Student Stories
Stories about successfully placed graduates.
From Military to Coding Bootcamp: Military Vet Lands High Paying Job at Nationwide, is Later Promoted to Senior Developer
After taking advice from his military chief, Emmanuel decided to pursue his interest in computer science through attending a coding bootcamp. WCCI accepts GI Bills and Chapter 31 or 33 benefits. Read about how Emmanuel started out in military bootcamp then worked his way to coding bootcamp!
Tyrique’s Story
Tyrique was never fond of school. He discovered the concept of a coding bootcamp through a friend, but wanted to make sure he was in a suitable learning environment. He attended our PreSkill program for basic tech training, then realized his calling for coding. Read his story here!
Dawna Natale’s Story
After getting her Bachelors in Chemistry, Dawna decided she wanted to re-explore an education in tech despite losing touch with her passion after high school. Read how Dawna efficiently balanced bootcamp with daily life.
Jennifer Jones’s Story
Jennifer realized it was time for a career change after she returned from her study abroad experience in Africa. With the help of her friend’s recommendation, she decided to attend We Can Code IT. Find out how Jennifer got the first job in tech that she interviewed for!
Brandon Terry’s Story
Brandon was a supervisor at the Cleveland Museum of Art when he started searching for ways to get involved in tech. Although he didn’t have any education in computers, he wanted to make a serious career change to the tech industry that would improve his quality of life.
Krystyna Ewing’s Story
Krystyna had a job in creative design before bootcamp, but wanted to expand their tech knowledge in new ways. They attended a different coding bootcamp before We Can Code IT, but the program was not the right fit. However, the second time was a charm for Krystyna.
Jordan Easter’s Story
Jordan was a carpenter before he decided to attend our coding bootcamp. He was able to pursue a new career because of a grant from Ohio Means Jobs. Jordan was hired quickly after following instructions perfectly from our Career Advancement team. Read his story here!
Nina Payne’s Story
Nina Payne was a year into a bachelor’s program for computer science when she discovered We Can Code IT’s coding program. She quickly transitioned out of the bachelors program and into bootcamp. then landed a job before she graduated from her 14 week program.
Richard Montgomery’s PreSkill Story
Richard Montgomery was a college dean taking around-the-clock care of his son and mother when he realized he needed to make a career switch that was more fitting to his busy schedule. Find out how Richard made the switch to a career in tech!