Database and Server Training That Actually Makes Sense
We built this program because we got tired of seeing smart people struggle with backend concepts that should be straightforward. No jargon overload. No theoretical nonsense you'll never use. Just practical database and server skills taught by people who actually work with this stuff daily.
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How We Approach Backend Training
Most courses throw you into complex architecture before you understand the basics. We do the opposite. You'll start by building simple databases that solve real problems, then gradually layer in complexity as things start clicking.
Our autumn 2025 cohort runs for sixteen weeks, starting September. Two evenings per week, plus weekend lab sessions where you can get unstuck when something isn't working. And trust me, things will break. That's kind of the point.
By week six, you're managing multi-table relationships. By week twelve, you're optimizing queries that would make junior developers sweat. The progression isn't accidental—we've refined it over three years of watching where people hit walls.
Our instructors work on production systems during the day. When they show you something, it's because they used it last Tuesday, not because it's in a textbook somewhere.
What Sets This Program Apart
| Learning Element | Typical Courses | Our Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Database Design | Theory-heavy lectures | Build functional schemas from day one |
| Server Configuration | Follow fixed tutorials | Break things and fix them yourself |
| Query Optimization | Generic examples | Real datasets with performance issues |
| Security Practices | Brief overview module | Integrated throughout entire program |
| Problem Solving | Instructor demonstrates solutions | You troubleshoot with guidance |
| Support Access | Office hours only | Dedicated Slack channel plus lab sessions |
Who's Teaching This
Finley Ashworth
Lead Database Instructor
Spent eight years managing database infrastructure for logistics companies. Got into teaching after mentoring junior developers and realizing he enjoyed explaining complex systems more than just building them.
Sienna Thornbury
Server Architecture Specialist
Backend developer who's rebuilt legacy systems at three different companies. She's particularly good at explaining why certain approaches fail under load—usually because she's seen them fail.
Rhiannon Huxley
Security and Optimization Coach
Came from financial services where database security wasn't optional. She'll make you paranoid about SQL injection in the best possible way. Also runs the weekend troubleshooting labs.
Getting Started Is Straightforward
We keep the enrollment process simple because the actual learning is challenging enough. No entrance exams or portfolio requirements—just a conversation about what you're hoping to learn and whether this program fits.
Initial Conversation
Reach out and we'll schedule a twenty-minute chat. We'll ask about your current technical background and what you're hoping to build. Honestly, most people qualify—we're more interested in motivation than existing skills.
Review Course Materials
We'll send you the full syllabus and schedule for the September 2025 intake. Take a week to look it over, check if the timing works, and see if the topics align with what you need. No pressure to commit immediately.
Secure Your Spot
Classes cap at eighteen students because that's the maximum where everyone gets meaningful attention. Once you confirm, you'll get access to pre-course materials so you can hit the ground running in September.