Application Developer Professional - Vancouver
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The Application Developer Professional program is a comprehensive 12 week, full-time immersive diploma program designed for students with some existing knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
This program enables students expand their existing skill set to succeed as a junior web and/or mobile application developer.
Throughout this intensive 12-week program you will learn the practical skills, techniques and best-practices used in modern, full-stack JavaScript application development by using in-demand libraries, frameworks, and platforms including React, Express, Meteor, and React Native.
You’ll also learn how to work with UX and UI designers, deploy different types of databases, write maintainable and testable code, use industry-standard practices for working collaboratively in teams, and deploy your applications to the cloud.
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Curriculum
React
Build single-page applications using React for front-end UI component development and routing.
Redux
Effectively manage application state using this popular library.
Node.js
Dive into back-end development with Node.js and build scalable web applications using JavaScript.
Express
Use Express as a light-weight application framework for architecting your apps in Node.js.
PostgreSQL and MongoDB
Learn about relational and “NoSQL” databases, and how to choose the best one for your application.
Meteor
Learn how to use this open-source, full-stack JavaScript platform to rapidly develop web applications.
React Native
Take your React skills to the next level by building truly native mobile applications for iOS and Android.
Cloud Deployment
Push code to live applications without any downtime using industry best practices for code deployment and integration.
Aside from all the support provided by the instructors and all the staff at RED, I think the fact that curriculum here is structured around community projects which allow us to work directly with clients is a major advantage. I’ve already heard from several more senior developers that having experience in communicating with and managing the needs of stakeholders is a big plus for junior developers entering the industry.
Evan Gray, Alum
Our Instructors
Mandi Wise
Mandi Wise
Mandi is the program lead for development at RED. Developer by day (and usually by night too), she spent many years working in WordPress plugin and theme development in the non-profit space and as a freelancer, but currently specializes in building web and mobile applications with React and React Native. She’s also actively exploring ways to develop VR/AR apps to enhance learning experiences in the classroom at RED. When she’s not creating websites and apps that run like well-oiled machines, you can find her making use of a fleet of vintage cameras in and around Vancouver.
Mackenzie Kieran
Mackenzie Kieran
Mackenzie’s been working in Vancouver’s burgeoning start-up scene since 2010. He brings strong experience with JavaScript and contemporary full-stack web development to RED. He’s as at home in a container cluster as he is in a SCSS file. Mackenzie has helped RED develop over 100 students, teaching beginners in-demand Open Source tools like React and React-Native, Angular, Node, Express, PostgreSQL and Git. One look at Mackenzie’s experience will show you that he’s passionate about doing work that fosters community-building, and he brings that into the classroom every day at RED.
Student Journey
Your Day-To-Day
Our commitment to a fully engaged learning process extends into the creation of an energizing environment where you have the time to work and play.
Active Learning Methodology
Instructors facilitate lessons which are designed to be highly interactive and engaging to optimize your retention rate. We are passionate about making learning fun.
Industry Guest Speakers
Industry-taught leaders are often invited in to help with the delivery of specialized topics, and to share inspiring insights on the state of the industry.
Project-Based Applied Learning
You will be given time to work with your team on client projects. It’s during that time that instructors, mentors and TAs will be available to give you guidance and feedback on your work.
Personal & Professional Development
Technical skills and knowledge are one thing, but the reality is that soft-skills are really what will make you a key member of any team. Creativity, empathy and collaboration are the themes we focus on in our PPD program.
Peer & Instructor Feedback
Peer evaluation is a tremendously effective way to not only gain the skills required to assess the quality of a team member’s work, but also to learn how to receive and articulate constructive feedback to them.
Networking & Field Trips
You will be given the opportunity to visit agencies and businesses hiring for digital roles to gain a better understanding of company cultures and environments.
Career Support & Development
Our Career Support Team is there to support you through your job search process. They will advise you on job opportunities, introduce you to the RED hiring network and coach you during job interview and negotiation. You will also be given continual support from your instructors. This includes connecting to industry professionals and providing references to potential employers. We are commited to supporting our graduates until a job offer is made within their respected fields of study. The Development roles outlined below are most commonly available to students post graduation but are not limited to these roles:
Junior App Developer
Build cross platform native mobile applications for iOS and Android.
Junior Web Developer
Build websites or web applications for clients or start-ups.
Tuition & Dates
How To Apply
Applying to RED is super easy. Our dedicated admissions team members are there to guide and support your each step of the way.
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