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Software Development

AI Native Software Development

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Build the websites and applications people use every day. In 15 weeks of no-cost, hands-on training, learn to develop websites from front to back, use AI tools to write and debug code, and complete a capstone project you can show employers when applying for entry-level software development roles. Prepare to earn GitHub Copilot Fundamentals and Introduction to Generative AI badges at no cost to you. These badges help demonstrate your AI-assisted development skills.

Time Commitment: Full-Time, 35 hours/week

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Course Level

Foundational

Length

15 weeks

Exact dates vary by class

Certifications

  • GitHub Copilot Fundamentals Badge
  • Introduction to Generative AI Badge

Requirements

No previous experience is required. You must:


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AI Native Software Development is offered in four locations. Select a location to view specific campus class schedule and details.

What is AI Native Software Development?

Every app, website, and digital tool starts with an idea – Software Developers are the people who turn those ideas into the products people use every day.

Master the Full-Stack Lifecycle: You'll learn the complete software development lifecycle, from designing interfaces to deploying finished applications, through daily instruction and hands-on projects.

Embrace AI Assistants: You'll integrate cutting-edge AI tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT directly into your daily routine to learn how modern developers work faster and smarter.

Build a Professional Portfolio: Compile your capstone work into a comprehensive full-stack portfolio to showcase your end-to-end engineering abilities to employers.

Supercharge Your Job Search: Work directly with dedicated career coaches and use AI tools to build a tailored resume, practice for technical interviews, and confidently launch your software engineering career.

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Is This Right for You?

  • You may be successful in this training if you want to grow a career in software engineering and you:

    • Have basic digital literacy skills and are ready for an accelerated learning experience.
    • Are patient and persistent when working through challenges.
    • Enjoy building and improving things.
    • Can commit 35 hours weekly to instruction, labs, and career prep (plus 10–20 hours studying outside class).

What You'll Learn

  • By the end of the training, you'll be able to:

    • Design responsive and visually appealing web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and modern design principles.
    • Develop dynamic frontend features and manage complex state and data flow using React and JavaScript.
    • Build robust backend servers and manage data storage using Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB.
    • Implement security controls, set up user authentication, and automate application deployment.
    • Use AI coding assistants to scaffold UI features, debug code, and find solutions faster.

How You'll Learn

  • Build confidence by practicing the same types of engineering tasks web application development teams handle every day.

    • Hands-On Training: You'll actively build web applications using industry-standard tools like Visual Studio Code, React, Node.js, and MongoDB, leveraging AI assistants like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT.
    • Applied Projects: You'll tackle real-world scenarios by designing wireframes in Figma, using multimodal AI to communicate with stakeholders, and building a full-stack MERN portfolio – including debugging, secure authentication with JWT and OAuth, and collaborative development using Git and GitHub.
    • Career Preparation: Build a comprehensive job application package, complete specialized training to earn professional badges, and work with career coaches to practice for technical interviews and confidently launch your software engineering career.

Career Opportunities After Training

  • After completing the program, you'll be prepared to pursue roles such as:

    • Full Stack Developer
    • React Developer
    • Web Developer
    • Software Quality Assurance Analyst

    In these roles, you'll help companies build digital products and create seamless online experiences – building interactive web interfaces, writing server-side code, testing applications for bugs, and managing databases.

  • Your Career Can Grow From Here

    The software engineering field is highly competitive. While some graduates land full-stack developer roles immediately, others begin their careers in quality assurance, junior frontend development, or IT support before eventually advancing toward Senior Software Engineer, Lead Developer, or Engineering Manager. Full-stack development also creates a strong foundation for future career paths in DevOps, cloud architecture, or mobile application development.

  • What to Expect:

    • Most graduates begin in roles that may be on-site, hybrid, or remote depending on the employer and local market.
    • Your first role after training is a crucial starting point to build production experience and strengthen your coding skills.

AI Native Software Development