Bootcamp, Degree, or Self-Taught? Different journeys into tech

There’s no single path into tech. But which one makes the most sense for you?

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In this panel, Le Wagon alumni share their real-life journeys: one used a bootcamp to deepen their knowledge during a gap semester, and one leveraged it to get into a Master’s program.

Whether you're debating formal education, structured learning, or teaching yourself, this honest conversation will help you understand how a bootcamp can support, replace, or complement your journey into tech.

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Meet our alumni

Andrew Forbes, Data Scientist at Bell
Andrew is a data scientist at Bell, where he builds AI tools that save time, solve messy problems, and drive digital transformation. He started his career in music before pivoting into tech through Le Wagon’s Data Science bootcamp. He approaches business like music—mixing creativity with precision to deliver smart, impactful solutions. Andrew thrives on solving puzzles, leading teams, and turning ambitious ideas into real results.

Nilsu Duran, Software Engineer at Deutsche Bank
Nilsu is a software engineer at Deutsche Bank in New York with nearly two years of experience developing robust web applications and Java Spring Boot solutions. A recent graduate of the University of Rochester, she holds a B.S. in Computer Science and a B.A. in Psychology. She completed Le Wagon Montréal’s Web Development Bootcamp in March 2023. With her multidisciplinary background, Nilsu brings a unique blend of technical expertise and human-centered design thinking to every project she takes on.

2025/26 sessions are now open:

Web Development 🌐 | On campus / Online
Full-time: Oct 13 → December 12, 2025
Part-time: Jan. 3 → June 12, 2026
Data Analytics 📊 | Online / Hybrid
Full-time: Oct 13 → December 12, 2025
Part-time: Sept. 27 2025 → March 13, 2026
Data Science & AI 🤖 | Online / Hybrid
Full-time: Oct 13 → December 12, 2025
Part-time: Sept. 27 2025 → March 13, 2026

Le Wagon is a global leader in immersive tech training.

Our mission is to train people from all backgrounds in web development, data & AI, give them the best learning experience of their life, and help them accelerate in their career.

Founded in Paris in 2013, Le Wagon now has campuses in +40 cities across 25 countries, including Montréal. Most importantly, Le Wagon is a community of 30,000+ graduates - from all walks of life, including career changers, entrepreneurs, freelancers or digital nomads.
www.lewagon.com/montreal