Considering a career change into tech or looking for new opportunities within the industry? Join our webinar to gain valuable insights and actionable advice.
Learn how to effectively leverage your skills, create a standout resume/CV and navigate the job market.
Our expert panel will share strategies for successful networking, acing technical interviews, and finding the right role for you.
Whether you’re transitioning from another field or seeking new tech opportunities, this webinar provides the essential tools to boost your job search and land your next tech role.
Our Speakers
- Natalie Whittlesey, Director, Director at The InGroup
- Ellen Chang, Lead Coach, Learning Disabilities Specialist, TripleTen
- Jamie Ferguson, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, Checkout.com
- Daniel Osborne, Senior Software Engineer at Redgate Software
Your questions answered:
Q: What’s the difference between programming and coding?
A: In my experience they’re used interchangeably, however I would say Programming is more of a general view (coding, data structures, algorithms, problem-solving, etc) whereas coding is more syntax and language specific.
Q: What kind of certifications, projects and experiences are you looking for in candidates who are coming from a non-traditional background?
A: I can only talk from the perspective of where I work, however I would just be looking for someone who is actively taking it upon themselves to learn and improve, whether it be bootcamps, projects, or certifications. Just showing a willingness to learn and demonstrate what you’ve learnt is perfect.
Q: I’ve taken an online coding bootcamp but struggle to get interviews. How can I stand out among candidates with more traditional backgrounds?
A: As answered in the previous question, having a bootcamp is a good start but jumping in and doing more things like hackathons, small projects, etc, and showing a genuine passion and drive to learn will set you apart.
Q: What projects do you recommend to start within tech?
A: This depends on your current experience level, but I’d say good projects to start with would be a Weather forecast app as there are a lot of free APIs you can use for this and it covers difference problems you’d have to solve in a company for examples working with API. Another common one is a Todo list which can be as simple or as complicated as you want.
