I think part of the sell was that the bootcamp had built more specific professional contacts than a community college might have, or had agreements with employe

I think part of the sell was that the bootcamp had built more specific professional contacts than a community college might have, or had agreements with employers which a community college wouldn't bother with. Community colleges also take longer. That bootcamps produce similar graduates as (community) colleges in less time is up for discussion, but having to fudge your numbers as FlatIron has done doesn't necessarily move the debate in your favor.