Random comments from Mountain View Systems' Alumni

I really enjoyed this camp. I learned a great deal. The structure of the class not only prepares us for the test but more importantly for applying the concepts in our lines of business. Todd is a great instructor. He has a way of explaining the concepts that students can relate with. I really liked the accommodations. It was really helpful to stay at the same location in which class is held. It was nice to have the computers and snacks at our disposal. The hotel staff was very accommodating. The rooms were very comfortable. I look forward to attending the next series of classes.

Jim Coronel

I have never attended an IT "boot camp" before so I was reluctant at first to sign up. I did my research and Mountain View Systems (MVS) looked to be the most reputable facilities I found. I realized within the first hour of class that I was in the right place for learning and obtaining my MCSE for the Windows 2003 Server product line. Todd and James are professional and extremely knowledgeable in their respective fields. I am impressed with MVS and would recommend their training course to anyone. In fact I am coming back in late September 2007 for the Exchange 2007 boot camp. I also would like to thank Tony for all that he does.

Aaron Busch - eNet Solutions, LLC - MCSA, MCSE

It's nice to attend a class where the instructors have real world experience and KNOW THEIR STUFF! I've attend many classes in my career, and I just can't say enough great things about Todd & James. In addition to being very knowledgeable in the subject matter, they really seem to care that you understand the material. I was incredibly impressed by the entire staff of MVS. Everyone was there to support us and to accommodate our every need during our time at Boot Camp. Tony & Rebekah, you guys were awesome! The hotel couldn't have been better equipped or better located. From wonderful restaurants within walking distance, to a friendly staff, to accommodating requests... again thoroughly impressed. I will highly recommend your camp to colleagues who are waiting to hear about my experience, and as far as sending folks to training... I will always consider MVS as a first source for training for any employees that I may need to send to Boot Camp! Thank you.

Kirt Beck

I was very pleased to be a part of the Mountain View Systems Boot Camp for CCNA. The direction and instruction received from Todd King was invaluable. Not only was Todd extremely knowledgeable regarding all the material covered, but his real world experience and skill helped us to fill in any blanks.

This was my first encounter with boot camp style training - wow - I had no idea what to expect, other than a lot of information in a short period of time. That was definitely the case, but what was not expected was the personal attention and care that was provided by all of the MVS staff.

All hardware met my expectations and was available to all of us 24/7 - additionally I was stunned at the extra time the instructor provided after hours to individuals that needed the added support. Not only was our containment at the Armstrong Hotel in Fort Collins instrumental in maintaining focus for the seven straight days of training, but the free meals at the local restaurants made daily needs one less thing for the group to worry about.

I will definitely recommend MVS to my colleagues and hope to meet up with the MVS group again someday. Thank you!

Sandy Disney – EDS

This was the best training experience I have ever had period. The accommodations, training, amenities etc were all beyond my expectations. The training was real world and the knowledge of the instructor was superb. Study materials were right on. I will definitely be looking to take my next technical training here at Mountain View Systems. Thanks James, Tony, and Rebekah for helping me achieve my MCSE 2003!

This is the best boot camp I have even attended. Myself and others will be coming back.

Brock Sarnstrom - Harley-Davidson - MCSA, MCSE

I can't say enough about how great this class was. James was incredibly knowledgeable about every aspect of the Windows environment; he was willing to answer any questions that anybody in the class had and has an uncanny ability to explain things in a way that is easy to understand. I actually left the class with an understanding of TCP/IP, which is something that up until now has baffled me. The classes can be long, and the studying is even longer, but in the end it's all worth it. I have to mention Tony and Rebekah also; they are the "people behind the people", so to speak. Without them the experience wouldn't have been nearly as enjoyable. They are both are great folks that are willing to help the students out in whatever way they can.

Every morning Tony could be found in the break room stocking the fridge and snack table with whatever our little hearts desired. I'd like to take this opportunity to thank Tony for keeping the Red Bull stocked, I credit it with keeping me awake during those long afternoons and even longer nights of studying. One of the great things about the boot camp was the fact that we actually got out of the hotel just about every day, which made it that much easier to focus on learning when we were in class. Nearly every day we would go to lunch at a local restaurant and James or Tony would buy everyone whatever they wanted for lunch (even beer!). I'd recommend this class to anyone that wants to earn an MCSE but actually LEARN an awful lot in the process. I learned a ton, this ain't no "paper MCSE." Great people, great teaching, great food, great accommodations, just a great experience all around. I hope to be back next year for the Exchange class!

Evan Sanders - MontaVista Software - MCSE

This bootcamp FAR exceeded my expectations! This was my first time attending a "boot camp" of any kind. I searched for other comparable offerings across the country for the opportunity to travel out of state (I live in Denver), but found nothing else that was "all-inclusive" as this one is. Other camps charged extra for the hotel stay, for food, etc. I had no idea what a gem was just an hour from Denver!

I have to say that the instruction and everything about the camp was fantastic! James was a great instructor who knows intimately the material he is teaching & is never at a loss for expert answers to difficult situations. He is very effective at explaining tough topics and shares many real-world examples. Thank you James, Tony & Rebecca! You guys were all great!

Jack Thrams - MCSA, MCSE

I had researched the network for boot camps that promised learning, over just passing and getting your MCSE. I chose MVS because of the great comments from past students and the guarantee that they offered. I was not disappointed.

Rebekah Mooney was my first contact with Mountain View. From the first email and phone call, she did everything that she could to see that I was right for the class, as well as getting all the necessary arrangements made, to making sure that my stay was going to be a successful one. She had a great personality and there was absolutely no sales pressure to come to MVS. While in class, she helped make sure everything was in order, and that all amenities and needs were met. Rebekah - don't change a thing. Your personality and kindness are unparalleled.

Anthony Carrion was the Office Manager whom I met on the first day. He was outgoing and just as concerned as Rebecca , at making sure everything was correct and continually seeing that we had plenty of snacks, supplies, and whatever else was needed. He offered encouragement when we needed it. During the breaks, you could hear his trademark yell (from the office) of "YEAH BOY!", as video games were played, to help relieve stress.

James Carrion was the instructor for the 16-day course. From the very get-go on day one, James had us going thru the book, looking at the study guides, and doing the chalk-talk routine. Everything he did, helped me learn and definitely prepare for the intense exams. He is well suited and has expert knowledge, with a well-rounded way of teaching the class. He could go from technical jargon, to layman terms in a heartbeat, and I found that from time to time, I needed that approach. He was continually checking the class, to see if everyone was staying up, or might be having difficulty understanding something. He had a very acute sense of when to speed up, or slow down the class training.

I can only say this… If you're looking to actually learn something, and have the fortitude, the attitude, and the astuteness to lock yourself in for sixteen days and nights of intensive training and studying, then I would highly recommend this boot camp. Sincerely,

Michael L. Campbell

After completing both the Mountain View MCSE and CCNA programs, I can say that they are "the" way to get your certs. Having instructors who know their material speeds your learning time dramatically from studying by yourself. The CCNA course could be developed with a more in depth study guide or class notes similar to the mcse course. The classroom experience was very good, Todd really knows his stuff. Overall I would suggest this as the way to get a ccna, no only from the invested time perspective, but from the additional real-world knowledge beyond the basic material needed to pass the test.

Mark Haan - Solutions Inc – CCNA

This was my first boot camp and has set a very high standard for future boot camp sessions for myself. The information and instructions from the class were excellent. The instructor was excellent and very willing to help you in any way possible. Accommodations were great and the unity they helped us develop with the other students was helpful. I would highly recommend this boot camp to anyone interested in any certification. I will be looking forward to attending future boot camps.

Corey Laymon