Launch your full-stack developer career in 18 weeks. Learn HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, SQL, and backend development while building real-world projects, including a production-ready capstone with deployment and CI/CD. No prior experience required.
I’m Paul Niemczyk, a Senior Software Engineer at a fintech company with a background in building cloud-native applications and leading engineering education. After five years in edtech, I’ve helped many beginners launch software engineering careers at mid- to large-cap companies. I focus on mentoring learners of all experience levels through a progressively designed, modern full-stack curriculum tailored to today’s AI-driven engineering landscape.
6+ years of experience
Build job-ready full-stack skills with live, hands-on learning
Attend live virtual sessions
Get real-world career guidance
Keep growing with Codecademy Pro
Get step-by-step guidance, ask questions, and learn with peers in
18 weeks of live virtual sessions with an industry expert.
Accelerate your growth with expert career guidance to help you improve your job searching skills, ace more interviews, and land your dream job.
Take your learning even further, practice new concepts, and continue your growth with full Pro access during your bootcamp.
Build portfolio-worthy projects
Review with video recordings
Earn a professional certification
Develop your professional portfolio with real-world projects, like mini Feed simulator, Dev porfolio, mini Feed UI, LLM Pokedex, and more.
Miss a session or want a refresher? Access on-demand recordings of each session to revisit key concepts or get unstuck while working on a project.
Demonstrate your expertise by earning a professional certification you can share with your network and add to your resume or LinkedIn profile.
Go further with Pro
Explore new possibilities with access to Codecademy Pro included in your bootcamp.
Unlock exclusive access
Continue leveling up your skills
with interactive courses and guided paths — plus code challenges, on-the-go mobile practice, and more.
Evolve your experience
Make the most of your journey with AI-powered tools, like a built-in AI assistant to explain concepts and errors, get unstuck quicker, and make progress faster.
Move up in your career
Apply new skills by building portfolio projects and prep for top industry certifications from AWS, Microsoft Azure, CompTIA, ISC2, and more.
Is this bootcamp right for you?
We want to ensure you have the best learning experience possible. Here are some signs that this bootcamp might be the right fit for you.
You're curious about software development, no matter your background
Ideal for anyone ready to learn by doing — whether you're a developer, student, career switcher, entrepreneur, or creative thinker looking to build real-world web apps.
You crave community
You'll join a supportive cohort and tap into the Codecademy community to stay motivated, ask questions, and grow together.
You want real-world industry knowledge
You'll apply your skills with industry relevant projects, and learn from someone with on ground experience.
Save more by learning together
Grow as a group. Reserve multiple bootcamp seats for your team, and we'll automatically apply your group discount at checkout.
Get feedback on how to better highlight your skills and stand out to top employers.
In addition to live virtual sessions, our Full-Stack Developer for Beginners bootcamp participants unlock access to exclusive career guidance sessions
Prepare for interviews
Learn from an expert and gain confidence for even the toughest interviews.
Plan your career journey
Get mentorship to plan your job search and pursue your dream job.
Priyanka AdhikariTeam Lead, Deel
This bootcamp is an incredible value for the investment.
Compared to other bootcamps that charge exorbitant fees, Codecademy provides top-notch instruction and a supportive learning environment at an affordable price. It's perfect for both beginners and experienced professionals looking to enhance their skills!
Liz ThorpStudent
The instructor made everything clear with a great mix of presentations, live demos, and hands-on practice.
Amazing experience! Doubt-clearing sessions helped me learn. Homework pushed me to apply concepts. I finished confident and excited — 9.5/10!
Jonathan Ben NewellTech Program Manager, iFIT
Anyone can spin up a chatbot, but confidently breaking down how an app works end-to-end is a game-changer.
I valued the focus on system design. The instructor made concepts like LangChain approachable and reinforced fundamentals.Hands-on learning gave me skills that matter.
Nick RoukeDirector of Digital Content & Marketing at OBT
The support was present, effective, and helped me go from novice to building real automation tools in weeks!
This bootcamp made coding approachable. Within two weeks, I built a real automation app my team actually uses, thanks to practical lessons, engaging sessions, and strong instructor support.
Yvonne MüllerSr Project Consultant, Guido Schilling Ag
Well-organized, practical, and intense in the best way possible!
The instructor’s real-world examples and proactive support made even complex AI topics easy to follow. I loved hands-on, structured sessions — perfect for a working professional like me. I came out with confidence, curiosity, and real AI skills I can use. I’d definitely join again — it’s a solid 9/10!
The bootcamp helped me transition into web development, build a strong portfolio, and become job-ready.
The Codecademy Pro access alongside the bootcamp was a game-changer for me. I could attend the structured classes and then dive deeper into the topics on my own time with Pro, which really helped me grasp the more challenging concepts.
Kiran NyayapatiAssistant Manager, Prime Focus
Learn now, pay later
Don’t let upfront costs slow you down on your journey to a new career — pay as you go in flexible, no-cost monthly installments with zero added cost or interest.
Each week, you’ll put your new skills into practice developing real-world projects.
Build the core logic behind a social media feed using JavaScript, designing how posts are created, stored, liked, sorted, and filtered. This project strengthens your understanding of data structures and application logic before introducing a UI.
Mini Feed Simulator
Create an AI-powered JavaScript application by combining live data from a public API with an LLM that generates Pokémon descriptions and insights. Learn async programming, API integration, and how to incorporate AI into real-world apps.
LLM Pokédex
Design, build, and deploy a production-ready civic-tech platform using Express, PostgreSQL, and React. Implement authentication, connect a database, and ship the app with Docker, CI/CD, and cloud deployment for a standout portfolio project.
Why choose just 1 bootcamp? Our new bootcamp All Access plan unlocks unlimited bootcamps to stack the tech skills needed to grow, pivot, and build a resilient career.
What is the Full-Stack Developer for Beginners bootcamp?
Codecademy’s Full-Stack Developer for Beginners bootcamp is a 18-week program of live virtual sessions, career guidance, and more to help you learn Full-Stack Development directly from an industry expert. Here are some bootcamp highlights:
Live virtual sessions with your bootcamp instructor
Step-by-step guidance and help when you need it most
Career mentorship like interview prep and resume feedback
5+ projects to add to your portfolio
Session recordings to review on your own schedule
A bootcamp certificate to showcase on your resume
Community support for discussion and collaboration
Access to Codecademy Pro during your bootcamp
Are there any prerequisites?
Nope — our bootcamp is beginner friendly and suitable for all skill levels, from learners totally new to coding to those who are more experienced and looking to hone their full- stack development skills.
What If I am unable to attend a session? Will I get the recording?
Session recordings will be available to watch on-demand on the bootcamp dashboard.
Will I have access to recordings after the bootcamp ends?
Yes — once the bootcamp is done, session recordings will stay available on the bootcamp dashboard.
What if I already have a Pro membership?
You'll get an extension on your Pro membership as per the bootcamp duration, free of cost, when you join the bootcamp.
When does my Pro access start?
Your Pro access starts the date your bootcamp starts.
Will I get any placement assistance post this bootcamp?
You'll have resume review and career coaching sessions to prepare you for your dream job. You'll also earn a bootcamp certificate and build portfolio projects to help you strengthen your resume and stand out to recruiters.
Can I get a refund for my bootcamp?
Yes! You’re eligible for a 100% refund if you request it within the first 14 days (2 weeks) after your bootcamp begins. We want you to have enough time to explore the program and make sure it’s the right fit for you.
What if I ask after 14 days?
Refunds are not available once the first 14 days have passed. However, we understand that unexpected situations can come up. If you’re experiencing special circumstances, please reach out to Codecademy Support. While transfers or exceptions beyond the policy aren’t standard, our team will review requests on a case-by-case basis.
