After a turbulent beginning of 2023, it seems that tech layoffs have somewhat leveled off. If you’re in tech, keeping track of layoffs in your industry is always a good idea; if they’re spiking, that’s an excel…
The buzz around artificial intelligence (A.I.) continues to rise. But is that buzz translating into a huge A.I. job market? That’s a big question for software engineers, software developers, and anyone else who…
GitHub’s annual State of the Octoverse breaks down the most popular languages on the world’s largest code repository. Given GitHub’s size, the fastest-growing and most popular languages on the platform are, by…
Training your replacement is always a difficult job, especially for a leadership role. Any successful training requires an ideal mix of soft and technical skills, and that’s before you consider the time needed…
While having a diversified set of tech skills is a must-have, so-called soft skills are increasingly necessary for both businesses and employees to grow and thrive. As our world continues to evolve, innovate, a…
In May 2022, Google adjusted its performance review system, aiming to give employees more chances for promotion and career development. How has that revamp worked out, and what does it mean for anyone aspiring…
The recruiting environment has changed over the past few years. Notably low unemployment in the technology sector has translated into lots of open positions, and technology professionals with the right mix of s…
If you’re involved in the tech industry in any capacity, much of your day is probably devoted to technical work of some kind. When you’re applying for new jobs, you want to make sure your resume and other appli…
If you’re a tech professional on the other side of 50, you’re probably wondering whether the dreaded specter of ageism will come into play at some point—if it hasn’t already. Fortunately, there are great option…
A SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis will give you a broader awareness of your abilities and expose hidden opportunities. Let’s look at how to conduct an effective career SWOT anal…
Open source is an immensely important aspect of many tech professionals’ jobs. Open source projects and software power tech stacks all over the world. For tech professionals, open source also provides a valuabl…
From improving the lives of millions to customizing a Disney resort experience - there’s a team for that You know the products. You likely even own one or two (or ten). From Kindle to Alexa, Amazon’s impressive…