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    How to Become a Software Developer in 2024

    If you’re looking to become a software developer in 2024, you can encounter a wealth of opportunities. As you set foot on this career path, you need to understand the essential software development skills and nuances of a role in coding.
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    Why The Winter Holidays Are a Great Time for a Career Change–And How to Make It Happen This Year

    With all the gift giving, matzo ball making, and festive celebrating we do during the twilight of the year, career development often goes overlooked. But the winter holidays are an ideal time to start or advance a career change–for nearly every type of role in tech!
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    What Every Job Seeker Should Have on Their New Career Wishlist This Holiday Season

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    Fastest-Growing STEM Tech Jobs in 2024 and Beyond

    Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are major factors in the maintenance and development of healthcare, the environment, infrastructure, education, the economy, space exploration, national security, agriculture, the tech industry, and innovation. As a result, advancements in STEM not only shape our world and drive progress but also offer lucrative opportunities for individuals with skills in these areas.
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    How to Turn Soft Skills Into a Cybersecurity Job

    Soft skills are becoming increasingly valuable in cybersecurity jobs, along with education from skills-based tech bootcamps and industry certifications. Learn how to leverage transferable and soft skills into cybersecurity roles.
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    5 Reasons to Make a Career Change Into Tech this Fall

    January and February are two of the best months to look for jobs due to the likelihood of less competition, more open positions, and higher earning potential at the start of a new year. As such, fall is a great time to prepare for a career move.
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    Tech Job Interview Prep for Recent Graduates

    What is a tech interview, and how can a graduate prepare effectively? Learn about questions, materials, practical tips, and resources for tech interview prep.
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    Tech Salary Negotiation Tips for Your Upcoming Career

    Earning a tech salary that reflects the value of your skills is important. Discover tech salary negotiation tips to help you receive fair compensation.
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    Women in Tech

    5 Strategies Proven to Attract and Recruit Women Tech Professionals

    Organizations throughout the tech industry have identified several factors and strategies proven to boost women’s representation in the field—as well as increase their earning potential, foster a sense of belonging, and ultimately retain women in the tech field to power a more equitable future.
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    What Is Penetration Testing? Skills and Uses

    Detecting vulnerabilities is essential to cybersecurity. Discover what penetration testing is, various testing approaches, and skills to work in the field.
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    Data Analytics

    Data Analytics for Beginners: Tips for Getting Started

    Discover the career opportunities available in the exciting field of data analytics. Explore our tips on how to get started in data analytics for beginners.
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    5 Ways to Use the Summer Months to Advance Your Career

    While summer is notorious for being a slow time in the professional world, don’t let the warm weather fool you into putting aside your individual career goals. If you’re trying to get promoted, craving a career change, or just seeking professional development, summer can be the perfect time to invest in your career.
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