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This 22-Year-Old Programmer Taught Herself To Code & Launched 2 Startups

Plus, her advice for programmers who want to become entrepreneurs.

Cory Stieg Cory Stieg
Career Advice

4 Misconceptions About Working In IT — & What It’s Really Like

For starters, IT isn’t just fixing computers.

Cory Stieg Cory Stieg
Career Advice

Cool Job: I’m A Senior IT Manager For Engineers At Urban Outfitters & Free People

There’s more to IT than you might think. Here are the skills that an IT manager in retail e-commerce needs.

Cory Stieg Cory Stieg
Career Advice

Want To Get A Job In IT? Here's How To Break Into The Field

Here’s what it takes to get an entry-level job in IT.

Cory Stieg Cory Stieg
Career Advice

7 Popular Jobs In Machine Learning

Explore popular roles that use machine learning and get advice on how you can start your machine learning career today.

Codecademy Team Codecademy Team
Learning to code

5 Best Python Books For Beginners To Help You On Your Coding Journey

Want to learn Python? Programming books are a great supplement to your coursework. Check out this list of the best Python books.

Jacob Johnson Jacob Johnson
Career Advice

First Job In Tech? Here's How To Navigate Employee Stock Options

Here’s how this exciting (and confusing) part of your benefits package works.

Cory Stieg Cory Stieg
Career Advice

Cool Job: I’m A Google Engineer & I Lead Google’s Web Accessibility Standards

How NM Dayton landed a Google internship that turned into a full-time job as a SWE in accessibility standards.

Cory Stieg Cory Stieg
Career Advice

What To Include In A Junior Developer Portfolio — & Why You Need One

Land an interview for your dream job as a Junior Developer with an eye-catching portfolio.

Michael Klein
Career Advice

How To Set Yourself Up For A Promotion In Tech

Wondering how to get promoted? Here are some tips for how to ask for a promotion, plan your career growth, and illustrate your impact.

Jacob Johnson Jacob Johnson
Career Advice

7 Apps That Will Help You Set Work-Life Boundaries

These apps will help you manage your time and responsibilities, create better habits, and improve your work-life balance.

Jacob Johnson Jacob Johnson
Career Advice

8 Common Problems You’ll Face In Your First Job As A Developer (& How To Solve Them)

Learn how to deal with problems like increasing productivity, context switching, and dealing with impostor syndrome as a new developer.

Jacob Johnson Jacob Johnson
Career Advice

5 Soft Skills To Learn (& Show Off) To Land A Job In Tech

Technical skills open the door, but soft skills are what allow you to succeed and excel in your role. Here are 5 of the top soft skills for tech jobs.

Jacob Johnson Jacob Johnson
Learning to code

Here’s What Flow State Is & How To Achieve It While Coding

You’ve probably experienced this in-the-zone sensation before.

Cory Stieg Cory Stieg
Culture

5 Cool Coding Facts You Might Not Know

Learn interesting facts about coding, including why we use the term “computer bug.” Spoiler: It involves an actual live bug.

Michael Klein
Career Advice

5 Ways To Maintain Work-Life Balance When You WFH

Including useful Slack and calendar features that will make your life easier.

Cory Stieg Cory Stieg
News and events

5 Apps Made By Asian American Developers For The AAPI Community

Download these useful apps to support Asian American developers.

Cory Stieg Cory Stieg
Career Advice

How Much Does A Python Developer Make?

Python Developers can be in the group of highest-paid developers out there. But several factors can influence how much you’ll earn in this role.

Stephan Miller Stephan Miller
Career Advice

How To Make Your Data Scientist Cover Letter Stand Out

Here’s what to include in your Data Scientist cover letter, including a fully written example.

Michael Klein
Career Advice

How To Brag Better In A Job Interview

Want to make a good impression with a potential employer? Here, we’ll show you how to talk about yourself in an interview.

Jacob Johnson Jacob Johnson
Learning to code

How To Choose A JavaScript Framework For Beginners

These are the beginner-friendly JavaScript frameworks you’ll want to learn next.

Cory Stieg Cory Stieg
Career Advice

How To Become An AI Engineer

AI engineering is a fast-growing industry. Learn about the skills you’ll need to become an AI Engineer and tips to launch your career.

Adam Carpenter Adam Carpenter
Culture

6 Ways To Be A More Environmentally Friendly Programmer (Yes, That's A Thing)

We all have a role to play in the fight against climate change. Here are 6 ways programmers and developers can make tech more eco-friendly.

Jacob Johnson Jacob Johnson
Culture

6 Desk Setups On Instagram That Will Give You Workspace Envy

You’ll want to organize your desk after seeing these setups.

Cory Stieg Cory Stieg
Culture

8 Green Apps That Help You Live A More Sustainable Life

These green apps make it easy to lead more sustainable, eco-friendly lifestyles.

Jacob Johnson Jacob Johnson
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