The Le Wagon Leading Edge

Le Wagon combines the latest cutting edge technology with the human touch.

Overview

Become a Software Developer in weeks

Learn to build web and AI applications from scratch, setting you up for success in cutting-edge companies or your next AI ventures.

  • Learn back-end development and databases
  • Master front-end technologies to create interactive apps
  • Build AI features into your web applications
  • Develop a strong portfolio of real-world projects
Preparation work
  • check 40 hours of online tutorials
  • check Online quiz to validate basic tech knowledge
Module 1

Foundations: code your first programs

Master all the coding tools (command line, text editor, Git). Write your first programs manipulating variables, functions, data structures and more. Detect patterns in texts and extract data from any file, any website or by using APIs.

  • Coding tools and packages
  • Programming basics (variable, loops, functions, data structure)
  • Read / write from files (CSV, JSON, etc.)
  • Extract data through web-scraping or APIs
What you will do in practice
  • check Scripts detecting valid emails and phone numbers
  • check Web scrapers collecting information from e-commerce websites
  • check Lots of games based on your command line
Module 2

Software architecture: build your first applications

Structure your software following Object-Oriented principles. Learn one of the most used design patterns, the Model-View-Controller (MVC) and master it by coding several MVC apps from scratch.

  • Software design patterns (MVC)
  • Writing robust code easy to maintain
What you will do in practice
  • check MVC software from scratch
  • check Food delivery app on your terminal
Module 3

Database and SQL: store and extract data

Learn to design relational databases and build queries with SQL. From simple CRUD queries (Create, Read, Update, Delete) to advanced JOIN queries, become a SQL pro! Learn to connect your database to your software with an ORM (Object Relational Mapping)

  • Relational databases
  • SQL (CRUD, JOIN)
  • Use an ORM (Active Record)
What you will do in practice
  • check Simple blogging app with a database
  • check Scripts to extract data from a music database
Module 4

Front-end development: master web technologies

Design and code responsive website with HTML, CSS and Bootstrap 4.0. Master Javascript to add dynamic behaviors to your website. Learn modern JavaScript and master all the necessary tools and environment like node.js and Webpack.

  • HTML, CSS, Bootstrap 4.0
  • CSS layouts with flexbox and grid
  • Master modern JavaScript
  • JavaScript web tools (node.js, Webpack)
What you will do in practice
  • check Reproduce lots of famous websites
  • check Library of UI components in CSS
  • check Responsive layouts and card grids
  • check Dynamic chats or todo apps with JavaScript
Module 5

Web app development: put everything together

Develop web applications from scratch following workflows of successful startups: design your app on Figma, collaborate on GitHub, code your app using Ruby on Rails and deploy it to production on a real domain. Learn to cover your code with tests.

  • Web app development
  • Ruby on Rails
  • Deployment
  • Testing
What you will build in practice
  • check Code your own marketplace in teams
  • check Code a recommendation website
  • check Develop and deploy 3 different apps with Rails
Module 6

Project weeks: build your own web app from scratch

Projects Phase is the ultimate experience of the course: invent, pitch, design, code and deploy an original project in teams of 3 or 4 people during the two final weeks. Go through the entire process—from the idea to the live app in production on a real domain name!

  • Develop any idea into a live web application
  • Full product development cycle
What you will build in practice
  • check SaaS applications
  • check Real-time games
  • check Any app on music, travel, food, etc.
Career Week

Career Week: start your career in tech!

Meet tech experts working in startups and companies, prepare your CV and do mock interviews to prepare your job search.

  • Preparation for your job search
  • Connection to our 20,000+ alumni and 985+ hiring partners
What you will do in practice
  • check 1:1 coaching
  • check Review of CV and cover letter
  • check Technical interviews preparation

How to apply to our online Web Development course

Our admission process is beginner-friendly and will give you a taste of our course. Start now!

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No prerequisites

The Web Development course is beginner-friendly, with no prerequisites required. What counts for us is that you’re motivated to start your new tech journey.
2

Book an interview with our advisor

When you apply, we’ll get back to you to schedule a 30 minute video interview. We'll talk about your professional background and your motivation.
3

Pass our technical quiz

You will take a technical quiz to assess your coding knowledge and your ability to learn.
4

Payment options & prepwork

The last step will consist of exploring your financing options. Then, you'll jump into the prepwork which consists of 40 hours of training.

Next Sessions

Join one of the next fully online Web Development batches to start your journey into tech! Financing options are available. Speak to us to find out more.

Online (Full Time)
100% Online - 9 Weeks

Upcoming Web Development Course
Web Development
Upcoming Web Development Batch
Jul 22nd - Sep 21st 2024
Web Development Bootcamp
29,500 ZAR
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Get Le Wagon Ready
Are you ready for success?

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I have my own/have access to a laptop or PC with at least 8gb RAM
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I am able to fund my studies
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I can attend classes full time online 9am - 5pm for 9 weeks

Master the fundamental skills of a Web Developer in just a few weeks

Check Learn software fundamentals and databases

Grasp programming foundations, write robust code with object-oriented programming and build MVC software from scratch. Master relational databases and SQL.

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Check Master front-end development & web design

Develop responsive web pages with HTML and CSS. Master modern JavaScript and all the tools and environment like Webpack and Node.js.

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Check Deploy your app from scratch

Build complete web applications and deploy them online on real domain that everyone can access. You're not a real developer until you've pushed something in production!

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Check Adopt best-in-class development workflow

Understand product development tools & workflow. Validate your UX on Figma, organise team work and collaborate on GitHub. Cover your code with automated testing and continuous integration.

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Do you need help with financing ?

Get expert help with financing, including loans and installments

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Do you have questions? These answers might help!

We offer career support throughout the Web Development course. At the end of the course, our team will help you prepare for tech interviews and connect with relevant alumni. You will also have access to a complete guide to kick-start your tech career after the course: boost your portfolio, prepare for technical interviews, leverage our 20,000 alumni community, and access to lots of useful Slack channels to find jobs or freelance opportunities.

We will make sure to introduce you to the right people depending on your goal and you will meet with inspiring alumni who will come back to share their post-bootcamp experiences, like how they found a job, started their own company or freelancing career.

These are some career services we will provide:
  • Networking events, career workshops and office hours with alumni or tech recruiters
  • Coaching sessions with our Talent Manager or local alumni
  • Resources from our Career Playbook
  • Career week with practical workshops (from building a portfolio to inspiring talks)

You don't need any technical background to join our Web Development course. We expect 3 things from our students: be (extremely) motivated, be curious, be social. If this sounds like you, then we'll be more than happy to have you on board if you pass all the selection process.

After our training, you can launch your tech career in a few months. According to the results of an employability study conducted on Le Wagon Alumni during the second half of 2021, 93% of alumni found a job offer, launched their freelance activity or created their own startup within 6 months after their training. That’s an average of 47 days to find your next opportunity!

The bootcamp is taught in English. All the challenges' instructions and written documentation are in English, so all students must have a good level and understanding or written English.

No we do not provide accomodations, but there are a lot of affordable housing options around the campus.

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