BuildAlong W'25
A 16-week cohort where you’ll build real-world projects weekly, grow your skills through hands-on learning, and finish with a portfolio-ready capstone built with peers.
A 16-week cohort where you’ll build real-world projects weekly, grow your skills through hands-on learning, and finish with a portfolio-ready capstone built with peers.
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Today, employers are not just looking for people who know the basics. They want individuals who can demonstrate real skills, solve real problems, and work well with a team.
No more to-do apps, countdown timers, or simple landing pages. BuildAlong is about going beyond the basics. You’ll work on challenging real-world projects that reflect how modern tech teams actually operate, collaborating across design, product, engineering, and data science.
You can choose a track that aligns with your goals, learn through practical projects each week, and bring it all together in a final capstone project. This project will be built with a cross-functional team and serve as a strong addition to your portfolio.
Real-World Projects
Weeks of learning
Hours of interactive sessions
Get guided by experienced professionals and receive feedback that helps you build better, faster.
Stay accountable with a clear system that keeps you focused and ensures you keep improving your skills
Learn core skills in these areas
Learn how to build fullstack web applications from scratch, using modern tools like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React/Vue, and backend technologies like Node.js
Master the art of crafting user-friendly, beautiful digital products—from wireframes to high-fidelity prototypes using industry tools like Figma.
Gain practical skills in planning, launching, and managing successful products, while learning how to work with design, engineering, and data teams.
Learn how to explore and analyze real-world datasets, build predictive models, and go further by fine-tuning pre-trained models to solve custom problems.
BuildAlong has helped me to gain confidence in my web development career through intentional mentorship and training as well as hands on project.
I recently completed the "Programming for Beginners" training at Dome Academy (BuildAlong), and I'm thrilled with the experience. The training was well-structured, engaging, and tailored to meet the needs of beginners. The instructors were knowledgeable, supportive, and created a safe space for us to learn and ask questions. I gained hands-on experience with programming concepts and tools, which has re-energized my passion for coding. Thank you Dome Academy for this incredible opportunity. I highly recommend this training to anyone looking to start their programming journey.
BuildAlong has made see that it's possible for me to be expert at Web development and that it may look hard but I will find my way around.
Dome Academy has truly been a support system in my transition into tech. As someone with no prior experience in programming, I didn't know how to get started, but the support I received from day one made all the difference.
I didn't understand much about web development at the start but through support I was able to gain the skills to build projects. I'd love to thank the sponsors and organizers for making this possible.
Unlock your potential with Dome. Learn in public, work on real world problems with others and build your portfolio.
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No prior experience is required. BuildAlong is designed for both beginners and those looking to sharpen their skills. You’ll be guided through every step with expert mentorship, hands-on projects, and supportive peers.
BuildAlong is primarily a virtual program, so you can participate from anywhere. However, we’ll be hosting in-person meetups in select cities to help you connect with other learners, collaborate better, and build community.
We believe financial limitations shouldn’t stop you from learning. If you're unable to pay for the program, you can apply for a limited number of scholarships. These are awarded based on need and commitment, so be sure to tell us your story when applying.
BuildAlong currently offers multiple tracks, including Web Development, Product Design, Data, and Product Management. Each track comes with tailored projects, expert feedback, and a final capstone that helps you grow and showcase your skills.
Yes, the skills you’ll learn in BuildAlong are future-focused and rooted in problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration—skills AI can’t easily replace. In fact, knowing how to work alongside AI tools will make you even more valuable in the modern workforce.
You should plan to dedicate 6 to 10 hours each week. This includes time for project work, feedback sessions, live workshops, and team collaboration. The more consistent your effort, the more you’ll gain from the program.
While we can’t guarantee a job, BuildAlong is designed to help you become job-ready. You’ll work on real-world projects, build a strong portfolio, learn to collaborate in teams, and gain the confidence to apply for roles or freelance gigs.