Our Students have accelerated their careers at
See how a side project transformed my journey
Side projects transform theoretical knowledge into hands-on experience. By working on real challenges, you refine your skills and adapt quickly to emerging technologies.
Tackling side projects pushes you to solve unexpected challenges creatively, sharpening your critical thinking and decision-making abilities.
Every project you build becomes a testament to your skills. A robust portfolio not only showcases your abilities but also sets you apart in a competitive job market.
Working on personal projects exposes you to the entire development lifecycle, helping you understand how to integrate multiple technologies seamlessly.
When you work on projects you’re passionate about, learning becomes enjoyable and organic. Your enthusiasm drives innovation and sustains your progress over time.
Side projects demonstrate initiative and creativity, proving to employers that you’re a self-starter ready to tackle real challenges and drive results.
Provide immediate, real-world feedback that reinforces your learning
Integrate diverse technologies and concepts for a comprehensive skill set
Encourage independent research and creative problem-solving
Help you focus on the areas of programming that truly interest you
Produce tangible results that boost motivation and impress potential employers
“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
of our Students say they’d recommend AlgoCademy to their friends
of our Students are confident that AlgoCademy will help them advance in their careers
of our Graduates enjoy their work more after joining AlgoCademy
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.
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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Absolutely! Engaging in side projects forces you to apply what you’ve learned in real-world scenarios, helping you understand and retain concepts faster.
Yes! Side projects are an effective way for beginners to learn. They provide a practical, low-pressure environment where you can experiment and grow at your own pace.
You can begin immediately. All the resources and guidance you need to kickstart your side project are available from day one.
No. Start with the language you’re most comfortable with, and as you progress, you’ll naturally pick up additional languages and tools.
Every day without a side project is a missed opportunity. Dive in now to accelerate your learning, gain practical experience, and build the foundation for future success.
Absolutely. The hands-on experience, enhanced problem-solving skills, and long-term career benefits make the time and effort invested in side projects invaluable.
You'll have access to a vibrant community and expert guidance to help you overcome challenges and keep your momentum going throughout your project journey.
We understand that every journey is personal. While we encourage you to keep pushing forward, you’re free to take breaks or pivot your focus. Our platform will always be here when you’re ready to dive back in.
AlgoCademy helps you translate ideas into code, guiding you step-by-step and making your learning experience interactive and hands-on through real-world projects.
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