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    Codecademy from Skillsoft

    Score8.4 out of 10
    N/ACodecademy, from Skillsoft since the acquisition announced in December 2021,is a web and mobile-based platform that teaches employable digital skills to millions of users worldwide. Through its platforms, learners discover concepts such as HTML/CSS, Javascript/jQuery, Python, Ruby, PHP, and APIs by actually building things and getting constant feedback from peers. Codecademy aims to present a networked approach to learning in which the user can interact with students across the globe,…N/A

    Microsoft Hands-on Labs

    Score6.8 out of 10
    N/AMicrosoft Hands-on Labs is a suite of elearning content which also features a virtual learning or training lab for cloud apps and services, instructor led training, and Microsoft Learn coding workshop.N/A
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    Would buy again
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    Delivers good value for the price
    80%
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    8.2
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    User Testimonials
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    Skillsoft
    Codecademy from Skillsoft is well suited to persons who wish to quickly acquire practical knowledge and skills that can be immediately applied to support their work or project. On the other hand, Codecademy from Skillsoft is probably not appropriate for those looking for a more theoretical approach to the subject matter.
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    Microsoft
    The Microsoft Hands-on Labs were great for training when working alongside an instructor. They would show things on their screen, and I would work alongside with a real environment. Being able to actually use the environment and interact with it was more preferable than just a straight lecture. It allowed me hands-on practice.
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    Pros
    Skillsoft
    • The content is relevant to our projects, and therefore adds value to our goals.
    • The content is delivered in a way that is conducive to adult learning, e.g., chunked into bite-size amounts (not overwhelming), uses language that is easy to understand (no technical jargon), a good mix of didactic content and quizzes (the latter adds an element of interaction).
    • The user interface is logical and user-friendly.
    • Codecademy from Skillsoft makes it easy to track your progress, not only within a course, but also relative to your weekly target.
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    Microsoft
    • The platform was simple
    • It did what it needed to do
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    Cons
    Skillsoft
    • Price too high, students cannot pay 150 euro per year
    • There should be a way to pay for a single class, my student only cares about Java
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    Microsoft
    • Copying and pasting can be clunky
    • Sometimes the instructions are not accurate
    • For some Microsoft tools, it requires you to create a temporary account, which takes some time and is time-consuming
    • Have to remember to save or you will lose your environment
    • May not be the most user-friendly to initially start
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    Skillsoft
    Codecademy from Skillsoft is the most technically advanced platform to use for personal as well as your professional life.
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    Microsoft
    I think Udemy is really superior as a platform, people create super high quality courses that get employees up to speed in days. The platform has a web and mobile app and has taking notes functionality that can be exported
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    Return on Investment
    Skillsoft
    • Having improved our proficiency in web development and web design through Codecademy from Skillsoft , we are able to deploy new websites or update existing ones more quickly and efficiently.
    • The courses in cybersecurity have enhanced our skills in protecting our business against malicious online threats. The benefits of keeping our data secure online is immeasurable.
    • The courses in UI and UX design have given us a framework on which to design effective and user-centric websites in a consistent manner.
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    Microsoft
    • I think it has a positive impact in having a platform to train employees
    • I don't think the cost might be worth it given that the content is super dry
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