Registration Opens Saturday, April 18th at 5 PM, PST!
🚀 Get Hands-On Experience with Real Projects & Mentorship from Big Tech Experts!
Are you a motivated student (ages 13-20) looking to gain real-world software development experience? The A* Accelerator Summer 2025 Program is designed to help you master full-stack development, work on real projects for real clients, and prepare for internships in tech.
With guidance from industry professionals, you’ll build, deploy, and present your own applications while gaining experience in React, Angular, APIs, databases, and more.
🗓 Duration: 7 weeks (June 30th - August 15th)
📍 Commitment: 10-15 hours/week Hybrid (4/6 hours in-person
🌍 Location: Venture Mechanics Coworking Space Hybrid (4-6 hours in-person or fully virtual option)
💻 Tech Stack: JavaScript (React, Angular, Vue), Java, Python, SQL, GitHub
✅ Hands-On Learning: Build and deploy real applications with a structured, project-based curriculum.
✅ Expert Mentorship: Connect with software engineers from top tech companies.
✅ Leetcode & Career Prep: Attend Leetcode workshops, resume reviews, and mock interview sessions to gain a competitive edge.
Week 1: Web Fundamentals & Intro to React
We kick things off with a refresher on HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, then introduce the core concepts of React. Students will build a simple mini-project using what they’ve learned.
Week 2: Python for AI + Git & Agile Foundations
Since many students are excited about machine learning and AI, we introduce basic Python and key libraries like NumPy and pandas. We also dive into Git basics and Agile methodology. Students are onboarded to their group repos and start exploring their main project.
Week 3: Object Oriented Program & Data Structures and Algorithms
Students dive into Object-Oriented Programming concepts such as classes, inheritance, and encapsulation. They also explore essential data structures like lists, stacks, queues, and dictionaries, alongside foundational algorithmic thinking.
Week 4: SQL, Documentation, & Industry Insights
This week focuses on SQL fundamentals and good documentation practices. A guest speaker will join to share real-world tech insights and career advice.
Week 5: Databases & Networking
We take a deeper dive into databases (SQL and beyond), aligning technical lessons with real-world application in the final project. Students also connect with professionals at a networking event.
Week 4: Leetcode & Agile in Practice
We introduce technical interview prep through Leetcode problems, focusing on patterns like sliding window and two-pointer techniques. Agile ceremonies like stand-ups and retrospectives are practiced in teams, supported by experienced mentors.
Week 7: Career Prep & Final Presentations
We wrap up with resume, interview, and cover letter workshops to help students prepare for internships. Teams present their final projects, showcasing everything they've built and learned.
We teach the basics of JavaScript frameworks like React, Angular, and Vue. Students are then free to choose whichever framework they prefer for their projects.
We teach the basics of OOP (Object-Oriented Programming), APIs, data structures, and algorithmic thinking in Java. However, students are free to choose other languages, such as Python, for their projects.
We also teach other important technologies and concepts. For example, we cover the basics of agile methodology, how to use Git and GitHub to showcase your projects, how to create an optimal resume, and which resources you can use for further learning.
🎯 Special Early Bird Pricing: $1500 (~$215 per week)
🔥 Exclusive Offers:
$250 off for the first 5 signups
$100 off per referral (both you & your friend get $100 off!)
100% Money-Back Guarantee – If it’s not right for you, get a full refund
Risk-Free Enrollment: Secure your spot with just a $500 deposit