React Bootcamp - Zac Gordon

Learn the fundamentals of React with an experienced instructor and a community of engaged learners in this six week structured online Bootcamp.

5 Reasons to
Take This Bootcamp

  1. React is an essential part of modern web development
  2. This Bootcamp has a proven record of getting people hired for and working with React
  3. Zac and the group environment keep you motivated and learning more than you would on your own or with normal online resources
  4. Build your portfolio and practice selling your services for new jobs, clients and projects
  5. Develop best practices for coding styles, architecture and tooling

Testimonials

It’s been great! I love the format – check-ins, video lectures and hands-on practice. Everything clicks when Zac explains it!

Karolína V.

Karolína V.

Bootcamp Grad

Top notch content, a clear practical way to learn React. Great resource and experience. I highly recommend it!

Bobby Lee

Bobby Lee

Bootcamp Grad

What You Will Learn

  • Week 1 – Tooling Setup and React Fundamentals
    In our first week we get familiar with the basic tooling setup we will need for working with React, plus dive into core fundamentals of creating elements and components.
  • Week 2 – JSX and Props
    This week we learn about using JSX in our React code and how to pass data through a React application using Props.
  • Week 3 – State Management
    In week three we turn our attention towards the various ways we can manage state in a React application.
  • Week 4 – Lifecycle Hooks
    This week we focus on how to interact with the component lifecycle hooks that exist in React.
  • Week 5 – The React Ecosystem
    In week five we learn about a variety of other libraries developers commonly leverage alongside React.
  • Week 6 – Final Project
    Our final week is dedicated to building a final project that implements the skills covered in the Bootcamp.

How You Will Learn

This is a six week program where we meet online via Slack and Zoom. Each week, video and/or text based resources are provided along with practice exercises.

Our weekly schedule follows this format:

  • Mondays – Check-in via Slack
  • Tuesdays – 1 hr live lecture via Zoom
  • Thursdays – 1 hr discussion groups via Zoom
  • Fridays – Check-in via Slack

All lectures and discussion groups are recorded and made available to keep for playback later. You can attend either 11am or 6pm time slots based on your schedules.

The final week is dedicated to building, code reviewing and presenting your final projects.

Next Bootcamp

Get an email when the next Bootcamp dates are announced.

FAQ

What Are The Prerequisites?

Knowledge of JavaScript is required. The JavaScript Bootcamp is a recommended prerequisite. Basic HTML and CSS skills is also recommended.

How Much Time Will This Take Each Week?

Around ten hours is recommended to dedicate each week to the Bootcamp.  You can get by with less, although many students put in more than ten hours studying and practicing with the exercises and final project.

What Time Are the Lectures and Discussions?

Each lecture and discussion group is available at 11am and 6pm EDT/EST.  Students can choose the best time based on their schedule and alternative between times.  All lectures and discussions are recorded and made available for you to keep.

What Happens If I Miss a Lecture or Discussion

All lectures and discussions are recorded and made available for playback. Attendance of all sessions is not required, although attendance of one lecture and one discussion group is recommended.

What Time Are the Lectures and Discussions?

Each lecture and discussion group is available at 11am and 6pm EDT/EST.  Students can choose the best time based on their schedule and alternative between times.  All lectures and discussions are recorded and made available for you to keep.  

Is There a Payment Plan Option?

Yes! The payment plan involves $297 to reserve your seat, $150 at the start of the Bootcamp and a final $150 due in the middle of the Bootcamp.

Will This Get Me a Job?

Applying for jobs requires a combination of hard skills and soft skills.  In this Bootcamp we will focus on the hard skills you need to work as a junior front end developer using React.  Due to the short length of the Bootcamp, it may require some additional time to be fully ready to work as a front end JavaScript developer. However, this Bootcamp will get you set with a solid foundation and has a goal of getting you hired if that is your goal.