to Jul 24th 2022
Full 7 week course
(280 hours)
€3,400
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Web Development Bootcamp
Tortuga Coders offers an intense 7-week course to take you from zero to an entry-level web programmer.
Classes take place on the beautiful island of Koh Phangan, Thailand and are to be attended in person.
Relax while you study on a beautiful tropical island that will spark your creativity and put you in a state of flow.
Next batch starts June 6th 2022. Applications close May 31st 2022.
ApplyWhat you'll learn
At Tortuga Coders, we focus on full-stack JavaScript development (front-end, back-end, database).
By the end of the course, you'll feel comfortable building a web application from scratch, such as:
- Social networks like Facebook and Twitter;
- eCommerce like Amazon and eBay;
- online booking systems like Airbnb;
- magazines and blogs like Medium;
- enterprise software like Salesforce and Xero;
Who is this course for?
Are you an entrepreneur? Do you want to build your own tech product? Perhaps you’re struggling to find a technical co-founder?
Are you a student, but you only learned theory and want to acquire practical skills?
Are you unhappy with your current job and want to change your career, become a programmer?
If you're one of the above, then keep reading.
Susanna, student from batch #01
Michelle and Gaël, students from batch #01
Our Method
You will attend classes 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday for 7 weeks.
During classes you will be writing thousands of lines of code, guided by our teachers and build projects in small groups to sharpen your skills.
Our teachers and mentors will be there with you at every step of the journey to make sure you solve problems fast when you get stuck and don't waste time.
View a Day at TortugaHow much does it cost?
Jun 6th 2022
to Jul 24th 2022
to Jul 24th 2022
How do we compare?
| Tortuga Coders | Other Bootcamps | |
|---|---|---|
| What you learn | NodeJS & JavaScript The future of programming. JavaScript is the most popular and fastest growing web language. Thanks to NodeJs, with a single language you can program web, server, mobile, IoT, AI and more for years to come. | Ruby on Rails A dying language. Jobs for Rails are in steep decline and adoption of the technology for new projects has been dropped by most companies. |
| How long | 7 weeks | 6 to 8 weeks |
| How much | €3,400😎Pay in 12 months | €6,000 to €15,000😱 |
| Method | Teachers with you all day, every day At Tortuga Coders, you write code from day one, all day, every day.Teachers are with you all the time, to help you quickly solve problems so you don’t waste time searching for answers on the web. | Some lectures, then you’re on your own Most other courses only give you lectures in the morning, then you’re on your own, wasting countless hours fixing silly bugs instead of being productive, learning more and building products. |
| Location | Relaxed + Fun + Cheap Koh Phangan, is a breathtaking tropical island in the south of Thailand, famous for digital nomads, spectacular beaches, delicious food and world-class parties. Also, Phangan is cheaper coming from Europe or America, so you save while you study. | Stressed & Expensive Most other courses are based in big cities like London, Paris or San Francisco, which are expensive and the weather is not always so kind. Learning to code is a big challenge on its own, why would you want to add even more stress to it? |
| Size | Small Groups Up to 10 students per batch, so everyone gets enough attention | Large Groups Large groups of 30+ students where it's everyone for themselves |
| What you learn | |
|---|---|
NodeJS & JavaScript The future of programming. JavaScript is the most popular and fastest growing web language. Thanks to NodeJs, with a single language you can program web, server, mobile, IoT, AI and more for years to come. | |
Ruby on Rails A dying language. Jobs for Rails are in steep decline and adoption of the technology for new projects has been dropped by most companies. |
| How long | |
|---|---|
7 weeks | |
6 to 8 weeks |
| How much | |
|---|---|
€3,400😎 | |
€6,000 to €15,000😱 |
| Method | |
|---|---|
Teachers with you all day, every day At Tortuga, you write code from day one, all day, every day.Teachers are with you all the time, to help you quickly solve problems so you don’t waste time searching for answers on the web. | |
Some lectures, then you’re on your own Most other courses only give you lectures in the morning, then you’re on your own, wasting countless hours fixing silly bugs instead of being productive, learning more and building products. |
| Location | |
|---|---|
Relaxed + Fun + Cheap Koh Phangan, is a breathtaking tropical island in the south of Thailand, famous for digital nomads, spectacular beaches, delicious food and world-class parties. Also, Phangan is cheaper coming from Europe or America, so you save while you study. | |
Stressed & Expensive Most other courses are based in big cities like London, Paris or San Francisco, which are expensive and the weather is not always so kind. Learning to code is a big challenge on its own, why would you want to add even more stress to it? |
| Size | |
|---|---|
Small Groups Up to 10 students per batch, so everyone gets enough attention | |
Large Groups Large groups of 30+ students where it's everyone for themselves |
Our students and staff from batch #02
Our students and staff from batch #03
Our Curriculum
Web building blocks
We'll cover the basics first: how the web works, structure of web apps and the technology landscape.
Tools
We'll show you the most common tools web developers use and best practice so you can move quickly and bring your ideas to life.
HTML & CSS
These are the fundamentals of web interfaces, you'll build web pages, including complex forms and layouts, responsive apps that look good on mobile and desktop
The JavaScript language
Using JavaScript, the most popular programming language on the web, you will go from the basics of coding to advanced concepts, writing algorithms to solve problems and think like a programmer
JavaScript for the web
JS is what makes web interfaces interactive, responding to human inputs, altering pages when data is added or removed, loading external data and making pages dynamic. You will learn how to do all of that by first writing pure JavaScript for the DOM before applying frameworks.
Git & GitHub
Working in small groups, you will experience exactly what developers go through on a daily basis at work, how they collaborate and structure their projects.
NodeJS: JavaScript on the Server
You'll learn how to build your server, read and write files, and use NPM.
Build your REST API
With a REST API, you'll be able to serve data to web apps and mobile apps alike. You'll learn how to write secure REST APIs with authentication.
MySQL
Create, Read, Update and Delete data to and from a database using SQL, connect your server and REST API to your database, transfer and manipulate data in JSON format.
External APIs
Most APIs you'll use on a daily basis won't be built by you, so you'll learn how to connect to external APIs such as Google Maps or Stripe.
Design Thinking & Project Management
You'll learn the industry best practice for managing complex projects with SCRUM, the jargon and how to integrate a team of developers to be operational from day one.
Projects
During the program you'll be working on multiple projects, however the last 2 weeks are dedicated purely to building your own personal project using all the skills you acquired.
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Next batch starts June 6th 2022.
Applications close May 31st 2022.
Students from Batch #02
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Facilities
Where you'll be studying in Koh Phangan
A Day at Tortuga Coders
A typical weekday at Tortuga goes like this:
| 7:00 am: | Yoga class for those who want to get started with a good stretch |
| 9:00 am: | Class starts, a new topic is introduced and explained by your teacher every day in the form of a lecture. |
| 11:00 am: | Hands-on coding: start working on the exercises of the day. |
| 1:00 pm: | Lunch break and perhaps go for a swim? ☀️ We're right on the beach! |
| 2:00 pm: | More hands-on coding and time to work on a project. You write code from day 1 building real-life projects and your teacher and mentors are there to help you if you have any questions. |
| 5:00 pm: | End of class. |
| 6:00 pm: | Gym, running or watch the sunset? Whatever you feel like, Koh Phangan is a vibrant island with plenty of activities. |
| 8:30 pm: | Dinner & chill time. 🍜 There are plenty of restaurants and bars to choose from, for all tastes and budgets. |
Weekends
There are tons of activities: surfing, scuba diving, beach volley and places to explore: temples, jungles, waterfalls and much more that we organize, or you can explore on your own.
Or, if you prefer, you can just relax on the beach. It's important to take a break or you'll burn out before the end of the course. So, put your laptop down and relax 😎
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💡 What do I need to know before I apply to Tortuga Coders?
For our Web Development Beginner course in Koh Phangan, you must be "computer-literate" but no other technical skills are required. You must be very familiar with the basics of using a computer and software, such as Word, Excel or PowerPoint, installing software, creating and organizing files, knowing some keyboard shortcuts and typing relatively fast.
💻 Do I need to bring my own laptop?
Yes, you need your own laptop. We recommend an Apple Mac laptop running Mac OS X. However, if you already use a Windows PC at work every day, you keep using Windows.
🔊 In what language are the classes?
Classes are in English. You must have a good grasp of the English language to attend the course. If you understand everything you read on this website, then you'll be fine.
⏳ How many courses do you run per year?
We run 5 courses per year. If you can't make it to the upcoming one, please apply now and mention the month you want to join in the application form, we'll put you on the waiting list and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
👨🏫 Who is the teacher?
Tony, the founder of Tortuga Coders and teacher, is a veteran of the tech industry, he's been writing code for the past 18 years and he has recently built and sold 2 tech companies. Check his profile here (make sure you are logged in on Linkedin).
👩💻 What happens after I apply?
Once you fill the application form, we will get back to you to schedule a video call with one of our onboarding managers to assess if the course is right for you based on your objectives and expectations.
After the call, if you've been accepted, you'll be notified via email.
The following step is to secure your spot by paying the tuition fee. We operate on a first come first serve basis and, while we receive hundreds of applications, we can only accept 10 students per batch.
Our operations manager, will help you make sure that you're all set (arrival time, visa questions, etc.)
Finally, see you at Tortuga Coders. You must arrive at least one day before the start of the course, to make sure you're settled in. We start on Monday at 9am sharp.
🖱 Do you teach how to make websites?
Sure, that's the easy part. But building web apps is a whole new level and that's what we focus on. If you're only interested in making simple websites, this course is not for you.
🎨 Do you teach Wordpress?
No. You will not use Wordpress or any other platform that lets you build apps without coding. Instead, you will learn to code and build your own platforms.
We focus on web development, however, given the flexibility of JavaScript and the popularity of NodeJS, you can build mobile apps for iPhone and Android, you can program robots and Internet of Things (IoT), build videogames or even Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and Machine Learning (M.L.) – the world is your oyster.
🌏 Where are you located?
We are located on the beautiful tropical island of Koh Phangan, in the south of Thailand.
🗺 How do I get to the bootcamp?
You will fly to Koh Samui international airport, our neighbor island, and then take a 30 minutes speedboat ride to Koh Phangan.
🏖 How's the weather and what do I need to bring with me?
The weather is mostly sunny and hot, we're on a tropical island, so bring your swimsuit and flip flops!
🛂 Do I need a visa?
If you're not already in the country, you must obtain a visa. Our staff can help you get the right one.
🧪 Do I need to be vaccinated?
Yes, you must be fully vaccinated (2 doses) before you enter Thailand. No quarantine.
🐣 Is there a minimum age?
Yes, you must be at least 20 years old by the time the course starts.
🗓 Why does the course last 7 weeks?
We have experimented with various lengths and 7 weeks is the optimal time for beginners to learn the material of our course.
👨🎓 How many students attend each batch?
We limit classes to 10 students so we can dedicate enough time to each one.
🏠 Do you provide accommodation?
No, accommodation is not included. But our staff can help you find a cheap and good quality place to stay near the school.
🍜 Is food included?
No, however we provide a 10% discount at the on-location restaurant. There are other options around too.
🛫 Are flights included?
No, students come from all over the world so it would be impossible for us to organize.
💰 What's your refund policy?
If you decide to not attend Tortuga Coders after you've paid, we can refund you 95% of the fee up to 60 days before the start of the course.
If we cancel the course you paid for (for any reason) we'll refund you 100% of the fee you paid for the course.
🤕 What if something bad happens to me and I can't attend?
If you can't attend this batch, you can come to the following batch for an additional 5% of the total fees (to cover the admin fees).
🏦 How can I pay?
You can pay for the tuition in one time for a 10% discount, or you can spread the payments over 12 months with a 0% interest.
👨🚀 Can you guarantee a job?
No bootcamp can guarantee a job 100% and neither can we. This is because it depends mostly on you: your motivation, the amount of time and effort you put into studying, improving your skills, preparing your CV (resumé), your portfolio and the number of applications you send to recruiters / number of interviews you attend.
We do however help you prepare as much as possible, by teaching you not only the latest and high in the demand technology but also where to look for a job, how to apply, how to prepare for your interview, how to integrate a team of developers and be operational from day 1, which is what companies are looking for.
“Amazing experience to learn modern modern Javascript tools and technologies...”
I do not regret my decision at all! I learned a great deal of modern tools and technologies, such as modern Javascript (including ES6 syntax), User Interface Design, NodeJS, MongoDB, React and more. One thing that I liked from this course that it is sooo up to date with the modern technology, such that we do not waste time learning old technology...
Read More“Exactly what I was looking for...”
The course is stimulating and challenging; whatever theory we’ve approached, it has been put into practice straight away. Our teacher Tony is well prepared and experienced; his willingness is highly valuable but most importantly, his proficiency in teaching is to be acknowledged. Learning to code on a tropical island is priceless. Life is easy and relaxed...
Read More“A great experience with a serial founder...”
The founder is the best value-add the program brings. You will get his personal input at every step of the journey. I always feel he is very concerned if I am falling behind, and he wants to ensure everyone comes successful out of the course. He has 15 years experience and has an always-learning approach. The staff is great at making you feel at home, always trying to ensure you're having a good experience...
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