> good primer on modern software development and something like the Missing Semester That's... what a boot camp is? It's been 5-6 years since I was involved wi

> good primer on modern software development and something like the Missing Semester That's... what a boot camp is? It's been 5-6 years since I was involved with one and the marketing has always promised a lot more than anyone could deliver, but the best ones were always basically that. 2-3 months is enough time for a motivated person to get the basics of a framework, and enough of the abstract mechanics of modern web development that they can implement solutions that are adequately described to them. Yes that's very "junior" and yes they will have huge gaps in their understanding of software "under the hood." But honestly a lot of modern web development benefits from but does not require that knowledge at the beginning. They will fill those in an astonishing amount over the first year working if supported properly. I know that hurts to hear because we know our work is complex and difficult. But not all of it is, and it's not necessary that you master the hard parts before beginning the work at all. That practical insight is still valuable and one we should take to heart. I always seek out code school grads when hiring because honestly they tend to be pretty interesting confident people who know how to take calculated risks and work as part of a team. They almost all had other careers first and bring surprising and valuable experiences and skills. Hiring someone fresh out a code school is a responsibility for sure, they truly do need more and different kinds of support for their first six months or so. But one like 2+ years into their career? Not all great programmers are great developers you know? but code school grads tend to overperform their technical ability in my experience.