Answers to Your Questions

General

  • Description teAt InceptionU, we believe that humans learn by doing. We've built experiential programs that are active, discovery driven, immersive, to build core competencies (both technical and non-technical) and challenging all in a supportive environment.

  • Project Based Learning (PBL) is an approach to learning that allows learners to engage in real-world and personally meaningful projects. Listen to Jen share about PBL at InceptionU HERE.

  • Our programs run out of our space at the downtown Calgary Central Library located at 800 3 St SE 3rd Floor.

  • Fortunately, we are not! This allows us to be agile and adaptable with our curriculum as technology evolves. We are sponsored by the Hunter Family Foundation and we work closely with Calgary Economic Development (CED) and Rainforest Alberta. We consult with industry partners to design and develop curriculum that aligns with industry trends and workforce needs.

  • Depending on your level of technical experience coming into the program, some online preparation may be required. During the application process we will provide additional information on how to prepare.

  • While we provide comprehensive support to help you succeed in landing your first job, it's important to note that we won't undertake the job search on your behalf. Your journey to finding employment is a joint effort, and we will equip you with the necessary tools and guidance to excel. Our support includes:

    -Professional networking assistance and skill development.

    -Expert help with crafting compelling resumes and optimizing LinkedIn profiles.

    -Opportunities to practice public speaking and presentation skills.

    -Engaging Lunch & Learns with prominent local tech employers.

    -Facilitating connections with various tech companies in the region.

Full Stack Developer

FAQs

  • A full stack developer is a person who has the skills to work on both the front-end and back-end portions of a web application, meaning they have the skills to do back-end coding work and front-end design work.

  • The short answer is it depends on your level of experience. In our current program, learners who have little to no coding and development experience who are successful are spending 10-20 hours outside the classroom each week working on program materials. More experienced developers are not requiring as much time but are taking additional time to build new skills. Expect this program to be a full-time commitment for the full six months.

  • JavaScript, React, HTML, CSS, ExpressJS, NodeJS, MongoDB are the core languages we teach in the program, and there is opportunity for you to dive into others as you have the time and energy to do so.

  • Throughout the program we invite professionals from industry to deliver lunch and learn sessions. Our contacts in industry are invited to the final Demo Day at the end of the program. A comprehensive list of meet-ups related to the program will be available for you to explore. Some companies reach out to us to fill open positions. In these instances we can provide direct connections to those opportunities.

  • We take great pride in the employment rates achieved by our graduates, both in the Full Stack Developer program and the Tech Adjacent program. The results we've achieved are as follows:

    -Within 3 months of program completion, 53% of learners secure employment through our Full Stack Developer program.

    -Within 9 months of program completion, an impressive 73% of learners from the Full Stack Developer program find employment.

    -As for our OnRamp program, we maintain an outstanding record, with 82% of learners finding employment within 6 months of program completion.

  • At InceptionU, we firmly believe that education should never be restricted by financial barriers. Tuition may be covered for eligible learners, and we have arrangements with ATB to arrange for a student loan for those who may not be eligible for tuition support. For more info, check out our Funding Support page.

Full Stack Developer - MVP Project Terms

FAQs

  • Participation in development projects involves a donation of $1500 to the InceptionU Bursary Fund, payable upon invoice receipt. This donation serves to support financial assistance for future learners. Accepted methods of payment are Direct Deposit, e-transfer, or company cheque.

    Participation in design projects does not have a fixed bursary cost and is not a requirement to participate with a project.

  • A representative from your company is required to dedicate a minimum of 1 to 2 hours per week to work closely with the Project Team. Sprint meeting schedules will be jointly determined.

  • Your company retains ownership of the concept's Intellectual Property, however, you allow the learners in the Project Team to showcase the entire code / designs of their final product on GitHub accounts and their Portfolio. This also includes demonstrating their final work to all attendees at Demo Day including, but not limited to, other Project Teams, InceptionU facilitators, industry partners, potential employers and the general public.

  • Both parties may include a section on their websites highlighting the partnership, without disclosing specific project details. This section may encompass a brief description of the collaboration, relevant logos, and links to each other's websites.

  • Absolutely! We welcome submissions for a wide range of design projects, whether they're smaller in scale or full MVP initiatives. Whether you're looking to enhance your website's user interface or tackle more comprehensive challenges, our learners are here to assist you. Simply submit your project, and we'll work with you to find the right solution.