The best reason for leaving your current job is because you’re looking to grow in ways that the new job offers. In a perfect world, that’d always be the case. But sometimes the honest reason — layoffs, burnout, feeling stagnant, toxic bosses, a challenging industry, or changing careers — doesn’t sound as compelling. You can still answer this question in a way that casts you in your best light.   Think of this interview question as a way to talk about your past work experience and what you’re looking for in your next role. Here’s how a hiring manager and recruiter recommend describing your ..read more

May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and the 2024 theme is all about paying homage to AAPI leaders who’ve driven progress through innovation.   From groundbreaking inventions to transformative advancements, AAPI individuals have played a pivotal role in shaping the technological landscape of America. Despite facing cultural and systemic challenges, AAPI innovators’ resilience and a pioneering spirit has revolutionized industries and enriched society.  As we celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, we want to recognize and honor the trailblazers who invented and developed ..read more

Hiring managers can quickly discern whether a candidate has applied to numerous companies without investing much thought into why, or if they’re genuinely interested in a particular role. And while applying to jobs is a “numbers game” to an extent, you should approach every job interview with a clear idea of how the job aligns with your individual goals.  It’s standard for interviewers to ask you to describe what you’re looking for in your next role. Simply reciting the job description is not going to win you points. Neither will focusing on the job title, salary, or benefits — of course ..read more

Still get excited about a summer reading list? Us too! May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and as you kick off the summer season, you can also expand your knowledge of tech history by reading books written about AAPI issues and by AAPI authors.   Ahead we’ve put together a list of tech-centric books we think any code aficionado should read this May. Some of these books are devour-in-one-sitting reads, while others will earn a permanent spot on your desk. We hope these titles help you develop a heightened appreciation for the AAPI technologists who paved the way and ..read more

Talking through your coding questions or roadblocks is one of the best ways to overcome them. And while a quick chat with your teammate or a rubber duck typically does the trick, there’s a faster and more interactive way to make progress and work through problems as you learn: the AI Learning Assistant.  We’ve combined our AI-powered learning tools into one entity that you can chat with and receive personalized guidance in a conversational way. The AI Learning Assistant can correctly interpret how much progress you’ve made in a particular exercise and generate unique advice that’s specifi ..read more

In honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month this May, we’re celebrating Asian American developers who’ve built useful and entertaining applications that bolster and give back to the Asian American community in some capacity. Whether you’re looking for a way to order Asian grocery items or want to expand your knowledge of anime or Native Hawaiian history, here are five apps to download to show your support. Timeless Growing up with a grandmother with Alzheimer’s, Emma Yang saw firsthand how the illness can affect families and caregivers. As a resourceful programmer, Emma sought to build ..read more

To borrow a trite, yet totally true, saying: It takes a village to raise a developer. Okay, we changed the quote a little bit, but the sentiment is spot-on. The tech industry can be tricky to navigate, especially for self-taught programmers and folks from non-traditional backgrounds who may not have access to some of the resources and opportunities you’d find in college. And it’s not just the technical stuff you have to learn — there are whiteboard interviews, corporate cultures (and subcultures), and soft skills you’ll need as you take on more leadership and responsibility. That’s one of the ..read more

If you didn’t know anything about cloud computing, the job title “Cloud Architect” would sound like a total oxymoron: how do you design something amorphous? In tech, of course, the cloud is not nebulous at all — it’s made up of complex services that are conducted over the internet.   Much like an Architect who designs a building, Cloud Architects use their expertise to design an organization’s cloud system and oversee its implementation. This mid- to senior-level role requires a combination of technical expertise and strong soft skills like leadership and communication. As remote work bec ..read more

So, you want to work in cloud computing. Good call! The cloud field is growing, and an estimated 70% of enterprises will use cloud platforms by 2027. You can start honing your cloud skills now so you can stand out in the job market and go after rewarding and lucrative cloud roles like Cloud Engineer.  With so many cloud certification programs out there, it’s tough to know where to start and what’s worth your time (and money). Our new free cloud courses are designed to give you the foundational skills you need to pursue popular cloud certifications. These video-based courses will improve y ..read more

If you’re looking for a tech job, having some cloud computing skills under your belt will help you stand out. In Skillsoft’s 2023 IT Skills & Salary Report, 82% of IT decision-makers said that their organization’s demand for cloud computing skills is increasing, and it’s the second most important investment focus behind AI and machine learning.   Curious what types of careers you can have in cloud technology? Ahead we’ll break down some common jobs, their responsibilities, and the typical roadmap people follow. Keep in mind that lots of cloud careers require additional certificat ..read more