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The Role of Designers in IT: Why We Need Them and How to Become One

To give you a better understanding of the topic, we'll go through a list of some of our most frequently asked questions.

Sparks of Joy: Data Analyst Dash Wieland Reflects on His Profession

Practicum caught up with Dash to ask about his move from marketing to data analysis, the pros and cons of being an analyst, and the threat of a robot apocalypse.

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How the Internet Works: Computers and Networks

A little rundown of the infrastructure bringing the internet to you.

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Put Your Best Foot Forward: These Presentation Skills Are Essential For Developers

We've identified the most important types of presentations for junior and mid-career developers alike, as well as general presentation skills that will make your slideshows, speeches, and product demonstrations both memorable and compelling. Let's get you to stand out!

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Student stories

Defeating the Odds: Practicum grad Yanina talks migration, motherhood, and student life

The data was telling her a new start was nearly impossible, so she learned how to control the numbers.

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The Role of Designers in IT: Why We Need Them and How to Become One

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Student stories

A New Level: Practicum grad Jenn Foskett Talks Career Enhancement

Practicum Student Linda Kovacs talks about using the lockdown as motivation to keep up with her childhood tech dreams

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What Is Recursion?

Call the function. Call the function inside the function. Call the function inside the function inside the function...

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Job search How it works

How to Land Entry Level Data Science Jobs

How to land entry level data science jobs

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Learning resources How it works

Node.js is Cool. But Should You Try It?

If you've gotten started programming with HTML and JavaScript (JS), you know how easy JS is to use. The interface is right at your fingertips. You can easily access your entire web page with simple commands.

Job search Learning resources

Secrets of a Stellar Portfolio: Guidelines and a Checklist

Whether you're trying to get a job or just get more recognition at your current gig, it's important to showcase your best work (and getting some public acclaim certainly doesn't hurt). To do that, you need a great portfolio. Here are a few things you need to know to make your portfolio stand out.

Job profiles How Practicum works

Is Web Development the Right Move for You?

But what is their role, exactly? What kind of skills do they have? How much do they earn? And, is this a career you should pursue? If you find yourself pondering these questions, you've certainly come to the right place for answers!

How the Internet Works: Computers and Networks

What Is Recursion?

Coding Challenge: How to Swap Variable Values

Professions

Learn about the industry's most in-demand professions with us! (Because you deserve industry expertise from industry experts, right?)

Web Developer

Data Analyst

Data Scientist

UX/UI Designer