Advanced full-stack software engineering for women and non-binary developers building the next generation of AI-driven applications.
The Grace Hopper Program is an intensive, immersive software engineering bootcamp designed for women and non-binary individuals. In the 2026 market landscape, the program has evolved from a traditional web development course into a technical forge for high-level software architects capable of building and maintaining AI-integrated systems. The curriculum is built on the 'NERP' stack (Node.js, Express, React, PostgreSQL), emphasizing a JavaScript-first architecture. This focus ensures graduates are proficient in the asynchronous environments required for real-time AI API orchestration and data-heavy frontend interfaces. The program's pedagogical framework utilizes Pair Programming and Test-Driven Development (TDD) to mirror enterprise-level engineering workflows. Strategically positioned as a bridge to the gender-parity gap in technical leadership, the 2026 version of the program integrates specialized modules on AI agents, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) patterns within the JavaScript ecosystem, and scalable cloud deployments. It remains a premier choice for career pivoters seeking deep technical immersion rather than superficial tool-specific training, fostering a community that dominates the mid-to-senior engineering pipelines in major tech hubs.
Deep dive into Node.js, Express, React, and PostgreSQL for unified JavaScript development.
Verified feedback from the global deployment network.
Post queries, share implementation strategies, and help other users.
A pedagogical method where two developers work at one workstation, alternating between 'Driver' and 'Navigator' roles.
Requirement to write failing automated tests (Mocha/Chai) before implementing functional code.
Instruction in relational database modeling, normalization, and complex JOIN queries in PostgreSQL.
Capstone projects managed through daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospective meetings.
Simulated whiteboard interviews, algorithmic challenges (Big O notation), and behavioral coaching.
Advanced frontend logic using React Hooks and Context API for managing complex application states.
Breaking into software engineering without a CS degree through structured, high-intensity learning.
Registry Updated:2/7/2026
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Frontend developers needing to master server-side logic and database architecture.
Developers needing to understand how to bridge LLM APIs with robust web architectures.