Director of Products to Manager at Deloitte

Laid off during covid-19, in March 2020. Wanted to update my technology skill set.

Qualified for a full scholarship with Coding Temple’s partnership with City of Chicago – Chicago Codes

Overcoming my idea that my age was going to prove to be a detriment to learning, with people younger and more agile.

SQL and data science

Going over the homework, and having one on one sessions with tutors

It was longer than expected. Coding Temple taught me how to persevere, especially in technical questions

I am currently a Digital Foundry & Operate Manager for Deloitte. It is a dream job, because my age, experience, and updated skills acquired at Coding Temple are an asset to the company.

The intensity of the coursework, required homework, and dedication to learning for 10 weeks was unexpected. I was expecting a break, but we worked from 9-6pm m-f, and then had projects on the weekends. The most rewarding surprise has been the alumni support, post graduation from Coding Temple. They offer refresher courses, assistance with interview questions, resume assistance, job leads, and forum to chat, and job verification support.

If you are dedicating to learning something totally unfamiliar to you, and you are willing to stretch outside your comfort zone – then Coding Temple is for you. Be willing to feel totally overwhelmed immediately. But through dedication from knowledgeable staff and trust in your team, you will conquer the beast aka python.