Are you ready to start working in web development? Ok, the good news is that you have educational options. You can try to learn web development from watching YouTube videos but that is not practical, and you never know whether you are learning the most up-to-date information. The better options are to complete a degree program at a University, a diploma program at Hunter Business School, or a credentialed web development bootcamp. Each has its pros and cons. Since you probably already know that most University programs last 2- to 4-years and include many general education classes, we will focus on the difference between a diploma program and a credentialed web development bootcamp.
What is a Web Development Bootcamp?
Web development bootcamps are short, intense training sessions that offer credentials to those who have completed the program.
What is the Difference Between a Bootcamp and a Traditional Program?
There are many differences between a bootcamp and a traditional web development diploma program. Some of these differences include:
Depth of Curriculum
A web development bootcamp is a condensed version of a traditional diploma program’s curriculum. The traditional program offers a well-rounded education in web application design and development, with classes in the following subjects:
Web Design with HTML & CSS – an introduction to website development practices, including HTML, HTTP and FTP protocols, CSS, and troubleshooting techniques.
Programming with JavaScript & jQuery – programming using JavaScript and Document Object Model with a jQuery library. The focus is on the development of touch screens and mobile devices.
Cross-Platform Mobile and Web Apps Development –a starting point for mobile application development using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery Mobile.
Object Oriented Programming with Java – a hands-on approach to programming with Java. You will learn to build a full-stack Java web application.
Data Development Utilizing Database Design & SQL – an introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL) programming and commands.
Programming with Python – learning Python through problem-solving and algorithm development.
PHP Programming with MySQL –the basics of PHP and MySQL to build professional database-driven websites.
e-Commerce and Content Management Systems – a hands-on course that prepares you to work with e-Commerce and CMS development.
Web Services with Node.js, XML, and JSON – a course focused on distributed application development, the basics of middleware, and distributed application architecture.
Fundamentals of Digital Security & Software Development Life Cycle Methodology – an introduction to the basics of IT security, including common threats and protective measures. It also reviews the web developer’s role in the various stages of the software development life cycle.
Team Projects 1 & 2 – hands-on exercises to reinforce the skills learned during previous coursework.
On the other hand, a web development bootcamp will focus either on front-end or back-end development. Bootcamps dive deep into niche skills; for example, they may only focus on web development or design. Some focus on the interface design and UX, while others focus on web programming and the app’s functionality. In our Web Application Development and Design program, you get a complete curriculum for the many topics included in web application development and design
Difficulty
The bootcamp is fast and intense. On the other hand, Hunter Business School’s program is completed at a normal pace, with plenty of hands-on training, externships and team projects. Instructors are available for office hours and during virtual lectures, and you can complete the program at a steady pace.
Hands-On Training
Our diploma program offers 180 hours of externship in addition to 720 hours of classroom lecture. You receive hands-on training and guidance from instructors to provide direct feedback while you complete projects. During a bootcamp, the instructor will have a large classroom full of students and may only be able to offer a little input during the short period you are practicing your trade.
Program Duration
The Web Application Development and Design program at Hunter Business School can be completed in as little as 7 ½ months. An average boot camp lasts 14 weeks. That may not be enough time to fully learn every aspect of web application development and design.
Diploma vs Certificate
When you graduate from a Web Development program, you will receive a diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution. Hunter Business School is accredited by the Commission on Secondary Schools and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. At the end of the bootcamp, you receive a credential.
A Hybrid Approach
Hunter Business School offers classroom lectures in a virtual setting and allows you to video conference from home instead of commuting to campus. The team projects and externships are completed in person. With both the virtual learning and in person training you will get instructor guidance and work with classmates to build your web application development and design skills.
Career Services
A significant part of graduating from Hunter Business School is we help you find a job after graduation. Our career skills course enables you to build a portfolio and resume, to prepare for job interviews.
Final Thoughts
Ultimately, the diploma program offered at Hunter Business School offers a shorter, deeper dive into web development than a two- or four-year college, with more hands-on training and instructor guidance than a web development boot camp. Let Hunter Business School prepare you for an entry-level full-stack web design and development role. It’s a lifelong career where there is always something new to learn.
Want to Learn More?
The Hybrid Web Application Design and Development training program offers hands-on school instruction in full-stack web development, giving you the skills needed to become a junior developer or website administrator with no prior coding experience needed.
Not just a bootcamp, this 7½ month training program gives you the skills, theory, and hands-on experience necessary to enter the cutting-edge website and application development field.
Contact us today to learn more about becoming a web developer on Long Island.