Meet Your Instructors

Learn from experienced developers who are passionate about teaching and making complex technologies accessible through innovative "vibe coding" methodologies.

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Alex Thompson

Lead Instructor & Founder

500+
Students Taught
95%
Satisfaction Rate

About Alex

Full-stack developer with 8+ years building applications for startups and Fortune 500 companies. Passionate about making complex technologies accessible to young minds through innovative teaching methods.

Teaching Philosophy

"Learning should feel like playing. When students see immediate results and understand the 'why' behind the code, they develop genuine excitement for technology that lasts a lifetime."

Experience

  • Senior Developer at TechCorp (3 years)
  • Full-Stack Consultant for 12+ startups
  • Built 50+ production applications
  • Taught 500+ students online

Key Achievements

  • Created 'Vibe Coding' methodology used by 100+ instructors
  • 95% student satisfaction rate across 50+ camps
  • Featured in TechEd Magazine for innovative teaching
  • Built curriculum adopted by 3 coding bootcamps

Tech Stack Expertise

Next.jsReactNode.jsPostgreSQLAWSStripeSupabase

Assistant Instructors

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Jordan Martinez

Senior Assistant Instructor

Frontend & UI/UX

Designer-developer hybrid who bridges the gap between beautiful design and functional code.

Experience

4 years at design agencies, specializes in React and modern CSS

Strengths

Visual DesignCSS AnimationsComponent ArchitectureStudent Mentoring
Student Feedback

"Jordan makes design concepts so easy to understand!"

Full-time for camps
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Sam Chen

Backend Specialist

Database & API Development

Backend engineer who loves solving complex data problems and making databases fun to learn.

Experience

5 years building scalable APIs, expert in Supabase and PostgreSQL

Strengths

Database DesignAPI DevelopmentAuthenticationProblem Solving
Student Feedback

"Sam explains databases in ways that actually make sense!"

Part-time, advanced camps
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Riley Park

Web3 & AI Specialist

Blockchain & Artificial Intelligence

Cutting-edge tech enthusiast who makes Web3 and AI accessible to beginners.

Experience

3 years in blockchain startups, AI integration expert

Strengths

Smart ContractsAI IntegrationWeb3 UXFuture Tech
Student Feedback

"Riley makes blockchain feel like magic!"

Advanced camps only

Our Teaching Methodology

Vibe Coding Approach

Our signature methodology that prioritizes understanding through experimentation

Start with working templates, not blank files
Make changes, see results immediately
Break things intentionally to understand how they work
Build confidence through rapid iteration

Smart Breakout System

Students self-organize based on current needs, not arbitrary groups

Getting Unstuck - Technical problem solving
Design Decisions - Visual and UX guidance
Code Understanding - Concept clarification
Feature Expansion - Creative project enhancement

Live Support Model

Multiple instructors available simultaneously for personalized help

1:10 instructor to student ratio
Real-time screen sharing and debugging
Instant feedback on code and design
Collaborative problem solving sessions

The Build Camp Experience

3 hours daily for 3-5 days
Duration
15min lesson + 35min hands-on + 10min sharing
Format
Maximum 20 students per camp
Class Size
Middle school through high school
Age Range
Live website deployed to the internet
Outcome

Our instructors are committed to making every student successful. With small class sizes, personalized attention, and innovative teaching methods, we ensure that every student leaves with both technical skills and the confidence to continue their coding journey.