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  How Joshua Became a Cyber Security Analyst After Flatiron School

  

  Jess Feldman

  Updated on November 19, 2024

  Joshua Obeng left a job with no momentum to pursue an expansive career in cybersecurity. Joshua shares what he learned as a student and mentor in the Cybersecurity Bootcamp at Flatiron School, and how his training and education prepared him to pass the CompTIA Security+ exam. Now a year out from bootcamp gr...

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  Are Cybersecurity Bootcamps Worth It?

  

  Jess Feldman

  Updated on March 17, 2025

  Are cybersecurity bootcamps worth it? For those seeking to enter this growing and essential field, the answer is a resounding yes! Reputable cybersecurity bootcamps offer immersive training that can equip career changers with the skills, certifications, career support, and experience they need to land entry-level or mid-level cyber and IT roles, even in a competitive job market. Find out the typ...

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  5 Cyber Security Bootcamps with Job Guarantees

  

  Jess Feldman

  Updated on February 12, 2025

  The (ISC)2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study estimates there are 3.4 million cybersecurity job vacancies worldwide, spurring a high demand for cybersecurity, networking, and IT professionals. Cybersecurity bootcamps are heeding t...

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  Launching a Tech Career with CMU TechBridge Coding Bootcamp

  

  Jess Feldman

  Updated on November 6, 2024

  With the continued growth of tech jobs, Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) TechBridge Coding Bootcamp (in association with TalentSprint) prepares its learners for in-demand tech roles in software developm...

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  Why Xavier Upskilled with a General Assembly Short Course

  

  Jess Feldman

  Updated on November 4, 2024

  Editor’s note: General Assembly stopped accepting new consumer enrollments on April 28, 2026. This article describes programs and experiences from before that change. Read General Assembly’s official notice. Xavier Chambers was a self-taught graphic designer when his employer offered the opportunity to take a short course at Gener...

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  October 2024 Coding Bootcamp News

  

  Jess Feldman

  Updated on October 30, 2024

  There was a real stir-up in the OPM world this October, and we’ll also be diving into workforce development initiatives that are gaining steam in the U.S. As we near Election Day, we’re taking a look at what presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump envision for skills-based hiring. Plus, we’ll let you know about the latest coding bootcamp fundraises (including one $150M Series F!)...

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  Learning Cybersecurity at 4Geeks Academy

  

  Jess Feldman

  Updated on October 22, 2024

  The Cybersecurity Bootcamp at 4Geeks Academy includes strict adherence to ISO 27001 practices, lifetime career support, and a...

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  How to Optimize Your UX Design Resume for AI Roles

  

  Jennifer Inglis

  Updated on October 17, 2024

  If you’re a UX/UI designer, incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) tools into your skillset is an excellent way to ensure that the experiences you design are easy-to-use, intuitive, and modern. But how can you reflect your new AI skills on your UX resume? There are actually 7 tricks to optimize your UX design resume and LinkedIn to show recruiters and hiring managers that you’re comfortable...

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  From Entertainment to Cybersecurity Specialist with Lighthouse Labs

  

  Jess Feldman

  Updated on October 15, 2024

  Nathan Cordeiro had a career in live entertainment before pivoting to explore his lifelong interest in security. After a careful review of cybersecurity bootcamps, Nathan landed on Lighthouse Labs, thanks to their highly reputable instructors, comprehensive curriculum, and strong Canadian presence. He passed the CompTIA Security+ exam on his first try just two days after graduating from Lighthou...

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  3 AI Tools to Know Before Your First Tech Interview

  

  Jennifer Inglis

  Updated on October 7, 2024

  With the steep increase in the use of AI in all facets of tech, including software development, sales, or marketing, tools like ChatGPT, Github CoPilot, and Llama 3.1 are reshaping the way developers create and program software and solve problems. In fact, it’s estimated that by 2030, the adoption of AI will add $15.7 trillion to the global economy, and...

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