This is a synchronous online class, which means you'll still attend class sessions during class time and receive plenty of hands-on experience and time with the instructor. You will need a camera and microphone on your laptop to participate in class. If you've wanted to learn at NSS, here's your opportunity to get a taste of our online learning environment!

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Have you been intrigued by the world of software development? Maybe you have started self-studying and want a bit of guided direction; maybe you have been considering a career change and want to test the waters; maybe you see basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript as an enrichment to your skillset within your current career. If you are looking for a hands-on introduction to software development foundations, the Software Development Jumpstart course is designed for you.

Duration: This course is 33 synchronous hours over 3 weeks.

October 31 - November 18, 2026

Saturdays | 9 am - 2 pm CT
Mondays, Wednesdays | 6 pm - 9 pm CT (**Class will meet Tuesday, September 8th instead of Monday, September 7th/Labor Day)

*Registering for this event enrolls you in the full 3-week course.

What will the course cover?

How to build and deploy your own website
Demystifying software development fundamentals
Basic understanding of HTML, CSS and JavaScript
An overview of career options in software development
What options are available to go deeper: through self-study, bootcamps, traditional education or online resources.

For those that are considering an NSS bootcamp, materials covered in this course will give you a jumpstart on your pre-work, but it does not replace the pre-work.

How will you learn the material?

In-person/Online Synchronous instruction: Introduction to new topics will be covered by instructors who are working software professionals. They will cover topics through a combination of lecture and live-coding.
Mentored exercises: Apply your understanding of these new topics by doing, but don’t worry, you’ll have access to instructors if/when you need guidance.
Real-world project: What good is all this knowledge if you can’t apply it? By the end of this course, you will be able to build your own personalized website and share it with the world.
Materials to keep going: Whether using your new-found skills in your existing career, continuing your journey with self-study, or taking the next steps to pursue a career in software development, we are here to give you personalized guidance on how to continue after the end of the course.

For more information, visit: http://nashvillesoftwareschool.com/programs/software-development-jumpstart

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What is required?

Personal Laptop or Computer (camera and microphone are required)
Must be 18+ years of age
Must reside in the US
No prior technical training or web development experience is required.
Basic computer skills and proficiency.
You should know how to use common applications, such as word processing, and have familiarity using the internet.
CodePen Starter account for 1 month ($12) - We'll provide all the details the week before class.

Attendance Policy: For the following scenarios, we would be happy to work with you and point you at resources to help fill in what you missed. The instruction staff is happy to catch you up to speed.

Missing class 1 or 2 (unless the first day of class is on a Saturday. See below).
Missing a day due to an emergency.
You’ve been accepted into an upcoming Bootcamp.

For the following scenarios, we would encourage you to look into enrolling in the next available course. Courses are regularly offered and there might be one that better fits your schedule. If there are no future courses listed, make sure to ask us and we’ll let you know roughly when the next class is slotted for.

Missing a Saturday. Because Saturdays include 5 hours of instruction and hands-on exercise, it is best not to miss these.
Missing any class period beyond week 1. Materials covered in weeks following build on each other and can include complex topics.
Missing multiple days.

Refund Policy: Tuition will be refunded, minus an administration fee, if a request is made prior to the start of the second class session. The administration fee covers the ticketing fees and is around $10 per ticket. If you would like to transfer to a different month or Jumpstart, please email us at info@nashvillesoftwareschool.com before requesting a refund.

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