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Transitioning from IT Security to Cyber Security

Students
Dec. 18 2023
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Alana Walker

Discover how to transition from IT security to cyber security, including key skills, certifications, and insights for a successful career change.

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10 Reasons to Hire a Tech Grad From Lighthouse Labs

Students
Dec. 08 2023
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Alana Walker

See how our grads are the best match for your company and why they're more than ready to jump into tech.

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How Does Spotify Wrapped Work?

Students
Nov. 29 2023
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Alana Walker

'Tis the season: snow falls, hot chocolate flows, Mariah Carey tops charts, and your Spotify Wrapped is here!

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The Evolution of Bootcamps in the Last 10 Years

General
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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What is Machine Learning

Students
Nov. 02 2023
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Alana Walker

Machine learning (ML) has revolutionized multiple industries, from human resources to supply chain management and finance.

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Harnessing Data Science for Social Impact in 2024

Students
Oct. 25 2023
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Alana Walker

Data can do a whole lot of good. Across the globe, nonprofits, NGOs, and data and investment firms are working together to bring about data driven social change.

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Cyber Security and AI: Challenges and Opportunities

Students
Oct. 06 2023
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Alana Walker

AI panic is real - especially for those who feel its rapid development threatens their jobs. Like every new technology, AI comes with risks. But it’s not all bad news, especially not for cyber security professionals who could use artificial intelligence to elevate their careers.

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Recapping the Elevate Conference: 3 Reasons Why You Need to Stop Hiring to Grow Your Business by Jeremy Shaki, CEO and Abu Batasi, Director of Sales

Community
Oct. 06 2023
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Alana Walker

Our CEO, Jeremy Shaki, and Head of Sales, Abu Batasi tackled three reasons why sometimes it’s more beneficial to invest in current talent than to hire anew.

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What skills do I need for a career in tech?

Students
Sep. 29 2023
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By
Alana Walker

Choosing which tech career to pursue can be a momentous task. That’s why we created the Tech Skills Quiz to align the skills you already have with the best tech career path.

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CAREERS IN DATA: ANALYST VS. SCIENTIST

Students
Sep. 27 2023
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Alana Walker

Since long before the invention of the internet, data has been driving business strategy and economic growth across industries. The advent of the internet and the increased ease of collecting and processing significant amounts of data has made it even easier.

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Cyber Security Career Paths: What Your Future Could Hold

Students
Sep. 25 2023
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Alana Walker

There are many reasons to pursue a cyber security career. For one, you'll be well-compensated and most likely work on a flexible schedule.

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Exploring Tech Roles in Traditional Fields and Alternative Industries

Students
Sep. 18 2023
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Alana Walker

While tech workers search high and low for positions in the tech realm, they often overlook roles within traditional industries like finance, logistics, and education. Alternative sectors like these can offer rewarding, multidisciplinary career paths that should be taken seriously when considering a tech career.

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How do I get a job in data analytics?

Students
Sep. 14 2023
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Alana Walker

Data analytics is taking the world by storm. If you want to join this exciting and rapidly-developing career, we give you a step-by-step guide in this blog, plus extra tips that set you apart from the applicant pool.

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What to Expect from a Cyber Security Bootcamp

Students
Sep. 11 2023
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Alana Walker

Wondering what a cyber security bootcamp is all about? We break down everything you need to know from the learning environment, how to choose the right bootcamp, and where it all can take you in the future.

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Web Development and AI: Challenges and Opportunities

Students
Sep. 11 2023
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By
Alana Walker

Some might tell you that AI is the end of the world as we know it. But we think otherwise: especially when it comes to tech careers. We discuss the current risks and opportunities AI presents for web developers and hobby coders.

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