What Is a Career Coach & How Can They Help You Succeed?
Let’s be honest: if you’re Googling “what is a career coach,” you’re probably a little skeptical. Is it just expensive advice you could get from a YouTube video? Are career coaches even… real? Fair questions. The career coaching industry is full of people with wildly different backgrounds, approaches, and qualifications. So let’s break down what career coaching is, what makes someone a legitimate coach, and how to…
Your Goals, Guided: Introducing 1:1 Coaching on Codecademy
It’s January, which means your feed is probably full of goal-setting advice. New year, new skills, new career — you know the drill. But if you’re trying to switch careers or level up in tech, you already know the hard part isn’t deciding what to learn. It’s getting from “I finished the course” to “I’m confident I can do this job.” Maybe you’ve completed Python courses but freeze when it’s time to build something for your portfolio.…
Cybersecurity Certifications for Beginners: What You Need to Know Before You Start
Thinking about a career in cybersecurity? You’ve probably heard about certifications. With a sea of acronyms like CompTIA Security+, CISSP, and CEH, decoding which one is right for you can feel overwhelming. It’s easy to get lost in the details and wonder if the effort is even worth it. We’re here to tell you that…
7 Reasons to Get Certified in GitHub Copilot & How to Prepare
Want to show you know your way around AI-powered coding? With Codecademy Pro, GitHub Copilot certification prep is now included in your membership, so you can work toward your credential while enhancing your tech skills. GitHub created these certifications to bridge the gap between AI hype and real-world skill, explains Ochuko Onojakpor, a Technical Writer…
How to Share Your Skill Progress (Even If You’re Just Starting Out)
You’ve started learning — maybe you’ve completed a few lessons, built a small project, or explored a new programming language. But when it comes to updating your resume or LinkedIn profile, you hesitate: “Is this enough to share?” If this sounds familiar, you’re in good company. Programming communities are full of learners asking questions like,…
How to Break Into Cybersecurity Without a Degree
This past year, the job market saw 514,359 listings from public and private employers, all hunting for cybersecurity specialists or tech talent with serious cybersecurity skills. As tech continues to transform our lives, more people are needed to defend these technologies and keep up with their advancements, says Okey Obudulu, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)…
From Archaeology to Algorithms: My Journey to Becoming a Software Engineer
Learning to code so that you can land a job in tech can feel daunting. That’s why we’re sharing inspiring stories from Codecademy’s community — to show how people like you (yes, you!) can embark on a learning journey and end up with a totally new career. We hope these stories serve as a reminder…
How I Went from Civil Engineering to Front-End Engineer in 5 Months
Learning to code so that you can land a job in tech can feel daunting. That’s why we’re sharing inspiring stories from Codecademy’s community — to show how people like you (yes, you!) can embark on a learning journey and end up with a totally new career. We hope these stories serve as a reminder…
What Does a Data Scientist Do?
If you’re not sure what a Data Scientist does, you’re not alone. At a high-level, a data scientist collects and analyzes large amounts of data to find useful patterns and insights. They use tools like statistics, coding, and data visualization to help businesses make smarter decisions. In this article, Catherine Zhou, a Data Scientist at…
6 Popular Use Cases for Building AI Skills – What the C-Suite Wants You...
AI is no longer a niche skill — it’s a strategic priority. This is especially true for key use cases and industries. In fact, 45% of C-Suite leaders say AI and machine learning skills are their top areas to upskill in 2025, according to Skillsoft’s C-Suite Perspectives Report. Companies know it’s no longer just about…













