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With only a mere 19% of the UK tech workforce comprising women, there’s still a long way to go in order to make the IT and Digital sector an inclusive space for all. Worldwide, it’s a little under 40%. With not enough young women taking up STEM subjects in school and a reputation for male dominance in the sector, there’s a huge shortage of smart and capable women looking to enter a career in Tech. 
 

The Training Room | 25/01/2022 16:00:00

With both work from home and permanently remote work becoming increasingly common it’s predicted that by 2028, 78% of all teams will include fully-remote workers. And for those of you either looking to train as a Web Developer or wanting to explore alternative options to working from an office - there are plenty of opportunities to work remotely with the talent pool for developers being so limited and the remote job market booming!

The Training Room | 28/12/2021 09:00:00

We love to hear back from our students and see them excelling within their desired careers! We recently caught up with our former Software Developement student Lewis who has recently landed himself a job as a GIS Technician quickly after finishing off his course with us. Find out more about our Lewis' journey, motivations and success story below:  

The Training Room | 21/12/2021 09:00:00

Today, 80% of the tech workforce is made up of men. But did you know that the work of women played a pivotal role in laying down the foundations of today's modern technology? From working as human computers (advanced mathematicians prior to the invention of actual computers as we know them today), helping to form programming languages, programming the first digital computers, and championing advanced technology used in aeronautics and space research.

The Training Room | 23/11/2021 13:00:00

If you want to translate your love for IT and Tech into a future career, it can take some time to mind map your ideas and think about which specific field to enter. You might be more creative than a problem-solver, or perhaps you're not the best when it comes to communications, but you know how to write clear, precise code and implement it well.

The Training Room | 15/11/2021 14:00:00

Whether you’re just getting started as a web or software developer, looking for helpful resources to boost your knowledge or dabbling in programming - it’s worthwhile to find social media accounts that strengthen your overall understanding. It’s fun to explore the perspective of developers worldwide through social media and discover handy solutions, tools and ways in which to optimise your code for its intended use! 

The Training Room | 11/10/2021 09:00:00

In 2021, you would think that acquiring skills, knowledge and overall training of working effectively with digital would be a top priority for those entering the job market. After all, digital skills are required within 82% of all online job advertisements within the UK and 92% of businesses state that at least a basic level of digital skills is a necessity within their companies.

The Training Room | 09/08/2021 10:00:00

Looking for a Tech-based position with opportunities to learn an abundance of new, highly-needed skills? A career in Software Development can unlock a wealth of stimulating, well-paid and rewarding job prospects for those looking to try something new. A Software Developer is the creative force and brains behind operating systems such as your laptop, smartphone and gaming systems.

The Training Room | 02/08/2021 09:00:00

Becoming a Web Developer is one of the best positions out there for job-security, enhancing your analytical and creative thinking. There’s plenty of opportunities for professional development on top of feeling fulfilled, happy and receiving a first-rate salary in your job! While learning to become a Web Developer, you’ll attain a broad range of skills to grasp the fundamentals, elevate your career growth and establish yourself as a fully fledged Web Developer.

The Training Room | 26/07/2021 10:00:00

Thinking about a career in Tech but don’t know whether it’s attainable or right for you? With women still being so under-represented in the Digital space, there’s a lot of room for gender diversity, female input and rearranging the narrative around working in Tech and IT. We want to shine a positive spotlight on some of the excellent aspects of working in the sector can bring to your professional development but also enhancing your overall growth and abilities.

The Training Room | 21/07/2021 10:00:00