April 14, 2025 @ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | 5 months
Learn the awesome craft of programming to prepare yourself for a successful career in software development! Designed for Novices, this is your first step towards any career as a programmer.
Training focuses on the specific job skills required to perform well in entry level software development roles. Successful completion earns you an opportunity for an Apprenticeship. All training is full-time, in-person.
You'll learn problem solving, logic, algorithms and coding. You'll also learn the essential tools of professional programmers, starting with Python.
This is a project driven training course. You'll build software and apps alongside your instructor(s) and mentor(s) to demonstrate your skill with the craft. Study materials and equipment are provided each week to support your training.
The final 2 weeks focuses on a capstone project where you or your project team will showcase your new skills.
| Unit | Description |
|---|---|
| Programming Literacy | A technical introduction to reading code, abstract thinking and problem solving. |
| Unix Operating System | Learn how to manage a computer from a terminal using the Command Line Interface (CLI). |
| Python Programming | Introduction to coding with the Python programming language. |
| Debugging | Learn how to control and monitor program execution to identify and troubleshoot buggy code. |
| Tools of the Trade | Learn to develop your first software application by applying your programming skills. |
| Algorithmic Thinking | A dive into commonly used algorithms with visualizations and math. |
| Software Testing | Learn how to test software, common testing techniques and practices. |
| Programming Patterns | Learn to identify common programming patterns in complex software applications. |
| Databases | Learn how data storage works and how to integrate databases into your applications. |
| UI/UX Development | Get creative by learning how to structure and design interactive apps for mobile and/or desktop users. |
| Software Collaboration | Introduction to code collaboration, external tools and sharing. |
You are required to schedule a Guild Aptitude Session to become a candidate.
Programming is very challenging. So it's important that we celebrate each moment of progress as you train, and that you build confidence in your skills along the way. It's not all blood and sweat: its the best feeling in the world to overcome difficult challenges and be rewarded!
Enrollment is easy and simple: complete the form to lock in your seat and we will contact you by phone or email within 24 hours to finalize your registration. You can also enroll by phone or ask questions. We are a small team, so seats are limited.
We provide all equipment. In our effort to make technical training more accessible, all you need to get started is a commitment to learning. Training includes: