The 5 Things Hiring Managers Want to See in an Entry-Level Tech Candidate
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…
How Project Managers Conquer Challenges & Deliver Results
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…
How I Went From Bartending to Junior Front-End Developer in 9 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…
6 AAPI Technologists To Follow on Social Media For Career Inspo & More
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.…
How To Talk About Your Professional Accomplishments (& Not Feel Awkward)
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…
6 Genius Ways to Showcase Your Coding Projects
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…
How To Make A Portfolio When You Don’t Have “Enough” Work To Show
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. …
Can ChatGPT Help Your Job Search? Here’s What Recruiters Say
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…
7 Careers You Can Have In Generative AI & Machine Learning
It’s an exciting time for artificial intelligence (AI). We’re still a long way from the sentient robots you see in movies like Ex Machina and The Terminator, but with the rise of large language models and scarily-impressive programs like ChatGPT and DALL-E, the question on everyone’s mind is: Will AI replace our jobs? Experts say:…
Want A Job In AI? Here Are The Languages & Skills to Learn
The rise of AI technology like ChatGPT is revolutionizing not only how we do our jobs, but also what types of jobs we can get. For budding technologists or job seekers, the AI boom means there are even more opportunities to have careers that touch this cutting-edge tech field. In the past year, the number…
