technical parts of the business as well. |
Weeks 5-12 |
The rest of the course is a deep-dive into building production-caliber web applications. You'll focus on completing a more ambtious project in a group - as well as collaborate on real, live products that you can share with the world. |
Outcomes |
By graduation, you'll have an impressive portfolio of work on GitHub, solid experience you can show off on your résumé, technical interview experience, and you'll have made valuable connections in the community. We'll host a events like demo days, exclusive job fairs, and guide you through your job search. |
Gather in the common area over bagels and coffee before class begins.
We will start the day's project together, coding on the projector. Shout out questions and explore variations - it's highly interactive.
Hack individually or pair-program on projects. Get help from the instructors when you get stuck.
Sometimes we provide lunch and a guest speaker.
Just like in the morning, we will introduce new concepts and help you work through challenging projects that reinforce understanding.
The school stays open! No two evenings are alike. Whether it's a meetup, mock interviews, guest lecture, hackathon, or party - something interesting will be happening. Class officially ends at 5pm, but many students work into the night.
We can work on a case-by-case basis with students who would otherwise not be able to attend Omaha Code School.
We're committed to finding ways for anyone to attend our course.
All-day, every weekday.
The work and pace are intense. But you'll enjoy the work more than ever, and we have lots of sponsored events and other fun to keep it fresh
We're located in the beautiful 13th Street corridor - next to the Donut Stop.
We are excited to be partnering with 75 North to launch Omaha Code School: Highlander – North Omaha's first intensive coding camp for high schoolers.
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As of two weeks ago, 100% of our Spring 2014 graduates have found jobs. Read on for more about our outcomes and growth.
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This summer is especially bright, as Beth joins our team as Director of Operations.
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For every on-site hour a mentor spends helping our students, we'll split a $10 donation to Hello World Foundation in support of the CoderDojo movement, and The Ada Initiative, which supports women in open technology and culture. We will also match every $10 donation above with another $10 for minority scholarships next session.
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Among other things, Omaha Code School values giving, openness, and health.
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Want to lend a hand with Omaha Code School? We'd love to have your support! Here is how employers can help us out.
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Omaha Code School will be a valuable piece of a larger movement towards building talent and encouraging entrepreneurship in the Silicon Prairie. It will take cooperation and a coordinated effort to fully realize the stored potential here.
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On February 22, 2015, attendees of Startup Weekend Nebraska reported three violations of our code of conduct. This post provides brief descriptions of each instance and the manner in which they were/are being handled by the event organizers.
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We're so excited to be announcing our newest team-member, Andrew Ek.
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We are delighted to announce the granting of $14,500 in scholarships for our inaugural class's students - and a fund of over $10k from GitHub for women attending our next class.
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We are delighted to announce the granting of $14,500 in scholarships for our inaugural class's students - and a fund of over $10k from GitHub for women attending our next class.
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Here are 6 ways anyone from the community can help the students of Omaha Code School.
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As part of our preparation for Omaha Code School, we are building a channel for our graduates to find jobs. Of course, this channel works both ways: It’s also for employers to find talent. For employers who might be interested in hiring our graduates, we strongly encourage becoming one of our Supporting Employers.
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Questions? Contact us at learn@omahacodeschool.com
