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33 Coding Programs for Women & Girls (Plus 9 Scholarships)

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Getting into tech totally changed the course of my life and career, so I can personally attest that getting more women coding, and making coding programs for women more accessible, is so, so important. 💖

Even though it’s still a male-dominated industry, the landscape of tech is slowly changing. There are so many women’s coding bootcamps, scholarships for women in technology, and all kinds of coding classes for women out there now.

For those itching to start at a young age,

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How to Make a Midlife Career Change to Programming (13 Tips)

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“Tech is a young person’s game” is something I hear a lot. I get emails from readers and podcast listeners who are considering learning to code at 40+ or making a career change to programming at 40, 50, 60, or beyond, and are wondering: am I too old to be a programmer?

That’s one question I’ll NEVER answer with a “yes.”

Because if you’re interested in starting a career in IT at 40+,

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How Long Does It Take to Learn Coding? (Plus Tips to Learn Faster)

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How long does it take to learn coding skills? It’s different for everyone, but this article will give you a ballpark estimate of what to expect as you start your journey. 

We include real-life examples from people who’ve learned to code (often completely from scratch and with other responsibilities) and secured jobs so you can plan for how long it might take you.

🚦 As a starting point, let’s look at the results of the CareerKarma and Replit survey,

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The 12 Best Places for Tech Jobs in the U.S.

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Finding your dream tech job isn’t just about luck—it’s also about factors totally within your control. There are so many things you can do to set yourself up for success. For instance, if you don’t live in one of the best places for tech jobs, that’s something you can change!

Learning the skills, creating a resume and portfolio that wows, and honing your interview skills are all crucial pieces of the puzzle.

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What Is a Systems Administrator? Skills, Responsibilities, Salary & More

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What is a system administrator and what does a sysadmin do exactly? 

➡️ Systems administrators, also known as sysadmins or systems admins, are IT professionals that are responsible for an organization’s computer systems.

From general upkeep and maintenance, to configuration, troubleshooting, installing IT resources, performing backup and recovery tasks, and much more, system administrator jobs involve a lot of responsibilities!

In this post, I’ll give an introduction to the role of an IT systems administrator — what the job involves,

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