Learn Essential Professional Skills in 70+ New Free Courses
The most in-demand skills in today’s workplace have nothing to do with AI or programming concepts — they’re communication, customer service, and leadership. In an AI-driven world where many technical tasks can be automated, employers are giving more weight to people skills like communication, empathy, and critical thinking. According to the World Economic Forum, employees…
6 Phrases That Make You a Better Communicator
Seeing “several people are typing…” in a Slack channel can feel unnerving. We all want to be intentional when crafting messages to our teammates, because we all want to be heard and respected. (And sometimes, that takes writing and revising a message a few times until it’s just right.) Communication, whether via instant messages or…
What Does a Technical Writer Do?
If you want to work in tech but prefer writing words to code, technical writing could be your dream job. To learn more about what a Technical Writer actually does (and how much writing and/or coding is involved) we asked Mike Jang, a Technical Writer for over 20 years who’s currently a Principal Technical Writer…
8 Tips For Applying To Jobs In Tech If You’re Really Busy
If you’ve ever applied for jobs before, you know it can basically be a full-time job in and of itself. And it’s a long process that can sometimes take months. Right now, you might be having an especially difficult time finding a job. A recent survey from ZipRecruiter found that it took workers longer to…
I Have 20 Years of Web Architect Experience — Here’s What I’m Learning Next
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…
9 Tech Organizations that Support the LGBTQ+ Community
This Pride Month, we’re taking a moment to share some tech organizations that are doing awesome work to support and uplift the LGTBQ+ community. We know that coding and learning technical skills can often feel like a solitary activity, whether you’re learning from home or working remotely. The antidote? Having a strong community of like-minded…
How To Tell If You’re “Proficient In Excel” & How To Get Better
Seeing “proficient in Microsoft Excel” listed on a job description can be confusing, even if you regularly use the Microsoft spreadsheet software. Considering the vast uses for Excel, how can you tell if you’re truly “proficient” enough to be considered for a role? For starters, read the job description closely. If Excel proficiency is listed…
How I Went from Pharmaceutical Research to Data Analysis in 3 Years
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 to Communicate Entry-Level Salary Expectations
It’s normal to get a bit squeamish talking about money, especially if you’re going for your first tech job and are excited about even getting in the door. But handling discussions about your salary expectations with confidence early on can help you land a better offer. Here’s how to prepare for the salary expectations question…
Why Talking About Your Weaknesses Helps You in a Job Interview
You’re trying your best to make a good impression, but then the interviewer asks, “What is your greatest weakness?” We asked a recruiter and hiring manager for technical roles how to talk about your weaknesses without torpedoing your chances of getting the job or being disingenuous. The first step towards answering this common question is…
