Would I recommend it? Absolutely. Just supplement it with newer resources on Flexbox, Grid, ES6+, and a modern framework like React or Vue. But as a launchpad? This bootcamp still delivers.
Here’s a narrative-style review of on Udemy, based on the collective experience of many learners (including myself). Once upon a time, I decided I wanted to become a web developer. I had zero experience—no HTML, no CSS, definitely no JavaScript. I was overwhelmed by the endless sea of tutorials, conflicting advice, and “learn code in 24 hours” promises. Then I found Colt Steele’s bootcamp. the web developer bootcamp colt steele review
By the end (~60+ hours of video, plus coding time), you have a full-stack project, a basic understanding of RESTful routing, and enough confidence to build your own apps. Are you job-ready? Not quite. You’ll need to learn React (he has a separate course), algorithms (LeetCode), and system design. But you have a solid foundation—better than most bootcamp grads I’ve met. Would I recommend it
If you’re a complete beginner, this course is still one of the best $10–20 you’ll spend. Colt is an exceptional teacher: clear, patient, and practical. The course won’t make you a senior dev, but it will take you from zero to capable junior developer—if you code along, do the exercises, and build beyond the curriculum. But as a launchpad
(Minus 1 point for occasional outdated content, but plus infinite points for Colt’s teaching style.)