Four Years in Tech with Alexis Marien: From Truck Driver to Software Engineer at GE Aviation
August 4, 2020Like all of our students, Alexis Marien dedicated herself to the coding bootcamp, learning a new skill and preparing for professional success. Often, this journey starts with imposter syndrome and the learning curves nartural to starting something new. Alexis and her fellow alumni grow into their careers by managing feelings of imposter syndrome, applying their Read more →
Grand Circus and Great Lakes Observing System Announce Partnership To Enhance Coding Bootcamps With Real-Time Environmental Data
July 31, 2020July 29, 2020 Grand Circus and Great Lakes Observing System Announce Partnership To Enhance Coding Bootcamps With Real-Time Environmental Data DETROIT, MI – Grand Circus and the Great Lakes Observing System (GLOS) today announced that the two organizations will partner to incorporate live environmental data into the coding academy’s training programs. Grand Circus students will Read more →
From GIS Technician to Software Developer, Meet Jessa
June 29, 2020Joining a coding bootcamp is often a life-changing experience for students. Bootcamps go beyond teaching the technical knowledge necessary to work as developers. Our programs help students learn about Imposter Syndrome, how to learn difficult concepts, the power of networking and so much more. Getting to know those who already work in tech can create Read more →
How Quickly Do Coding Bootcamp Grads Earn Careers in Tech?
June 15, 2020The journey into a tech career is unique for everyone. Graduates come from a wide range of industries and career goals for each person are different. There is a place for everyone in this industry. Whether you want to work at a large corporation or the startup scene is more your style — there are Read more →
Grand Circus and NCWIT to offer Full-Tuition Scholarships to Women in Michigan
May 26, 2020We believe that the tech community should reflect the diversity of our community. Since we first opened our doors in 2013, we’ve helped hundreds of women learn to code and break into the tech industry. We’re committed to the belief that everyone should have access to a tech career. And we live it. We’ve offered Read more →
Grand News
May 19, 2020Last Updated May 19, 2020 Who couldn’t use a little Grand News right now? During times like these, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and miss the grand things happening around us. As Fred Rogers so eloquently and simply said “Look for the helpers. You will always find people that are helping.” The team at Grand Read more →
From Snowboard Instructor to Full-Stack Software Developer, Meet Matthew Rhadigan
May 1, 2020Technology is constantly changing. Even the most experienced software developers continue learning to stay updated on the latest programming techniques. At Grand Circus, one of the skills our bootcamps teach students is how to learn. Developers aren’t expected to have all the answers. What they do need to know, though, is how to find those Read more →
From the Medical Industry to Tech, Meet Lauren Mooney
April 21, 2020When you’re here, you’re family; it’s one of our core values here at Grand Circus. While it might be borrowed from a certain pasta place, it really is at the core of what we do. Each program that we offer is designed to create an amazing experience while connecting students with our community. Our family Read more →
From Pizza Delivery Guy to Team Lead, Tyler Chats Tech Life 4 Years After Graduation
April 15, 2020The journey into tech is different for everyone; that’s part of the reason coding bootcamps have become such an effective path into the industry. Hard-working, passionate individuals from all walks of life can dedicate themselves to the learning process and create amazing, sustainable careers. At Grand Circus, our coding bootcamps are designed to provide students Read more →
7 Questions to Ask When Picking a Remote Coding Bootcamp
April 7, 2020Coding bootcamps have created an accelerated, affordable path for anyone looking to earn a career in tech. While a Computer Science degree requires four years of college, coding bootcamps can teach the technical skills necessary to work in the industry within a few months and at a fraction of the cost. Offering the bootcamp model Read more →