Finding a Job

One of the hardest things about landing your first job in tech is meeting the experience requirements for entry-level positions. Even with top-notch coding skills and a growing portfolio of projects, you’ll need to show recruiters that you’ve got what it takes to do the job. When we recently interviewed hiring managers for entry-level tech…

Whether you’re a new grad soaking up the pomp and circumstance of graduation season, or you recently earned a Codecademy professional certificate in a career path — congrats! Every step that takes you closer to your goal of working in tech is worth celebrating.  Entering the job market at any stage of your life is…

If you’re applying for your first entry-level tech position, deciphering what a hiring manager really wants to see in your application or hear in an interview can feel like trying to read someone’s mind. “Getting a job in tech seems like a black box for anyone not in tech,” says Mariya Chekmarova, Senior UX Research…

There are a lot of different roles in software development, and not all of them are technical. In Agile teams, Product Managers oversee the development of software products, and Project Managers are responsible for specific aspects or elements of those products. While technical skills can come in handy, these roles are mainly responsible for ensuring…

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…

Social media is not just for mindlessly scrolling cat videos when you need a break from coding (though, nothing motivates quite like a good cat video). It’s a resource that can help you land your dream job, find inspiration for your next coding project, and build a community of devs who could become future collaborators.…

It’s a simple prompt that can make even the most talented people sweat: Tell me about yourself. Whether you’re interviewing for your dream job or attending your first team stand-up meeting, introducing yourself and talking about your own achievements can be stressful.  How can you possibly distill the nuances of your professional story and accomplishments…

Completing a coding project is hugely rewarding, and then comes the daunting part: sharing your project with other people. Opening up your hard work to other people’s criticism feels both exciting and vulnerable. You might be thinking, what if people aren’t into the idea, find bugs, or can’t get the code to work?! The thing…

Your portfolio is supposed to give hiring managers and potential employers a snapshot of your greatest hits — but that can look very different depending on your career and experience. A seasoned dev’s portfolio might include impressive product launches at well-known brands, while someone who’s new to tech only has practice projects to pull from. …

Applying to jobs is notoriously a “numbers game” — the more resumes and applications you get out, the better your chances supposedly are of landing a gig. Resourceful job seekers are turning to new technology to help streamline the tedious application process: ChatGPT. With the free AI chatbot, you can produce a polished resume and…