All classes and operations are currently remote. Classes starting before Labor Day 2021 will begin online.
For more information on learning remotely with NSS and the latest update on our plans to return to in-person classes, visit nashss.com/covid-19.
Career
Ready
Non
Profit
Community
Focused
DISCOVER YOUR NEW CAREER THROUGH HANDS-ON, PROJECT-BASED, AND TEAM-BASED LEARNING
We prepare adults with aptitude, motivation, and drive for careers in software development, UI/UX design, data analytics, and data science.
We are committed to growing diversity in these fields by creating opportunities for underrepresented groups in tech.
NSS is a flourishing community of 1300+ alumni, 250+ active students, and a team of dedicated instructors helping each other grow and learn their craft. Nashville employers and mentors who give back to our community and support future tech talent are vital to our success.
The Nashville Software School Opportunity
STUDENTS
Do => Learn
Solve real-world problems
Launch your new career
EMPLOYERS
Recruit great talent
Grow your organization
Develop existing talent
Our Learning Tracks
Introductions
Web
Development
Jumpstart
Get a taste of development and gain a basic understanding of core web languages: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Part
Time
3
Weeks
Analytics
Jumpstart
Get a taste of data analytics and gain a basic understanding of Python, Jupyter Notebook, and SQL.
Part
Time
3
Weeks
Statistics
For
Data Science
Get a hands-on introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics for the field of data science.
Part
Time
6
Weeks
Bootcamps
FULL STACK
WEB DEVELOPMENT
BOOTCAMP
FULL TIME
Prepare for a career in software development. Our program combines intensive learning and career preparation.
Full
Time
6
Months
FULL STACK
WEB DEVELOPMENT
BOOTCAMP
PART TIME
Keep your day job. Our evening program is an alternative to our full-time program, from the intensive learning to career preparation.
Part
Time
12
Months
FRONT-END WEB
DESIGNER/DEVELOPER
BOOTCAMP
Prepare for a career in user experience design and front-end software development through hands-on learning and career preparation.
Full
Time
6
Months
DATA
ANALYTICS
BOOTCAMP
FULL TIME
Train for a career in analytics or business intelligence and learn to apply statistical reasoning using common analytics tools.
Full
Time
15
Weeks
DATA
ANALYTICS
BOOTCAMP
PART TIME
Train for a career in analytics or business intelligence and learn to apply statistical reasoning using common analytics tools.
Part
Time
6
Months
DATA
SCIENCE
BOOTCAMP
Train for a career in data science through hands-on experience in data engineering and analytics.
Part
Time
9
Months
Professional Development
A/B Testing
Workshop
Learn to evaluate data through experimentation and statistical testing to make better decisions.
Part
Time
2
Nights
Mastering SQL
For
Developers
Refresh your SQL basics and explore more advanced SQL functionality in this hands-on, synchronous online course.
Part
Time
7
Weeks
UI/UX FOR
DIGITAL PRODUCT
DESIGN
Get a practical, hands-on intro to Digital Product Design and UX principles and processes, including and intro to HTML and CSS.
Part
Time
14
Weeks
AWS
Courses
Learn from AWS experts about Architecting, Developing, DevOps Engineering, or Security Engineering on AWS.
Full
Time
1-3
Days
Upcoming Programs
Introductions
| Program | Type | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analytics Jumpstart ONLINE | Evening(3 weeks) | April 10, 2021 - April 29, 2021 | Join Waitlist |
| Web Development Jumpstart ONLINE | Evening(3 weeks) | May 1, 2021 - May 19, 2021 | Register |
| Analytics Jumpstart ONLINE | Evening(3 weeks) | June 5, 2021 - June 24, 2021 | Register |
| Statistics For Data Science | Evening(6 weeks) | July 6, 2021 - August 19, 2021 | Apply |
Bootcamps
Professional Development
| Program | Type | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| UI & UX for Digital Product Design | Evening (4 months) |
Updated Dates!
February 22, 2021
- June 14, 2021
|
This class is underway. |
| A/B Testing Workshop | Evening (2 Nights) | March 22 and 24, 2021 | This class is underway. |
| Mastering SQL For Developers | Evening (7 Weeks) | May 18, 2021 - July 1, 2021 | Apply Now |
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NSS Grads at Work
Our students represent the many faces and places that make Nashville great. Mixed backgrounds and varying levels of experience all come together at NSS.
There truly is a power that comes in our diversity. Our graduates have collaborated and supported each other through this shared adventure of learning software development. They are primed to bring new ideas to projects and development teams. We help build key influencers in the tech community for years to come.
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Rolando Bernal
- Before: Sr. App Support Analyst
- After: Application Developer at Propel Wellness®
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Aimee Knight
- Before: Figure Skating/Marketing
- After: Software Engineer at Warner Bros. Entertainment
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Odigene Joseph, Jr.
- Before: Customer Service Associate/Jr. Evaluator
- After: Associate Web Developer at SiteHawk
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Shruti Sharma
- Before: Research Associate
- After: Software Engineer at Ingram Content Group
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Blaise Roberts
- Before: Band Director/Composer
- After: Software Developer at Groups360
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Evan Roane
- Before: Teacher
- After: Sofware Engineer at RMS
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Tim Maddux
- Before: Writer, Assistant, Barkeep, SaaS Manager
- After: Software Developer at InfoWorks
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Nathan Vasquez
- Before: Hospitality
- After: Junior Web Developer at United Methodist Publishing House
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Beck Cronin-Dixon
- Before: Event Manager
- After: Data Engineer at Eventbrite
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Adam Sheaffer
- Before: Musician
- After: Software Developer Advanced at TDOT
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MaRisa Jackson
- Before: Event Marketer
- After: Software Developer at GameWisp
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Shay Narang
- Before: Office Assistant
- After: Software Developer | Noise Maker
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Morley Bankston
- Before: Architect
- After: Senior Application Developer at L&R
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Matt Hamil
- Before: Full-Time Student
- After: Junior Software Development Engineer at Spera Health
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Emma Beaton
- Before: Artist Relations Manager
- After: Software Developer at Centresource
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Mike Ulvila
- Before: Musician / Songwriter / Producer
- After: Software Developer at Depalma Studios
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Lucas McDaniel
- Before: Elementary Music Educator
- After: Software Engineer at Emma
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Kate Williams-Spradlin
- Before: Exhibits Coordinator
- After: Application Developer at HealthTrust (HCA IT&S)
