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Hack Reactor

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Hack Reactor by Galvanize is an educator for rapid career transformation, offering software engineering bootcamps designed so that anyone with motivation can succeed, regardless of education, experience, or background. Hack Reactor by Galvanize bootcamps are challenging and designed to fit a student’s schedule and skill level. Bootcamps include a 16-Week Software Engineering Immersive with JavaScript and Python, designed for beginners, as well as a 12-Week Software Engineering Immersive. 

Applicants to the 12-week Software Engineering Immersive need to pass a Technical Admissions Assessment (TAA), which tests for intermediate coding competency. There is a free, self-paced bootcamp prep course that can be accessed to learn the fundamentals of JavaScript. Those applying for the 16-week program do not need to pass the TAA or take any prep courses. Applicants to all programs need to pass an aptitude test, a brief typing test, and an admissions interview.

In addition to its software engineering programs, Hack Reactor provides a large network of professional peers, 1:1 coaching, mock interviews, job training, and more. All students graduate as autonomous, full-stack software engineers, fully capable of tackling unique problems and building complex applications on the job. Hack Reactor alumni join a diverse, engaged network of fellow students, instructors, staff, and alumni, including 14,000+ graduates at 2,500 companies. 

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  • Kate
    Kate
    Front End Engineer • Graduate • 36-Week Software Engineering Online Immersive • Online
    Mar 04, 2018
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    Best choice I made to jump-start my new career

    I am 100% happy that I chose to study at Hack Reactor. 10/10 with rice would do again.

    I did the full-time remote program. I have a BFA and was a bartender before I started. I did a lot of self study, built some apps on my own, and was rejected once before attending.

    My knowledge and understanding of Javascript, frameworks, and full stack development increased in a way I couldn't have replicated on my own in the same amount of time. The soft skills that you learn here a...

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  • Antonio Caporicci
    Antonio Caporicci
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Hack Reactor • Austin
    Feb 01, 2018
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    Incredible Experience.

    As a former public school teacher I was skeptical of the overall Bootcamp Experience.  The fees seemed exorbitant, and the promises of employment appeared out of line with my own perceptions of the job market.  After reading reviews and shopping around town I realized that Hack Reactor wasn’t offering what most bootcamps were,  they were providing an environment that allows people to push themselves to learn more than they thought possible. Even the entrance process was far mor...

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  • Philip M
    Philip M
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Hack Reactor • Los Angeles
    Jan 31, 2018
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    Hack Reactor puts you on a path towards success

    Hack Reactor (LA campus for me) was an excellent experience that I would recommend to anyone looking into coding bootcamps. I was very hesitant to do it at first because of the price and uncertainty, but I do not regret it at all. The course material was designed in such a way to teach us problem solving and autonomy as much as the technical skills to be full-stack JS developers. The instructors and staff were also top-notch and were helpful every step of the way. They are notably gr...

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  • Hank Bowen
    Hank Bowen
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Hack Reactor • Austin
    Jan 16, 2018
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    Best Decision of my LIfe

    I attended Hack Reactor May - July 2017, and can confidently say that it was  among the best personal and professional decisions I have made in my life. Not only does the program truly prepare you for a field in web development and software engineering, but the staff are also incredibly helpful and invested in your success. The curriculum is challenging but fun, and pushes students to learn autonomously in a supportive environment. I also had the incredible opportunity to stay on for 3 mon...

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  • John Packel
    John Packel
    Hard Core Decentralization Developer • Graduate • Hack Reactor • New York City
    Dec 24, 2017
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    Hack Reactor's immersive program was life changing

    During my 20+ years in technology as an entrepreneur, product developer and marketer - much of it working with developers - I often wondered what was going on under the hood in the products and services I was creating and selling.

    After 9 years at American Express, and having become obsessed with cryptocurrencies and the emerging blockchain ecosystem since discovering it in 2013, I left in July 2016 to add software engineering to my skillset and hopefully gain an ability to begi...

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  • Timothy Roy
    Timothy Roy
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Hack Reactor • Austin
    Dec 09, 2017
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    An outstanding career accelerator

    I'd taught myself web development and had been doing it for a bit before coming to Hack Reactor, and had also done several courses on algorithms.

    In fact, partway through the first half of the course, I noticed that I already knew all the concepts being taught. Should I keep going?

    I did keep going, and that was a great decision. Even though I had more experience than the usual person who attends Hack Reactor, I gained the three benefits I hoped for. 

    First, i...

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  • Trace
    Trace
    Junior FullStack Engineer • Student • Hack Reactor • Austin
    Dec 04, 2017
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    The experience was great and challenging

    I had a great experience during the boot camp and after. During the course, there was always someone there to help, and they were great at restraining themselves so you still had to learn on your own. I got enough instruction to help and motivate me to keep learning and just little enough to give me the confidence to succeed.

    After the course, the staff and my classmates kept in touch weekly through video chat which is amazing for what will be a very stressful time in your life. ...

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  • Sam Olukotun
    Sam Olukotun
    Graduate • 36-Week Software Engineering Online Immersive • Online
    Dec 01, 2017
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    A rewarding investment

    I had planned to pursue a master's degree when I came across Hack Reactor. Compared to a traditional college, Hack Reactor has turned out to be a more rewarding investment of my time and money. Highly recommended.

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  • Matt Fernandez
    Matt Fernandez
    Software Engineer • Graduate • 36-Week Software Engineering Online Immersive • Online
    Nov 08, 2017
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    Growing up I always gravitated to computers...

    Growing up I always gravitated to computers.  I was part of the ‘computer club’ growing up.  I built computers, and I programmed.  For one reason or the other I felt that it would be impossible for me to complete my dream of becoming a Software Engineer.  Hack Reactor helped me complete my goal.

     

    I went through Hack Reactor Prep, I interviewed, I got accepted, I went through pre-course, I went through the immersive, and I spent tim...

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  • Conor
    Conor
    Software engineer • Graduate • Hack Reactor • San Francisco
    Oct 26, 2017
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    Great education

    I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Hack Reactor. The instructors were top notch, happy to talk to you about anything you may not understand at anytime during the hours of the course. The curriculum is also phenomenal.

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  • Roberto Alvarez
    Roberto Alvarez
    Frontend Engineer II • Graduate • Hack Reactor • San Francisco
    Oct 26, 2017
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    HR made my career

    My experience is of April 2014. I was in the 12th cohort of Hack Reactor, so things might have changed. But this is my experience:

     

    If you are planning to go serious into software, Hack Reactor is the best thing you can possibly do. If indeed you are serious enough, plan on disappearing from life for 3 months to fully dive into software engineering with JavaScript and related technologies. For...

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  • Adrian
    Adrian
    Applicant • Hack Reactor • San Francisco
    Aug 30, 2017
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    HR Booted Me SIX DAYS before my cohort start date

    tldr - go to app academy

    I was accepted into Hack Reactor, then 6 days before I was supposed to enter the program, I was told I couldn't come anymore. I passed the technical assessment, even did the Pre-course work, but a week before my cohort was supposed to start, we were told we had to have a "counselor check" (which was never part of the admissions process until we were notified). Then after the counselor check, I get an email saying I was "provisionally a...

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Hack Reactor Alumni Reviews Summary

Based on 300+ Hack Reactor reviews on Course Report, alumni frequently praise the intensive and immersive nature of their programs, particularly the Software Engineering Immersive. Alumni often mention the high level of rigor and the comprehensive curriculum that prepares them for careers in tech. One student shared, "Hack Reactor was amazing! I was able to do the bootcamp fully remote, and received a job offer after less than 3 months searching."​​ However, some reviews highlighted the challenging aspects, such as the demanding workload and the need for total commitment during the program.
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How much does Hack Reactor cost?

Hack Reactor costs around $19,480.

What courses does Hack Reactor teach?

Hack Reactor offers courses like 12-Week Intermediate Coding Bootcamp , 16-Week Beginner Coding Bootcamp with JavaScript & Python.

Where does Hack Reactor have campuses?

Hack Reactor teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Is Hack Reactor worth it?

Hack Reactor hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 331 Hack Reactor alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Hack Reactor on Course Report - you should start there!

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