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5 Ways Adult Students Benefit From Online Learning
Over the last decade, online learning has risen in popularity, and it doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. In fact, the online education market is expected to grow 17% by 2030, according to Vantage Market Research.
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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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How Fullstack Works
6 Tips for Balancing Tech Bootcamp While Working Full-Time
Compared to traditional degree programs, tech bootcamps offer lower tuition, shorter completion times, and various support services, making them an attractive option for full-time workers. Here are six tips to help you balance your full-time job while attending a tech bootcamp.
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How Fullstack Works
Time Management Tips for Tech Bootcamp Students
Online tech bootcamps are rigorous, accelerated career training programs designed to provide you with an immersive deep dive into highly technical fields. Due to the fast-paced nature of these programs, managing your time effectively during a bootcamp plays a key role in your success.
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Job & Career Advice
6 Tips for Creating an Effective Study Space
As educators, we know there are many factors that contribute to academic performance, like teaching style, class size, and managing other obligations. While all of these things undoubtedly play an essential role in academic success, one factor students often overlook is their study environment.
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How Fullstack Works
A Guide to Test-Driven Development
While many organizations have struggled to find the right balance between quality and speed, test-driven development (TDD) has emerged as a methodology that may be able to accomplish both. Read on to gain a deeper understanding of TDD and how it benefits software development.
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How Fullstack Works
Active Learning: What Is It and What Are the Benefits?
Active learning has become popularly recognized as a powerful approach that goes beyond passive listening and memorization to engage students. Read on to learn how active learning not only fosters knowledge retention, but also helps develop soft skills and build confidence on the individual level.
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5 LGBTQ+ Innovators in Tech You Should Know
Diversity in tech is critical to driving global innovation. Learn about five of the most influential LGBTQ+ tech pioneers and how they helped shape the modern digital landscape.
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Job & Career Advice
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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Understanding the Computer Requirements for Coding Bootcamp
A computer with enough processing power, memory, and storage is essential for The Grace Hopper Program student success. Follow our step-by-step guide to check your computer specifications and determine if you need a new computer for bootcamp.
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Job & Career Advice
5 Ways to Care For Your Mental Health While Job Searching
Whether you’re a recent graduate looking for your first job or a seasoned professional ready to make a change, it’s critical to prioritize your mental health while job hunting. Read on to learn a few tips on caring for your mental health while searching for your next role.
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Job & Career Advice
4 Things Companies Can Do to Help Close the Gender Pay Gap
The Pew Research Center reports that the total yearly earnings gap between genders is still virtually unchanged over the past two decades. According to their most recent analysis, women earned an average of 82% of what men earned in 2022. These results are similar to the 2002 gender pay gap, when women earned 80% as much as men.
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