u/michaelnovati replied ·
I work with a lot of people who both got jobs after bootcamps, did not get jobs and needed extra support, and were self-taught and went straight to job.
Non-scientifically the main factor was having significant experience before the bootcamp. Some examples are:
* previous bootcamp
* 1+ years of self study
* job in related field but not coding related
* CS degree
The most successful paths have been:
* bootcamp -> not very good job for a year -> additional coaching -> great job
* self-taught/related job -> additional coaching -> great job
I would say it depends on your goals though, I personally work with people who are aiming for top industry jobs and not just any job, so my observations are skewed.