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The Evolution of Bootcamps in the Last 10 Years

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Nov. 15 2023
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Alana Walker

Tech bootcamps, now widespread, have evolved significantly since the early 2010s. Lighthouse Labs' Admissions Director, Josh Shaman, provides insights.

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Canada’s Growing Tech Scene

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Aug. 10 2023
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Alana Walker

Toronto has long led the charge when it comes to known tech hubs in Canada, but other cities are now making their entrance. Read about how Canada is making its mark on the global tech scene.

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What Is Cybersecurity, And What Does It Involve?

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Apr. 28 2023
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Alana Walker

Breaches, extortion, and data theft, oh my! Cybersecurity is a rapidly-expanding field, with unemployment in the last decade being virtually non-existent, but what the heck is it? We break it down from basics to how you can protect yourself and your data and the best jobs for those looking to join this exciting career.

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How much do web developers make in Canada?

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Apr. 19 2023
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Alana Walker

Salary is one of the top concerns of job hunters and those looking to get into web development may wonder just what the stakes are. We break down salary ranges by position, location, and seniority to help you decide if a web development career is right for you.

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Happy International Women's Day!

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Mar. 08 2023
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Alana Walker

Women are transforming the tech industry and Lighthouse Labs is committed to helping them do so. Read about how we're making sure the doors are wide open for women to start and advance their tech careers.

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Understanding Data Analyst Salaries in Canada

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Dec. 15 2022
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Alana Walker

The need for data analysts is skyrocketing, but what can those who enter the field in Canada expect to earn? We break down expected salary ranges for entry to senior level and which provinces and cities pay more.

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How to Learn Machine Learning

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Nov. 29 2022
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Alana Walker

Whether you've never touched a coding project, or your well into your data career and ready to grow, learning machine learning can be a challenging, yet rewarding task. Read the blog to see how you can get started with machine learning and where it can take you.

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Deep Learning vs Machine Learning - Lighthouse Labs

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Nov. 23 2022
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Alana Walker

What is the difference between machine learning and deep learning? Are they the same or similar? We break down machine learning and its subsidiary, deep learning plus where these two technologies will take us in the future.

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An interview with Lighthouse Labs’ own, Olivia Kim

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Nov. 08 2022
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Alana Walker

We sat down with Olivia Kim, Lighthouse Labs' Marketing Data Analyst to talk about her journey from municipal research assistant to data professional.

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Machine Learning (ML) vs. AI

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Oct. 17 2022
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Alana Walker

We break down the differences between Machine Learning and AI while discussing where these two technologies have and will take us.

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Coding vs Programming: Top Differences

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Jul. 12 2021
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Alana Walker

When the average person hears about coding and programming, they assume both terms are interchangeable. Although they do overlap, coding and programming are not the same thing.

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Canada Online Coding Courses Overview

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Jun. 02 2015
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Alana Walker

There are many ways to learn how to code in Canada. From bootcamps and degrees to self-guided free courses, we've broken down all of the options.

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