How do you help me learn to code?

We can direct you to a variety of learning resources, and help you to find others in your locale that are interested in coding. You can work through self-paced coding challenges, build projects, and earn certificates. We also connect you with people in your area so you can code together.

Can Free Code Camp help me get a job as a software developer?

Yes. Thousands of people have gotten software developer jobs after joining an open source community.

Is Free Code Camp a coding bootcamp?

No. A lot of coding bootcamps use Free Code Camp as part of their curriculum, though.

Is Free Code Camp really free?

Yes. The curriculum, nonprofit projects, and verified certificates are all free.

How can I help nonprofits through Free Code Camp?

Once you finish the first 1,200 hours of challenges, you’ll get to build a series of solutions for nonprofits. You’ll work in pairs, under the supervision of a volunteer project manager and a stakeholder from the nonprofit.

How much money has Free Code Camp saved nonprofits?

The community has donated more than a million dollars worth of pro-bono coding for nonprofits so far.

How long does Free Code Camp take?

It takes about 2,080 hours to complete the Full Stack Developer certificate. This translates into one year of full-time coding. It's completely self-paced though, so take as long as you need.

Is Free Code Camp a replacement for a 4-year degree?

No. Please don’t drop out of college just to pursue Free Code Camp. You can pursue both concurrently. Even though you don’t need a 4-year degree to work as a software developer, it still helps a lot.

I'm a teacher. Is Free Code Camp an appropriate resource for my class?

Yes. Many high school, college, and adult ed programs incorporate Free Code Camp into their coursework. It's open source, so no license or special permission from us is necessary. We're even building special tools for teachers.

Should I complete all of these challenges in order?

They’ve put a lot of thought into how we introduce concepts. But you’re free to jump around.

Do I have to use CodePen for the front end projects?

As long as your code is publicly viewable, and you have a live demo, you can use whatever you want.

When will you release the additional React, Sass, and D3 challenges?

The release will be in Summer 2016. In the meantime, other people have completed React/Sass and D3 projects by referencing their official documentation.