Testimonials

I recently got interested in data science (DS), and I wanted to do a career-transition through the 12-week DS bootcamp offered by METIS. In preparation for the bootcamp, I decided to take the Intro-to-DS live/online course, and I’m glad I did! This course gave me the necessary overview and hands-on coding experience with DS and machine learning (ML) fundamentals. The exploratory analysis techniques I learned in this course helped me tackle the DS challenge given during my (bootcamp) application process... I’d recommend taking this course, if you have some programming experience with python and are interested in getting hands-on coding experience with ML. By the way, the tuition for this course can be applied to the bootcamp, if accepted to the program. So, it’s basically a free, pre-bootcamp (warm-up) training.

The [Introduction to Data Science] class was fantastic. Great instructional material, good course topic coverage and the instructor -- [the instructor] John Navarro -- was great...All in all a very good experience...I'd highly recommend Metis to anyone seeking to learn.

I was nervous in the beginning. The application and prework felt very challenging. Coming with little technical background, it was definitely difficult, but I learned so much! With patience, effort and persistence I accomplished all I set out to do and more. Completely changed my career path and life — If you’re interested in learning data science I highly recommend. I looked at other bootcamps and did an online course with another company, but I’m glad I chose Metis. The instructors and other students are incredibly smart. It can be intimating but you know you’re getting the best. I feel prepared to take on a new career. I never thought I would invest so heavily in data science as a path and I’m so glad I did. With the skills there’s no room for regrets, not matter what I end up choosing to do long term.

Being a math major, I wanted a deeper understanding of data science at an application based level, which I knew a masters program would not achieve. I looked across all the different bootcamps, and I found Metis as the only accredited course. The quality of instructors attracted me the most to Metis, and it is the only bootcamp that makes students complete 5 end-to-end projects. This fell in line with my urge to learn data science at an application based level. Each instructor has previous experience in the data science field from work to educational experience. These instructors made learning these complex topics easier to understand by applying basic real world analogies to them. Additionally, the instructors went around to students every day and made sure there were no lingering questions as a group and 1:1 basis. [...] Metis’s career support is extremely strong. The career support staff makes sure to get you connected with individuals at companies that you are interested in. The staff helps you get prepared for interviews by setting up frequent mock interviews. Joining Metis was an overall positive experience, and it changed my life for the better.

Metis adapted a variety of their curriculum to best fit the needs of our diverse and growing data science and analyst teams. The hands on exercises made us feel like we could hit the ground running after the training. We certainly came away having a better idea of where the current techniques and tools sit in the landscape of data science and big data.

The class was an excellent introduction to this topic, and I now feel so much more prepared to continue learning about data science on my own.

Thank you for the excellent experience. I feel like everyone has been genuinely invested in my success. I was also impressed by the caliber of students that enrolled.

I took the "Beginner Python and Math" online class in June. Garrett Hoffman is a great instructor! It was so much fun to learn with Garrett, and the class was very helpful in preparing for the bootcamp...Thank you for selecting such a superior staff!

About a year ago, I was in your position. I was reading reviews about data science bootcamps and weighing my options. At the time, I was a full-time lawyer (no formal STEM background), watching MOOCs in the evenings and teaching myself python on the weekends. I attended Metis in Chicago during the spring of 2017. Within a month of graduating, I was recruited by a growing startup. Since then, I have been prototyping new tools, working with engineers, and enjoying the tech industry. This transition would have been impossible without Metis, its encouraging staff, its supportive instructors, and the genuine connections I made through Metis.

This course gave me a good idea of what I will be working with and what I will be doing as a data scientist. The instructor was very good and very patient. Between the use of the Jupyter Notebooks and the recorded sessions, the course has given me a breadcrumb trail to complete the mastery of each topic covered after the course is finished...I'm glad I found METIS!

A rare opportunity to learn and grow with the next generation of data scientists.

Metis was amazing. The instructors set the tone for excitement, grit, intelligence, and success. The projects were invaluable experiences for learning so many data science skills and for using as examples of work in interviews/applications. The curriculum is as close to real-world experience as a bootcamp can get. A+ to Metis. [...] My final note, regarding my Metis experience, would be that the people made it what it is. The instructors were amazing; so intelligent, so in touch with real-world data science, so excited to be there and teach and guide, and just so overall great people. The rest of the cohort was amazing too; the application process and just the type of people Metis attracts includes only intelligent, passionate, and driven people. This was what drove the learning environment and what truly helped me get excited, challenge myself, and succeed.

The Careers team at Metis was AMAZING!!!

I felt supported in my journey into Data Science throughout the class. I started the class with only a bare minimum knowledge of Python and ended knowing how to create several machine learning models in the span of six weeks. I'd say that's a win. My only regret was that it ended so quickly.

I joined Metis after reading reviews on websites such as this (Coursereport), and after attending one of their Meetups. In spite of all the 4-5 star reviews that I had seen, Metis beat all my expectations! Let me elaborate. I earned my PhD in Experimental Chemistry at the University of Chicago. While my research was somewhat computational in nature, I was not well-equipped to get started with a career in Data Science [...] Alice Zhao and Roberto Reif were both great instructors with many years of industry experience. I miss the energy from our instructors and cohort. Three weeks into the bootcamp, I remember a few of us discussing about how good the bootcamp was. Fast forward 6 months, and most of us who were looking for a job have found one. Having an advanced degree helps, but not having one is completely okay. I now work for a firm called Soothsayer Analytics (with Microsoft as end-client).

The number of skills gained through the cohort is immense and had a lot of depth in the teachings. The support was great and the instructors were available and approachable at every step. The goal defined for every project was clear and the tasks, though initially seemed unattainable, were being met with a lot of support and individuality. The soft skills required for sustaining in the industry were focused immensely.

I'm also amazed how useful the Metis experience has been even on the job. The project-based curriculum was excellent preparation for the pace of work at my current job. I'm much more confident in my ability to learn and adapt quickly because of it.

Metis turned me into a Data Scientist! [...]Yes, you might be able to find all the materials online and learn everything on your own. But what makes Metis such a good experience is the instructors and career advisors. They really do care about your success! The instructors are not only good at explaining concepts but also have a lot of industry experience. I learned a lot about how to approach projects and design metrics from all the discussions I had with my instructors. The bootcamp itself is tough and the job search after graduation is not any easier. Metis offers a lot of coaching and support to help me get to where I am today. Also, going through the job search process with my classmates provided a very crucial support network, and made it much easier to stick with it. I got multiple interviews through alumni referral and eventually landed a role through one of these referrals. The Metis community is incredible and I know it will be there to help me navigate through any challenges I have in my career.

I learned a lot in a short period and was able to apply it to practical projects right away.... The other members of the cohort were friendly, helpful, and positive. I've felt like I met a lot of new friends, not just new colleagues or professional contacts...The instructors and staff are amazingly smart and helpful...I had a great (if intense!) experience at Metis, and I almost wish I could stay around! (OK, I want a job too...)."

I didn't know what to expect, but I absolutely loved it. It was incredibly challenging but very doable. The instructors were excellent. I feel very qualified for what I want to do.

Learned a ton, felt like the instructors and other staff cared about our development. The whole organization seemed organized and professional.

The course provides a great overview of most of the core concepts and techniques in data science, providing students with enough foundation to pursue more advanced topics or further practice on the more challenging material in the latter half. I was especially satisfied by all of the links to additional resources that were offered either as preparation for each class or more in-depth papers/practice/explanations. Our instructor was extremely personable and made learning the material much more interesting with practical, real-world examples and stories from her career.... The format of learning through interactive Jupyter notebooks, which now appears to be a standard in the industry. I also liked the emphasis on applying our skills to the projects so we have something to walk out of the course with along with a template of how to proceed through a data science problem from start to finish.

The quality of the instruction, the breadth of the curriculum, the pair programming exercises, etc. were alone worth the price of tuition because they exposed me to so many new tools and concepts. Another thing that I liked was the emphasis on hands-on, self-driven projects. I feel better prepared for the job search in that I now have a project portfolio that I can speak confidently about to employers and that I can add to and improve. I could never have created that starting portfolio on my own without Metis.

With the bootcamp being project-focused, you are allowed to be as creative as you want. You will learn to fail fast and to love (or accept) the MVP. Between lectures, HW, and projects, this is a very intense, immersive program with regard to your time, and mental and emotional energy. During these 12 weeks, I'd say I spent an average of 12 hours a day on activities relating to the bootcamp, which includes attending Metis-sponsored speaker talks and regional networking events, so the access to resources is awesome. And in the end, it does make the payoff feel incredible.

The experience has given me the basics to pursue almost any path in the realm of data analytics, machine learning, data viz, engineering so I think the program does an amazing job of covering the breadth of material we need in the job market in such a condensed time span...The instructors and TA's are top notch...Metis has clearly created a feedback loop of graduates who have now entered the Metis employer network looking to hire more data/software professionals. This has made getting your foot in the door a bit easier rather than cold applying to a job.

The Career Support was wonderful. Andrew Savage provided me with career advice that I had not heard elsewhere. It was good hearing how job searching is supposed to be done.

Metis is an absolute gem. The bootcamp was an amazing experience and extremely worthwhile. I felt like I got more out of it than any other educational program I've been in. [...] I got a job! It's a data/backend engineer for an advertising/marketing agency. I don't use any data science per se, but I LOVE my job and I definitely could not have gotten it without the coding I learned at Metis and the opportunity of Metis Career Day, where I met my current manager.

Incredible how much information [the instructor] could get through in a 3-hour period. He also did a great job providing relevant examples, and talking to more than just the syllabus to enhance understanding.

Metis has been a great journey. The experience I gained from this training is surely priceless. As students who just got out of their own cohort one semester ago, the TAs are brilliant and actively shared knowledge and assistance.

Firstly, and by far most importantly, the instructors were outstanding. Secondly, the quality of the curriculum was really great. We covered a really wide range of material in a brief time frame. I really enjoyed the project based approach.

Metis was a high quality program that gave me the hard and soft skills that I was seeking to make a career transition from academia to data science...The instructors Zach Miller and David Ziganto are experts in data science and incredibly patient with the students while also pushing us to do more than we thought we could. They are the heart and soul of the program and can make or break the whole experience. Good instructors are hard to find and you have something valuable in them.

The Metis Intro To Data Science course was the most interactive online course I’ve ever taken. The instructor and TA made the class feel like we were all in the same room, and we built up a really supportive community over the six weeks. This made learning a huge amount of material much more manageable.

Metis is valuable because you learn a lot, and you apply that knowledge to concrete projects that show organizations what you can do. You should end the bootcamp with presentations, github repositories, and blog posts that form a portfolio to help you get hired as a data scientist. The Metis network of alumni, staff, and companies that often hire Metis grads is also indispensable in hooking you into the data science scene and making opportunities known to you...The instructors were great. They're very knowledgeable and always willing to help...Lastly, the individual career coaching was incredibly helpful. It's just great to have an experienced person giving you advice and helping you practice for interviews and whatnot. All in all, Metis was well worth the cost. I was able to make the career leap into data science that I wanted to make, as well as meet a great group of friends and colleagues!

From my research Metis seemed to be at exactly the right level for me. I didn't have an applied math Phd, but had a good amount of technical experience and math abilities that I wanted to take further...It's only been a few weeks since the bootcamp finished, but I have a good number of leads at companies that I would have been ecstatic to work at before the bootcamp started...I don't think it's reasonable to expect any three month bootcamp to be a silver bullet that will get you a job at Google, but Metis definitely made a huge difference in focusing me towards an exciting data science career.

The best experience I have ever had within data science education. Career day is what makes Metis stand apart in addition to the experience of your senior data scientists.

[I liked most the] fantastic teachers who are passionate about the subject matter, and whom make themselves available to assist students in answering questions or providing suggestions...Thank you for the great course and providing me with more insight into understanding what baseline subjects I need to understand to begin working towards my goal of starting a data science career.

I thought it was an amazing experience. Extremely worthwhile. I felt like I got more out of Metis than any other educational program I've been in...I think what made Metis stand out for me was the support that students received at every step of the way. From the coursework, to the projects, to challenges, to career help- Metis truly has every student's back. It feels amazing to know that you have someone to turn to who will actually help (or try very hard even if they don't know how). The focus on employability is also very refreshing. It seemed at times that Metis was more urgently trying to get us employed than we were- which I loved! Like a pushing parent -- it was what we all needed.

I learned a lot, and fast. The program lived up to expectations, and now I have companies emailing me to offer interviews.

I've been blown away by the amount of interest I have had already from potential employers. I loved taking three months to surround myself with smart people from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise. I chose Metis primarily because of its focus on rapid deliverables and that I would walk away with a portfolio of projects to speak about with employers. But I've been amazed at the strength of the alumni community and don't know how I would begin to manage a job search without it.

The Intro to Data Science class provides a great overview on Data Science topics. The instructor clearly explains the main points and always takes extra mileage to help us to understand the issue whether in the class or after hours via group chat. I am really impressed on the lectures and have learned a lot from this intensive class.

The material and the people were phenomenal. I'm confident in the abilities and networking that Metis has left me with. It was a really fun 3 months and I feel great about the career it's prepared me for.

Metis was an amazing experience. It gave me a lot of confidence not just technically but also on a personal level. I could easily discuss questions and concerns. I got a lot of support. I really feel confident that I can land a great job and embark on my data science journey. I know what to avoid in my job search and I know smarter and more efficient ways of managing this process. Thank you!

This is the best educational experience I've ever had. I was just in college and this kicks college's ass. I actually learned things from people here, not just me googling around to teach myself to pass a test. People care here, and not just a few, but the entirety of the cohort, the instructors and the students, I don't think I've ever experienced something where the whole organization cares about you to the degree that Metis does.

It was an overall great experience. The classroom instruction, project work, and resources offered through the career counseling and continued alumni support is invaluable. I was exhausted every day, but I woke up looking forward to every day.

I wanted a fire under my butt and that is what Metis gave me. The content is great, and the instructors know their stuff. I felt supported through the entire program, but didn't feel like I was getting "too much" help. I felt like I had to "earn it". That was awesome.

Love it, this is great, this is the best decision I've ever made. I've learned more in these 12 weeks than in past 3 years. It's A+.

Metis truly is the best of the best when it comes to data science education. I took some big risks enrolling in the bootcamp program, and I leave it with zero regrets or doubts about my decision. The combination of learning, practical application, and tremendous support staff guiding you along the way cannot be beat.

The quality of instruction and student support at Metis was incredible, I not only found it incredibly worthwhile but also very enjoyable.

As a BI professional with 20+ years experience, I found the Metis Intro to Data Science course to be exactly the shot in the arm my career needed to upgrade my skills.

I would recommend Metis since the bootcamp provides the student an environment where they can grow their skill or network. It provides the basics in classes and gives enough freedom where students can study the skills they want to develop. These skills can be to buttress their strength or turn a weakness into a strength. Also, I feel that Metis does a good job at bring in people inside the industry to the class room and discuss what they are doing.

All of the instructors are really qualified and are really great people to be around. So are Leah and Jenn. The other cohort members were smart, helpful and also extremely pleasant. The knowledge difference is night and day. All that remains to be seen is how long it will take me to become employed. If that number is < 2 months, then I will look back on this as one of the best decisions of my life. No matter what, I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Metis.

It was life-changing. I learned things here and had chances for domain and job specific training that I doubt I could have gotten at any other program.

Metis was one of the best choices for learning Data Science for me. The instructors challenged us to get comfortable learning on the fly and getting creative with our projects

I can't tell you what Metis will be for you, but I can tell you what it was for me.  Metis is one of the most challenging things I have ever done.  During my first project I said this.  "An Ironman triathon is so much easier than Metis.  In Ironman, after 15 hours you stop - good or bad.  You can go 15 hours at Metis and still have something that doesn't work ... but you just have to keep going!"  My point is that Metis pushed me to find things in myself I didn't know I had.  This is an opportunity to be your best self.  This is an opportunity to gain experience that will allow you to take on really big problems in life.   Be prepared to: work hard, not sleep, fail, make friends, succeed, celebrate, fail again, question, succeed again, and triumph.  To get the most out of it I have two pieces of advice: don't be afraid of messy data (a dictionary is your best friend) and don't let yourself struggle - ask questions when you need.  What's great about Metis is that there is a whole team of people, staff and students alike, that are committed to your success.  There are 35 people on your side - when was the last time you could say that.  Ultimately, I get to make the world a better place every day because I went to Metis.  What more is there to say?

The Metis bootcamp was extremely well put together with a lot of thought put into making a great experience for its students. A lot of material was covered in the short amount of time and students were made to put into practice things they learned in the lessons... I liked the excellent instruction and support by the instructors in helping us learn the concepts and skills necessary to become data scientists.

I want to thank everyone on Metis team that work tirelessly behind the scene to make this program an invaluable experience for me. (I might not know specifically what you did, but your work didn't go unnoticed. I truly value every single thing of this bootcamp)

If someone is looking for a career change into data science, they could not get a more supportive and helpful environment than Metis.

What I loved most was the quality of the course and the ridiculous pace. I wouldn't have accomplished nearly as much with self-study

Michael Freeman, Seattle Data Viz instructor, had the expertise to teach the class. Many of our labs included a completed file that we could reference if we got stuck. At the end of our labs Michael would usually code the entire thing live and there were several occasions where he would make a slightly different choice for the implementation that yielded the same working results. This was fun to watch and I felt good knowing he wasn't copying and pasting some instructional materials handed to him at the beginning of the class. This more than anything made me feel good about the money I spent because I was learning from a subject matter expert.

Jeremy is a fantastic teacher...I had more "aha!" moments in this class than I have in the past few months reading texts and trying to code.

I've been trying to learn D3 for years and this was the only thing that worked!

For an introductory course I think it covered a lot of ground. I was very satisfied with the topics covered- I really appreciated learning about stacked charts in the last class. That will help me a lot at work....I was initially skeptical about network graphs, but I just made my first one and used it in a presentation and it killed. So, I really feel like the current content covered and amount of time spent on stuff really hit the nail on the head for me.

This is a great class. I don't think there is another place at this time where I could have gained the knowledge I gained in this class.

It was an excellent mix of design techniques and hands-on coding. Kevin was a great instructor and provided great support during our in-class coding sessions. We covered a good set of foundational concepts.

I found it to be a great introduction to D3 and also very comprehensive. Kevin was a great teacher. I learned something every class and thought he did a great job walking us through complicated examples without losing us along the way

Mollie [the Chicago Data Viz instructor] was really helpful and positive throughout the course. She provided a ton of resources for us to learn throughout the classes as well as after. I learned a lot both about data science as well as the practical application of D3.js

[The instructor] Sergey is super smart and was able to answer just about any question asked. He moved at a pace that seemed appropriate for most levels. There was a decent amount of content covered and it was covered in a logical way. He was flexible in the content.

One of the better programming classes I've taken--great balance between theories and details … Great examples to work on and good pacing for a diverse group!

I've been singing the praises of the course all over New York City, you may find more friendly faces that I've encouraged to take the class show up in the near future!

The fact that four women were running the show is truly amazing and all of them need to be recognized for that. Alice, Ashley, Caroline and Lara did a damn good job.

I came into the program with a solid math / statistics background, and understand the principles of software engineering. However, I was lacking confidence in my skills to become a Data Scientist. Metis did that! Metis provided everything would you expect from a Data Science bootcamp, but the most valuable thing I learned was that I am a great Data Scientist and will be valued wherever I land after Metis.

I learned SO much in the last 3 months. It was also great being with the other people in our cohort and with our instructors and other staff. In the true sense of a bootcamp, it's hard work. But that's what we wanted. That's how you grow. And grow you will at Metis.

The staff were extremely knowledgeable and supportive. I learned a lot about not just Data Science, but also about how to manage time on a project and communicate it. The Metis community at large was a huge asset as well. From interacting with alum to the glimpse of the career support to come, this was a huge benefit.

Data science isn’t for everybody, and this course is extremely challenging. But if that’s the direction you want, then Metis is the place.