Full-Stack Web Development Training for Veterans

Discover the rewarding and high-demand world of full stack web development. Learn how veterans can leverage available support and programs to transition into this lucrative career path.

These Noble Desktop bootcamps and certificate programs have been approved for the training of veterans and other eligible persons using the Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33), the Veteran Readiness and Employment Program (Chapter 31), and the Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (Chapter 35).

Noble Desktop Coding and Web Development Training Courses Approved by the VA:

• Data Science Certificate 
• Full-Stack Web Development Certificate 
• Software Engineering Certificate 
• Python Developer Certificate 
• JavaScript Development Certificate 
• Data Analytics Certificate

Key Insights

• Full stack web development encompasses both front end (user-facing) and back end (server-side) elements of a website, requiring substantial knowledge of programming languages such as HTML/CSS, JavaScript, SQL, Python, and Ruby on Rails.
• Full Stack Developers are highly sought after and among the highest-paid tech professionals, with demand projected to increase to over 800,000 roles by 2024.
• Skills in full stack web development allow for versatility in the tech industry, opening doors to adjacent fields like data science, cybersecurity, and machine learning.
• Veterans transitioning to civilian life can take advantage of support programs like the Post-911 GI Bill, VET TEC, and the Forever GI Bill. Some companies, such as Cisco, Google, and Lockheed Martin, offer programs specifically for veterans.
• Training formats for full stack web development range from skills bootcamps and career-certificate programs to formal university degrees, each offering unique benefits.
• Noble Desktop offers comprehensive full stack web development training through various programs, equipping students with necessary skills and tools such as HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and VSC and Git.

Discover the rewarding and in-demand world of full stack web development. Learn how veterans can leverage available support and programs to transition into this lucrative career path. The programs below have all been approved for the training of veterans and other eligible persons using the Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33), the Veteran Readiness and Employment Program (Chapter 31), and the Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (Chapter 35).

Veterans have many services available to them and their families and may not even know about all of them. If you are a veteran returning to civilian life, or a member of a veteran’s family, you should learn about any available entitlements or benefits. This article can help you navigate all the options for taking advantage of these services, so you can enter a professional training program and learn the full stack web development skills you’ve always wanted.

What is Full Stack Web Development?

Full stack web development is the process of designing, building, and maintaining web applications. It includes a website's front end--which is the part users see and interact with--and back end elements--such as the server and database--which are essential to the function of the site, but are not seen by users. Full stack development represents the complete web development process since both front end and back end development infrastructure is required for web applications to run. This field dates back to 1993 when the first website went live. It continues to evolve, along with technology.

Commonly used full stack web development languages include HTML/CSS, JavaScript, SQL, Python, and Ruby on Rails. JavaScript, in particular, is an essential language for Full Stack Developers because it is versatile enough to handle all of the elements of full stack development. In contrast to Full Stack Developers, Front End Developers only work on the part of the application that users see and interact with, meaning that they are focused more on the look and feel of the application. Back End Developers are more concerned with the function of an application.

Read on to learn more about full stack web development and why you should study it.

What Can You Do with Full Stack Web Development Skills?

Full stack web development includes all elements of the technical side of running a webpage or web app. You learn front end languages like HTML/CSS and JavaScript to create visually appealing websites, and back end languages like Python to build the server-side infrastructure that allows the sites to function. Learning full stack web development also sets you up for success in fields adjacent to this one, like data science, cybersecurity, and machine learning. With Full Stack Web Developers in high demand, learning these skills is a great way to find a high-paying, engaging career.

Support for Veterans

Military veterans who want to transition to civilian life can avail themselves of support programs created for vets and their families. If you’re a veteran, there are a number of different programs that may help you pay for your web development education. The United States has been providing support for veterans since after World War II, when it passed the GI Bill, which is also known as the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944. The GI Bill provides veterans with a range of educational benefits including money for tuition and living expenses. This bill has been updated a number of times. The Post-9/11 Bill (Chapter 33) was signed in 2008 and also ensures educational benefits for veterans. Benefits can be transferred to a spouse or dependent children. The Forever GI Bill--also known as the Harry W. Coleman Veterans Educational Assistance Act--was passed in 2012. It improved or expanded some of the benefits of the 2008 bill. For instance, it removed the 15-year limit that had been previously imposed on veterans for using their educational benefits.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs manages educational benefits for the GI Bill. Benefits are available for active-duty service members, veterans, and their dependents. The GI Bill can be used for many different types of training options, including both college degrees and non-degree programs such as vocational or technical training. Benefits provided by the GI Bill can also be applied toward on-the-job training, apprenticeships, licensing, and certifications. Overall, millions of veterans have received education and vocational training through the GI Bill, and more than $400 billion has been paid out through this program since it began in 1944.

The VET TEC program is another option for veterans and their dependents. VET TEC was created to provide help for veterans who want to get into a career in technology or learn computer skills. Veterans who participate in this program are eligible for training in many different tech fields including information science, data processing, computer software, media applications, and computer programming. (Noble Desktop programs do not currently qualify for VET TEC funding.) 

The Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance program (Chapter 35) is another veterans program that provides financial assistance for job training. This program is for children and spouses of veterans or service members who are missing, captured, or dead, or who have disabilities. For eligibility requirements, visit the VA website. Note that Chapter 35 payments may not cover the full cost of tuition.

Applying for Benefits

Specific benefit amounts under the GI bill vary from person to person and depend on many factors, including how long a veteran served and what type of school the benefits are being used for. In many cases, veterans can transfer some benefits of the GI Bill to a child or spouse. If you want to receive benefits under the GI Bill, you need to applyonline orin person at the VA nearest you. After you apply, the VA will process your application and then you will get a certification of eligibility letter detailing how much of the GI Bill you’re eligible for. Students can only apply for benefits directly through the VA; training service providers often cannot assist with this process. 

If you want to learn more about VA-supported programs, you can visit the Noble Desktop Veterans Support page, where you’ll find a number of different web development classes for veterans. For students using the Post-9/11 Bill, the courses are available at Noble Desktop’s New York City location.

Why Should Veterans Learn Full Stack Web Development?

Job Opportunities

Websites play an increasingly central role in both business and daily life, and training in this field can open the door to many different job opportunities, in a wide range of industries. In an article titled “Top Website Statistics For 2024,” Forbes Advisor reports that more than 200,000 new websites are created every day. Skilled Web Developers are needed to create and maintain all of these sites, making this an in-demand profession. Military veterans often make great Full Stack Web Developers—particularly those who have worked extensively with different technologies. Some large corporations like Cisco, Google, and Lockheed Martin offer programs to help vets expand their talents and knowledge. Look for dedicated veteran employee resource groups when you begin your search. 

Job Security

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), a federal agency that tracks and analyzes job statistics in the United States, web development jobs will experience strong growth in the future, increasing by 9 percent between 2023 and 2033, which is faster than the average job growth rate of only 4 percent. The agency explains two of the main factors driving this growth; ecommerce and growing reliance on mobile devices. It states, “Employment of web developers and digital designers is projected to grow as ecommerce continues to expand. As retail firms keep increasing their online offerings, demand for these workers is expected to grow. In addition, the continued use of mobile devices to search the web is expected to generate demand for web developers and digital designers to create websites and interfaces that work on mobile devices with many different screen sizes.” Overall, it predicts that over the next decade, there will be about 16,500 job openings for Web Developers and Digital Designers each year. According to BLS data, California, Texas, New York, and Florida employ the most Web Developers. 

High Salaries

Web Developers generally earn an above-average salary, according to BLS data. The agency finds that the median annual wage for this job is about $85,000. The median annual wage for all workers in the United States is $48,060. BLS reports that the top-paying states are the District of Columbia, California, and Washington. San Francisco and San Jose have the highest annual mean wage, of about $149,000 and $156,000, respectively. 

A Fulfilling Job

Many Full Stack Developers say that this is a rewarding career path. It involves creativity and problem-solving, and every project that you work on will be unique. In addition, you’ll never stop learning because the tech industry is constantly evolving. Finally, you’ll enjoy the satisfaction that comes from turning a design concept into reality. In a Career Karma article titled, “Are Full Stack Developers Happy?” the author reports that overall, surveys show a high level of job satisfaction among Full Stack Developers, and explains, “Full stack developers are the jack of all trades in the software development world with a broad skillset to work with backend and front end development technologies. Since they are versatile on both sides of the spectrum, they enjoy numerous perks in their job roles that make the job role satisfying.”

Why Choose a Skills Bootcamp?

While many students new to web development start learning through free resources like webinars and tutorials, most eventually move on to paid training. Among the most common formats for full stack web development coursework are college and university degrees, skills bootcamps, and career certificate programs. When transitioning from the military to civilian life, your skills, goals, and experience factor into your decision about what to do next. Knowing how and where you plan to use full stack web development training will help you decide which learning method is best for you.

Each format comes with its own unique set of benefits and drawbacks. With a four-year college or university program, the biggest potential disadvantage is time. If you have already spent years in the military, you may understandably not want to spend years in training through a school—especially if it requires you to pass classes unrelated to your career goals. However, remember that some organizations require a degree as a condition of employment. 

The skills bootcamp training model offers a different approach. These courses may be available individually or as part of a comprehensive web development training program. If you begin your full stack training through a bootcamp, you will most likely start with front end coding before moving on to back end elements.

A career-certificate program can be a happy medium between individual bootcamps and lengthy college or university curricula. Graduates from these in-depth programs often report that their education consisted of multiple bootcamp modules, but they completed the curriculum in months or weeks, not years. In addition, certificate programs are designed to get you career ready, which means that they include lots of hands-on training and also career support, like help with your resume and with building a professional portfolio.

How Hard Is It To Learn Full Stack Web Development?

To become a Full Stack Web Developer, you’ll need to learn many different technical skills, and this can be challenging. However, with time and practice, almost anyone can master this field. If you already have some knowledge of coding or design, you may learn more quickly. Regular practice is an important part of the learning process, and will help strengthen your skills and show you where you need to spend more time. A live class can also make it easier to learn because you’ll be guided by an experienced professional and can ask questions and get feedback whenever you need to.

Benefits of Live Classes

All of Noble Desktop’s veteran’s training classes are live classes. There are numerous advantages with learning in a live format. The biggest is that there is a live instructor who lectures in real-time and is available to answer any questions that you have throughout the learning process. Many students say that this is the most engaging way to learn, and instructors often report that this format makes it easier for them to tailor the lesson to the specific needs of students. When you have a live instructor you can also get regular feedback on your progress. With feedback, you learn from both your successes and failures, which means that you’ll be able to constantly improve your web development skills. Another benefit of a live class is that you’ll be learning as part of a group. Interaction with other students can enrich the learning process by giving you access to multiple perspectives, and the ability to talk about the learning process. It can also lead to valuable networking connections.

Learn Full Stack Web Development at Noble Desktop

While you might think that working in full stack web development requires a college degree, this is not necessarily true. In recent years, an increasing number of employers are reporting that they are focusing less on degrees and more on demonstrable skills. You can gain these skills through a bootcamp or certificate program. These types of courses feature hands-on training from experienced industry professionals, small class sizes, and career help. If you want to study full stack development, you’ll find a range of live class options at Noble Desktop.

• The Full-Stack Web Development Certificate is a multi-week course where you’ll learn both front end and back end web development. You’ll learn to code with HTML and CSS, in addition to JavaScript. The course also covers Node.js for web apps, MongoDB for working with databases, and Express.js for API development. You’ll learn to manage databases, handle server-side development, and create dynamic, data-driven web experiences. Instructors will also teach you how to use AWS and other platforms to deploy your applications to the cloud. Git for version control, collaboration, and tracking code changes, is also covered. Learning is project-based, and by the end of the course, you will have developed a portfolio of working apps. This course includes ten one-on-one mentoring sessions, which can be used for career support or extra help with challenging concepts. 
• The Web Design Certificate covers a wide range of web design skills. In this multi-week course, you’ll learn JavaScript, CSS, and HTML for coding. You’ll also learn how to create web graphics, and cover the basics of website layout and design using Sketch or Adobe XD. In addition, you’ll learn about responsive design and how to create websites with WordPress. Finally, you’ll learn how to design web page layouts in Figma, and you’ll work on a portfolio. This certificate course includes eight one-on-one mentoring sessions for all students. 
• The Python Developer Certificate is a multi-week program that will prepare you to work as a Back End Developer, Software Developer, or Python Developer. In this class, you’ll learn to use Django, Django REST, Git, and SQL. You’ll also learn about dictionaries, custom functions, sorting algorithms, and working with APIs. In addition, you’ll work on projects for a portfolio. The class comes with four one-on-one mentoring sessions. To take the class, you should be able to code with HTML and basic CSS. If you need to learn these skills, Noble Desktop offers a basic HTML and CSS class.
• Another option is the Software Engineering Certificate. This is a comprehensive, multi-week course. You’ll learn about front end development, React Development, and Django (Python) Development. This includes learning a variety of front end tools including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. You’ll also learn Flexbox and Grid for layout and adapting to different screen sizes, and Git for version control. The program also covers JavaScript, and the JavaScript library, React. As part of the course, you’ll create a working desktop application with React and deploy it using AWS. In addition, the course covers Python, including syntax, dictionaries, sorting algorithms, and custom functions. Finally, you’ll learn to use Django and Django Rest. Twelve one-on-one mentoring sessions are included, and you’ll also create a portfolio.

For additional web development options, take a look at all the Noble Desktop web development classes and bootcamps.