How is iLoveCoding different than cheap courses and expensive bootcamps?

One question you may be asking yourself is why should you pick iLoveCoding when you have so many different options of getting multiple courses, getting multiple books or even joining a coding bootcamp.

And that's a very good question. You see, I started iLoveCoding way before this "learned how to code" thing was so popular or coding bootcamps was a mainstream thing. I was struggling myself to learn how to code because I was trying to launch my own startups and I was struggling.

I was learning from multiple developers, I was getting multiple courses and nothing was working for me.

So when I was struggling I decided that once I figured this thing out I'm going to teach it to others so others don't have to struggle. So I created iLoveCoding and till this day there's nothing like it.

There's no one website that goes from nothing takes you from nothing to a complete front-end and full-stack developer in a systematic way.

So let me share with you a few things that are different about iLoveCoding that you will not find in other places.

#1. iLoveCoding is Complete

There is a reason why learning how to code is broken. Cheap online courses are incomplete and focus on only a few parts of becoming a programmer.

On the other hand coding bootcamps focus on too many things and only cover the surface. If the coding bootcamp is any good, they are super expensive and overwhelming for students.

iLoveCoding solves both of these problems. iLoveCoding takes you from a newbie to a confident software developer via the Perfect Curriculum

The Perfect Curriculum covers the foundations of programming and web technology. You learn the basics of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and learn how to build simple and complex web and mobile applications.

You learn how to think like a developer so you can architect the perfect app.

#2. JavaScript Focus - Right Technologies

Next, I teach some JavaScript frameworks. These frameworks are in high-demand and will help you make modern web and mobile apps. You will learn frameworks like Express.js, Node.js, React, jQuery, and more. These are the same technologies used by PayPal, Facebook, Airbnb, Tesla, Microsoft, and many other smaller companies.

One of the biggest problems in the learn to code space is that different courses and bootcamps are pushing their own agenda and teaching the wrong programming languages. You see all programming languages are good, however, if you want to build different kinds of apps and have a profitable long-term career than JavaScript should be your first programming language. I go in detail why this is important here

With iLoveCoding, you learn JavaScript and its popular frameworks.

This is the fastest and the smartest way to build fully functional Web Apps, Websites, Mobile Apps and even Desktop Apps.

No other programming language can match this capability.

JavaScript is the most versatile programming language, and is the most popular as well - Meaning! getting a job is easier.

#3. Simple Explanations

iLoveCoding takes a fundamentals-first approach and simple explanations.

You see coding can become very difficult because it has a lot of small new concepts that are difficult to grasp. They look complicated, they sound complicated but when explained simply, with examples that information will be communicated to you and you are going to understand it.

Firstly not all the resources will teach you these concepts, and the ones that do, they'll explain thing to you in a not so simple way and without giving helpful examples.

iLoveCoding does that. I teach you a new concept and then I pair it with a practical example. So that information is digested for you.

Most college professors, bootcamp instructors, and even online courses miss this. They use complicated terminology and skip through important details. I don't do that to you.

I believe in the saying:

"If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it yourself" - Albert Einstein

You see, all knowledge is acquired incrementally. Before I introduce a new terminology (or a new concept), I will first explain to you what that is. Once you understand that, then and only then I will proceed on to teaching you other things.

Secondly, I repeat and re-clarifying the concepts that I teach you. For instance, I will introduce a programming concept in video 7, and then let's say that the same concept is being used in video 12, I will recap that concept quickly and then proceed. This way your knowledge is refreshed along the way.

#4. Build Real-world Projects

While learning we build a ton of projects. There is a dedicated section called Practice Projects. These are video training on how to apply your learning to build real-world apps and features. You see, the fundamentals of web and programming do not change, but it's eye-opening to see HOW to apply those same programming fundamentals to build impressive apps. That's where Practice Projects comes in. Select any Practice Project, watch the lessons and then try to build the same app while following along.

When you copy/follow along these lessons, you will subconsciously internalize my thought process and see how to think and build like a developer.

#5 Bite-sized training

That brings me to the next point. There's so much information to learn, so I break my videos down into smaller chunks so you are making linear progress. I have videos most of them are like 5 minutes long. Some are smaller, some are longer because some concepts take longer to explain.

If there is a concept which has multiple parts, I would break that video down into a one, two, three, four, or five different parts, depending on how many different aspects are there for a particular concept.

I take this information piece by piece and I explain it to you in a simple manner so you can understand it and you can also make progress with one piece at a time.

So even if you have a short break in between work or you have some time you can just watch one or two videos and you constantly make progress. So the videos are bite-sized.

No assumptions of previous knowledge

#6 Cheatsheets + Homework

All the courses come with cheat sheets and homework so you are constantly reminded of the main concepts that you learn in a cheat sheet format and you can always come back to it. And also homework, so once you get this information, you will have to apply that information with your own mind. So you're actually activating your mind. You're putting your thoughts and your mind into those new concepts that you learn.

#7 True Mentor Support + Student Community

Listen, the internet is the home of all the knowledge the world has to offer. The reality is that Google doesn't always serve us, nor does all the blogs and articles we have access to. If you want to 3x-10x your speed of learning, and achieve your goals faster, a mentor would be invaluable to your journey.

Here is the key - You must and must choose a mentor who has been there, done that. Someone who has been through the journey and achieved the goals you are after.

CAUTION: DO NOT listen to people who are just talkers. People who can talk smart, act smart and can give smart advice but they have never achieved the goals you are after. Such people will hurt you more than they will help since they do not have the practical experience.

At iLoveCoding, you get true mentorship from me. I am a self-taught software developer who went from a being a marketer to a project manager to a Software Developer. I have since built software for CVS Health, United Airlines (and others) + I have taught programming to people who work at Twitter, Sony, Intuit, CVS, Citibank (and other).

Whenever you are stuck with a coding problem, interview prep, resume or portfolio help, you can always reach out to me, and I'll assist you as a true mentor.

A mentor's greatest joy is to see his students succeed.

#8 Career Support

Half of iLoveCoding Students want to start their own business and build their app ideas; Others want a career as a software developer. No matter what your goal iLoveCoding will assist you in your career.

Here is how:

• ✅Get app architecture and design advice/feedback
• ✅Get interview preparation help
• ✅Get resume support
• ✅Get advice on planning your career move from your current situation
• ✅Get to know the current job market situation and know what to expect
• ✅Get salary expectation and negotiation advice
• ✅Get to know how to build a portfolio that will impress

Having a mentor just cuts your time and you are able to shortcut your way to success.

A quick comparison chart: iLoveCoding vs Cheap Courses vs Bootcamps