Computer and Technology Requirements
The following are the minimum requirements for Coding Dojo programs. Students are required to have access to a computer with reliable internet and must not rely on a mobile device. The price of a laptop with necessary requirements is the responsibility of the student and may average from $400-$2000 depending on the make and model.
COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS
- Memory: 8GB or more
- Mac OS or Windows OS no more than 2 years old and not in beta
- Note: if the operating system does not meet the requirements above, Coding Dojo will not be able to help troubleshoot any technical issues the student may encounter.
- x64 Processor (at minimum)
- Privacy settings: student has user permissions to install software and access the internet
- The following software must be installed on the computer prior to start
- Zoom
- A modern web browser, such as Firefox or Chrome
- Email (must be an active inbox that student regularly checks)
- Discord
OTHER TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
- Headset and microphone
- Web camera (recommended)
- Stable internet to support video streaming: Recommended upload speeds of at least 5 Mbps and download speeds of at least 25 Mbps.
- (To check internet speed, connect the computer being considered for the program to the internet that will be used during the program, either wirelessly or directly. Go to https://www.speakeasy.net/speedtest/ and click on Start. If the internet speed does not meet the above, contact the internet provider).