Deciding what skills to include on your developer resume
Every day, developers become more and more integral to our society. Businesses rely on developers to build and maintain their websites and applications, financial institutions need devs to help manage their massive databases, etc.Our global reliance on developers means that they have one of the fastest-growing job markets — projected by the U.S. Bureau of…
What is a QA engineer and what do they do?
If you’re learning about the world of software development, you may have read something about QA engineers. But what is a QA engineer exactly, and why are they so important?In this article, we’ll look at software development through the eyes of a QA engineer and understand more about this key role.What is quality assurance?The first…
How to become a front-end developer without a degree
Changing careers is a big deal. It’s not uncommon to have a few different jobs in your lifetime and want the next one to be better than the last. Software engineering and front-end developers are in high demand — but can you become a front-end developer without a degree? The answer is yes. And if…
6 high-paying remote tech jobs
Whether you're interested in freelancing, contracting, or working full-time, you can work from home. The tech industry has truly embraced remote work, not only because of the prevalence of virtual collaboration tools but because a remote workforce enables the employment of the best and brightest from all over the world.Maybe you got a taste of…
10 tips for working on a dev team
Whether you're a new or seasoned developer, you'll need to know how to work on a dev team. Some developers prefer to work alone — believing that they're more efficient while working independently — but an effective team is more than just the sum of its parts. Plus, there are several reasons why you might…
What does a cybersecurity analyst do?
Monster.com, one of the leading job listing sites, recently reported that the unemployment rate for cybersecurity analysts is 0%. Yes, zero percent. So, if you want to push your career in that direction, you're making a good decision. However, this begs the question: What does a cybersecurity analyst do? Below, we'll break down what a…
What programming languages are used in cybersecurity?
Understanding coding languages as a cybersecurity professional is essential so you can "speak" the language of those you're trying to defend an organization from. But, it can be hard to know which one you should learn when you're just starting out in the field. Even though hundreds of programming languages are used worldwide, only a…
Navigating the tech industry as a woman: Stories from the Women in Tech Panel
Today, the tech industry is more diverse than ever, but there’s still more work to be done. That’s why last week, we went live with a panel of talented women from the Codecademy team and our larger community to learn more about what it’s like to navigate the tech industry as a woman.Hosted by Codecademy…
What is the purpose of a resume?
A resume is used to get a job, right? Well, kind of. It won't automatically get you the job, but it can help you obtain an interview. Whether or not you actually get the job will depend on how well your skills match those required for the role and how well you perform during behavioral…
11 tips for overcoming impostor syndrome from the Codecademy team
Do you find yourself doubting your abilities or having a hard time taking pride in your accomplishments? If so, you might be experiencing impostor syndrome. But, on the bright side, you're not alone.Impostor syndrome is incredibly prevalent. Research around the topic shows that up to 82% of people experience it at some point. For many,…
