Learn the Fundamentals of Software Engineering, Get Certified by Oracle

In 12 Weeks, you will be on your way to a New, Lucrative Career as a Software Engineer

This Deep Dive Coding Bootcamp will allow you to learn the fundamentals of software engineering utilizing Java, the world’s most popular programming language. We will teach you how to build modern, in-demand software that runs on and integrates multiple platforms. Graduate with truly marketable, high-income skills.

Software Developers are in demand everywhere, including here in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where the unemployment rate for developers is just 1.8%. Jobs requiring coding skills pay an average of $22,000 per year more than jobs that don’t. Developers often have the opportunity to work in a flexible environment, on their own schedule, or even remotely. Working as an independent contractor is a common career choice as well, a chance to be your own boss!

Why You Should Learn Java

For years Java has ranked at the top of industry-wide rankings of programming languages in terms of usage, popularity and employer demand. The versatility of Java, combined with its extensive ecosystem of tools, has made it indispensable for writing code that operates across multiple platforms, including in mission-critical enterprise software environments.

Android operating system is the world’s most popular phone operating system, with nearly two billion devices in use worldwide and an 88% market share. A knowledge of Java and Android is a door into the world of mobile apps and app development. Android apps don’t just run on billions of phones and tablets, they can also run on wearable devices, smart TVs, and cars. Java is the foundational programming language of Android and the backend to many other JVM compatible languages such as Scala, Kotlin and Groovy.

Upcoming Bootcamps

May 2020 Bootcamp
Dates: May 18 – August 7
Application Deadline: April 20, 2020

September 2020 Bootcamp
Dates: September 21 – December 11
Application Deadline: August 21, 2020

Bootcamp structure

Full-time, Immersive Schedule:
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Location: CNM STEMulus Center (map)

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Learn the Code

• Programming with the Java language
• Object-oriented programming
• Version control with Git and GitHub
• Build automation and dependency management with Maven, Gradle, and Ant
• Java Virtual Machine (JVM)
• Unit testing with JUnit
• Javadoc for code documentation
• Using relational databases with SQL, JDBC, and JPA
• Object-relational mapping with Hibernate and Room
• Apache Derby DB and SQLite relational database management systems (RDBMS)
• SOAP and REST web services
• Java/Jakarta Enterprise Edition with the Tomcat application server and Spring framework
• Application deployment with AWS and Docker
• Android SDK
• Agile methodologies

You’ll become proficient with tools and techniques for programming, debugging, testing, collaboration, and version control while you build skills in Agile software development, test-driven development, and other practices and methodologies used by today’s best software shops.

You will strengthen your hard and soft skills working on your own personal project and collaborating as a member of a capstone project team.

Prerequisites

• Experience with the Windows, OS X, or Linux Ubuntu operating system.
• Basic mathematical skills (at least high school algebra).
• Practical user-level understanding of the Internet – e.g. using the Chrome or Firefox browser to navigate the World Wide Web and download files.
• Fundamental computers skills, including basic use of the keyboard and mouse, as well as higher-level actions for file management (moving, copying, and deleting files).

Program

Pre-Bootcamp (Before the program starts)
Pre-work will be assigned to you before the bootcamp starts. All the resources used in the pre-work are accessible online.

Introduction and Discovery (Weeks 1-3)

• Learn to use a suite of development tools.
• Learn programming concepts through Java syntax and structure.
• Understand and implement fundamental algorithms.
• Learn and apply object-oriented and functional techniques.
• Use the Javadoc tool and code comments to generate API documentation.
• Leverage JUnit to write reliable, verifiable code.
• Implement relational data models in SQL databases and integrate them into your Java code with JDBC.
• Learn the basics of dependency management and build automation with Maven, Gradle, and Ant.
• Learn the basics of Swing and JavaFX to build portable GUI applications.
• Explore the Android SDK through the development of a number of simple Android apps.
• Acquire the disciplines and habits of computational thinking and intensive daily coding.
• Exercise and expand your skills through exploratory development of your own projects.
• Form teams for your capstone project.

Extended Platforms and Environments (Weeks 4-6)

• Use Java’s concurrency features to take advantage of multiprocessing environments.
• Explore other JVM-hosted languages, including Groovy and Scala.
• Use Java Enterprise Edition to build and consume web services.
• Reinforce your practices and knowledge base through team and individual projects.
• Design and begin building your team capstone project.
• Begin implementing your personal Android project.

Execution and Deployment (Weeks 7-12)

• Immerse yourself in your team capstone project.
• Create clean, functional, verified and documented code.
• Build out your personal and digital brands.
• Demonstrate your team capstone projects to employers, staffing agencies and others in the tech community.
• Complete your personal development project.
• Complete resume and mock interviews.
• Graduate and find a job or begin working on freelance development projects.

Multiple mindfulness sessions are incorporated into the bootcamp to help students manage the stress of tests, presentations, interviews, and other high-stakes events.

Get College Credit

After you have completed this bootcamp, you will receive a certificate of completion, not a degree. You can receive Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) from Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) if you do decide to later pursue a degree, getting free credit for classes that are similar to what you did in the bootcamp. Learn more about non-credit to credit CPL at CNM.

Get Certified by Oracle

After you have successfully completed this bootcamp, you will receive an exam voucher for the Java SE 8 Programmer I exam for Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 8 Programmer certification.

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Cost

$8,995* is the discounted price for New Mexico residents.
$9,995* for out-of-state applicants.

Learn more about financial assistance and the payment process for the bootcamp. *Prices subject to change.

*Prices and dates subject to change.

Reserve Your Seat Now: A $1,500 non-refundable deposit is required prior to the application deadline in order to reserve your seat. The remaining course fees must be paid in full by the application deadline.

Instructors

Nick Bennett
Lead Instructor
Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 8 Programmer

Nick Bennett began programming in high school, continuing through the completion of his B.S. in Mathematics and M.S. in Operations Research & Statistics; that academic background led to an early programming focus on the design and development of decision support systems. As his work has expanded to a wide range of application areas over the years, he has executed projects using dozens of programming languages and dialects, on platforms ranging from mobile devices to mainframes, from standalone machines to complex connected & semi-connected networks.
In 1994, Nick began running workshops on business process redesign and automation, targeted to teams of designers and programmers. After moving to New Mexico in 1997, he began working with a number of secondary educational programs, teaching computer programming, modeling, and simulation in after-school and summer programs. This educational work expanded to leading workshops on applied complexity theory and agent-based modeling for teachers in New Mexico and other states, and for health and social policy professionals and academics in Cuba and the Dominican Republic. Website | GitHub

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Todd Nordquist
Assistant Instructor
Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 8 Programmer

Todd’s passion for all things related to computer programming and computer science grew more and more over the past several years. So much so that a year ago he decided to make the change from being a property manager to become a software developer. The Deep Dive Java + Android Bootcamp made that possible. Todd now not only works as an assistant instructor for Deep Dive Coding, but he also does contract work for a large company to upgrade and maintain one of its server based websites. Todd spends his free time going on hiking / backpacking trips with his wife, practicing yoga, and reading historical and sci-fi books.

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