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Web Development

How to Become a Software Developer in 2025

If you’re looking to become a software developer in 2026, you can encounter a wealth of opportunities. As you set foot on this career path, you need to understand the essential software development skills and nuances of a role in coding.
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Job & Career Advice

Top 5 Tech Roles in 2026

With so much buzz around the tech industry, 2026 holds the potential to provide new employment opportunities. If you’re looking to break into tech this year, we’ve highlighted five top tech roles that employers will be hiring for in 2026.
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Job & Career Advice

How to Set Career Goals in 2026

Rather than waiting for the next calendar year to set goals, explore effective strategies for setting, pursuing, and achieving impactful career goals now and in the new year.
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Job & Career Advice

Why Now Is a Great Time for a Career Change–And How to Make It Happen This Holiday Season

With all the gifting, baking, and celebrating we do during the twilight of the year, career development often goes overlooked. But the winter holidays are an ideal time to start or advance a career change–for nearly every type of role in tech!
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Resolved to Land a Tech Job in 2026? Start Your Journey in 2025

Over 90% never follow through on their New Year’s resolutions. If you have a goal to upskill or pivot your career into tech, here are some advantages to starting early.
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Holiday Gift Guide for Tech Bootcamp Students

Read this tech bootcamp gift guide to find the perfect present for you or the tech bootcamp student in your life.
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Success Stories

Why Veterans Make Great Tech Employees

With their unique skills and knowledge, military veterans can be ideal candidates for tech roles. Read on to learn how military veterans can leverage their experience to land a rewarding role in tech.
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Job & Career Advice

Employee Tuition Reimbursement: What Is It and How Does It Work?

Our guide to employee tuition reimbursement explores what it is, how it works, and how you can make the most of this increasingly popular workplace benefit.
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Job & Career Advice

Tech Job Interview Prep for Bootcamp Graduates

What does an interview for a tech role entail, and how can a tech bootcamp graduate feel prepared for one? Learn about common questions, materials, practical tips, and resources for tech interview prep.
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Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Horror Stories to Tell In the Dark

In this spirit of Halloween, we’ve created 5 hypothetical horror stories to help inform, entertain, and inspire you to secure your data this season and beyond. Read on to learn how cybersecurity best practices can help you prevent a harrowing tale of your own this Halloween.
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Job & Career Advice

3 Tech Jobs Without a Degree

Technology is a rare field, as it doesn’t require college credentials to launch a high-paying career. Learn how to break into tech jobs without a degree.
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Job & Career Advice

5 Soft Skills You Didn't Know Could Help You Thrive in Tech

We've compiled 5 soft skills you might not have considered essential for a tech career, and how they can be utilized and optimized for the tech workplace.
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