CHALLENGES

Common Struggles for Self-Taught Programmers in System Design Interviews

Lack of Broad Architectural Knowledge

Self-taught programmers often focus on coding skills but may lack an understanding of large-scale system architecture. We'll teach you the big picture.

Limited Experience with Scalability

Building systems that can handle millions of users requires specific knowledge. Our course covers scalability principles in depth.

Difficulty Communicating Design Decisions

System design interviews require clear communication of your thought process. We'll help you articulate your ideas effectively.

Overemphasis on Code Over Architecture

Many self-taught programmers concentrate on writing code, neglecting overarching design strategies. Learn to integrate robust architecture with quality code.

Insufficient Practice with Real-World Systems

Without exposure to real-world system design challenges, it's hard to appreciate trade-offs. Our curriculum includes practical projects that simulate industry scenarios.

Struggling to Apply Theoretical Concepts

Translating theoretical system design principles into practice can be daunting. Our hands-on exercises bridge the gap between theory and application.

OUR MISSION

Master System Design at Your Own Pace

At AlgoCademy, we understand the unique hurdles self-taught programmers face in system design interviews. Our curriculum is crafted to bridge the gap between coding proficiency and architectural expertise, empowering you to design scalable, robust systems.

Is AlgoCademy right for you? Simply put, we’re for you if...

You’re trying to prepare for system design interviews but don’t know where to start or how to build a comprehensive study plan.

You’ve spent countless hours studying design patterns and architectures online, yet struggle to create coherent system designs on the spot.

Even if you can sketch a system design, you find it challenging to clearly communicate your ideas during interviews.

You’re eager to gain the strategic insight necessary to design scalable systems that impress interviewers.

You’re overwhelmed by the myriad of concepts related to system design and unsure how to connect them in an interview setting.

“After going through all the lessons, I gained the necessary skills to perform well at my on-sites. I crushed even the DP problems, which were my biggest fear. And thanks to that I landed offers from Microsoft and Uber. Thank you AlgoCademy!”

Cristina Radulescu

Senior Software Engineer at Uber

“AlgoCademy really helped me improve my problem solving skills and write incredibly clean code. I was worried it wouldn’t be done in time for my coding interviews, but the way the curriculum is structured made me progress very quickly. Thanks for your work!”

Connor Holland

Software Engineer at Vanguard

“Wow. I’ve been using AlgoCademy for a while and now I can finally solve coding questions on my own. This gave me the confidence I needed for my interviews, and guess what? I landed the offer at Samsung! You guys truly kick ass. High fives!”

Ankit Kumar

Software Engineer at Samsung

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of the surveyed Graduates have added between $10,000 and $50,000 to their salary

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of our Students say they’d recommend AlgoCademy to their friends

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of our Students are confident that AlgoCademy will help them advance in their careers

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of our Graduates enjoy their work more after joining AlgoCademy

THE TEAM

Meet Your Instructors

You’ll learn how to code from instructors with over 20 years of combined experience in professional, competitive, and educational settings. They’ll teach you the algorithms to know for coding interviews and help you establish a clear approach to problem-solving.

Andrei Chiriac

Software Engineer & Instructor

Andrei has represented Romania in many international competitive programming contests. His highest achievement to date is winning the bronze medal at the Central European Olympiad in Informatics.

Andrei has also worked for Amazon and Keystone. Since 2015, he's been training students for the International Olympiad and preparing aspiring engineers to crush their coding interviews.

Fun fact: Andrei has a YouTube Channel and had the highest-rated course on Udemy before AlgoCademy was born.

Mircea Dima

Founder & CEO/CTO

Mircea has worked as a Software Engineer at companies including Facebook, Adobe, Ubisoft, and two NYC startups.

He has built many innovative products using algorithms and data structures, such as Autocorrect and Swipe Typing for the iOS keyboard, Music Recommendation Engine, and Real-Time Optimal Exchange Algorithm. Mircea has been a coding interview and competitive programming coach for over a decade.

Fun fact: Mircea has written a peer reviewed Scientific Paper on Algorithms.

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DIFFERENTIATORS

What sets AlgoCademy apart?

Unlike our competitors, AlgoCademy offers the most comprehensive, high-quality interactive coding platform, allowing students to see, step-by-step, what’s going right (and wrong) in their code, focused on the questions we know you’ll get asked in technical interviews. We’ll teach you how to write clean code using video instructions and interactive validators that check for quality.

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COMMUNITY

A Thriving, Supportive Community of Peers

Our community is the heart of AlgoCademy. Here, you can get answers to all of your questions, ask for feedback, gain support from your peers, and get to know other like-minded programmers. It’s a great way to build your own community and learn from each other in the process.

We may be biased, but we happen to think our members are amazing. They boast a wide range of skills and expertise, and they make the AlgoCademy the amazing, 24/7 resource it is.

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SUPPORT

Frequently Asked Questions

So, you have questions? Let us try to answer those for you...

Will this get me ready for system design interviews?

Yes! The content is designed to cover everything you might encounter in system design interviews. We start by teaching fundamental architectural principles, scalability considerations, and how to clearly communicate your design decisions. Our graduates consistently ace their system design interviews!

I've never studied Computer Science. Is AlgoCademy beginner friendly?

Beginners welcome! While system design does require a basic understanding of computing principles, our curriculum is tailored for those without a formal CS background. We'll take you step-by-step through both fundamentals and advanced design challenges and make it easier than you think!

Is all of the content available straight away or is it time-released (drip fed)?

No drip-feeding here! You get access to everything inside AlgoCademy right away. Jump in and start practicing system design immediately. We also regularly update and add new material as the industry evolves.

What languages do I need to know?

You do not need to know any specific language to benefit from our system design lessons. Our explanations focus on core concepts and principles that are applicable across any programming language.

Why should I become a member today instead of waiting?

Every day you delay is another day without mastering critical system design skills. Take action now to gain the insights and support you need to land your dream job. The sooner you start, the faster you'll be on your way to success.

Is it really worth the money?

The average base salary of a software engineer is $110,464, according to Indeed, and top companies often offer total compensation well over $250k. Mastering system design can significantly boost your earning potential and open doors to prestigious roles. The investment in your future is truly worth it.

Do you offer refunds?

We don't offer refunds under any circumstance. You can try out our free coding tutorials before deciding to subscribe.

What happens if I decide to cancel my membership?

Obviously, we’d love it if all of our members stuck around forever. We’ve worked with students long enough to know that sometimes, moving on is part of the journey. If you decide to cancel, we make the process as simple as two clicks.

If there's anything at all that you're not certain about, anything we haven't made clear, or you have any concerns or questions, please contact us at email address.We're happy to help you out!