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    FREE Class | Beginner's Guide to Software Engineering

    New York City campuses

    GA NYC (Manhattan), HQ
    10 E 21st St, 3rd Floor
    New York NY 10010

    GA NYC (Manhattan), Classrooms
    10 East 21st Street
    New York NY 10010

    Past Locations for this Class

    FREE Class | Beginner's Guide to Software Engineering | New York City

    New York City campuses

    GA NYC (Manhattan), HQ
    10 E 21st St, 3rd Floor
    New York NY 10010

    GA NYC (Manhattan), Classrooms
    10 East 21st Street
    New York NY 10010

    Past Locations for this Class

    About this class

    You’ve heard that a successful software engineering career can open up some pretty exciting opportunities - but if you don’t know the first thing about programming, you might be wondering where to start. Good news: you’re here.

    This free, 2-hour workshop is the perfect starting point, covering the fundamentals of software engineering. From understanding how the internet works, to how data is accessed and stored, to which programming languages are most in-demand today, and more.

    Takeaways

    You’ll leave this class knowing:

    • How the internet works
    • The basics of databases, servers, and data centers and how they’re used
    • Insight into today’s most in-demand programming languages
    • Confidence to continue programming

    Prereqs & Preparation

    • This is an entry level class, so no prior knowledge is necessary.
    • A recording will be shared after the series so you can review the content anytime.
    • Your mic and camera will be off for the duration of the class.
    • Interact with your instructor and fellow classmates through the Chat and Q&A.

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