AI Career Switch — AI-Assisted Developer
CAREER SWITCH
Intensity Level
CAREER SWITCH · TECHNICAL
Operational Duration
10-12 WEEKS
Course Code: R3-DEV
Enrolment
Dates announced soon
Register your interest and we'll tell you when the next cohort opens.
MODULE TRACKS
Deep-Dive Specializations
PROGRESSION PATHWAY
Badge Achievement Hierarchy
Apprentice Developer
01
Practitioner Developer
Current Tier
Certified AI-Assisted Developer
03
WEEKLY PLAN
Timeline // 12 weeks · part-time with labsWk 1-2
Module 1
Developer Foundations & Setup
Terminal, Git, VS Code, and understanding the AI pair-programming workflow. First commit to GitHub.
Wk 3-4
Module 2
Programming with AI
Python fundamentals. Build your first small tools and utilities with AI assistance, reading and testing every step.
Wk 5-6
Module 3
Building with Claude Code
Master Claude Code workflows. Ship your first small but real application end-to-end with proper review discipline.
Wk 7-8
Module 4
Advanced AI-Assisted Development
Advanced Claude Code, Node.js, web/API basics. Focus on testing, version control discipline, and shipping responsibly.
Wk 9-10
Module 5
Capstone: Build for a Simulated Client
Scope, plan, build, test, and ship a real application. Write documentation and present your work on GitHub.
Wk 11-12
Module 6
Portfolio & Readiness
Polish your GitHub portfolio with READMEs and proof of work. Plan your next steps into junior roles or freelance builds.
TECHNICAL DELIVERABLES
System deployments you will depart with, fully optimized for production environments.
Forge Guarantee
“You will leave with a GitHub portfolio, a capstone project, and a concrete plan to land entry-level developer work or freelance builds.”
GitHub Portfolio
A curated collection of 4-6 builds with clean READMEs showing problem, solution, and outcome. Your proof of work for hiring.
Capstone Application
A fully planned, built, tested, and documented application for a simulated client. Demonstrates end-to-end developer skills.
AI-Assisted Developer Certificate
Awarded on completion of attendance, checkpoints, portfolio, capstone, and career readiness plan.