Jobs that require coding skills, like software engineering and data science, are among the fastest-growing careers in 2023. According to Indeed.com, 8 of the 10 “best jobs” this year are coding roles. The list includes full-stack developers and machine learning engineers.
Continue readingCareer Tarotscopes for April 2023
Rebecca Szymczak, aka Cardsy B, author of The Saturn Diaries and tarot reader to the stars, consulted her cards and has tips for which signs should ignite those Aries fires to charge ahead and which signs should use the astrological new year to take a breath and recalibrate. She also has some insight into some unexpected evolutions in the workplace due to the post-equinox energies.
As we enter April, Aries season is in full swing, providing more energy and inspiration than many of us have felt since late 2022. In the northern hemisphere were already in the “lighter” part of the year as March’s equinox marked the spring. More of the sun’s light reaches the earth’s plane between now and June, bringing much-needed illumination to decisions that may have felt a little hazy on the career front in the year’s first quarter. The powerful full moon in Libra on April 5th clarifies what is calling us to move ahead and what needs to be cleared, or at a bare minimum, what needs to be firm boundaries. April is one of the most powerful months of 2023 as we celebrate the astrological new year while having all the planets in our solar system move direct until the 21st, when Taurus season enters, and Mercury goes retrograde.
Whatever your sign, there are many wins — plus a few distractions to watch out for this month, so read on to see what the cards have in store.
Continue readingOur Software Engineering Bootcamp Just Got an Upgrade—Here’s the Latest
From smartphones and Internet of Things (IoT) devices to cryptocurrencies and social media platforms, tech impacts how we work, play, shop, socialize, and do business—and none of that is slowing down.
In fact, despite the headlines, growth in technology roles remains steady. For starters, software developer took the #1 spot in U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Jobs Rankings 2023,” with the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicting a 25% increase in open positions between 2021 and 2031. That’s five times the average job outlook, with 162,900 roles slated to open each year.
It’s a demand reverberating around the world, as the global software market is projected to reach $650 billion in 2023. To keep pace, organizations across industries desperately need tech talent to develop cutting-edge products and services.
That’s why we’re so excited to announce an enhanced version of our best-in-class Software Engineering Bootcamp today. For students wondering how to get an engineering job with no experience—or employers struggling with how to recruit and hire great software engineers—read on for the latest and greatest updates to our program.
Continue readingMeet Your Match: Breaking Into the Professional Services Industry in a Tech Role
Are you looking for a personal growth and career development path alongside giants, considered the best in their field? Do you appreciate autonomy as much as teamwork? Looking for a broad playing field where you can address large-scale challenges? You just might find such a place in the professional services industry—a top employer of tech talent in our increasingly digital world.
All told, the industry’s worth $6,382.56 billion in 2023, and it’s expected to grow at a CAGR of 5% to top $7 billion by 2027. Thanks to burgeoning technology, professional services firms are able to offer their clients more value than ever before—and you can play the role of changemaker for countless other businesses in search of bold, bright solutions.
Continue readingNo Tryout Required: Sports Tech Careers From the Evolving World of Sports
When you think about jobs in sports, your mind probably jumps to professional athletes, coaches, or high-powered agents (à la Jerry Maguire). If you didn’t win the genetic lottery and those other highly competitive roles weren’t in the stars for you, you might have written off a career in sports. Sports lovers everywhere, rejoice: Sports tech is creating pathways for more professionals to join the game.
Industry analyst Research and Markets predicts that the sports technology market will reach $41.9 billion by 2026, a rise of 21.4% since 2020. Innovations using AI and machine learning that seem straight out of a Sci-Fi novel are here—but they’re not limited to just elite athletes. Sports tech has consumer health applications that can help all of us avoid injuries, build strength, and eat and sleep better.
If you love sports, there are many career tracks for programmers, data analysts and scientists, designers, and digital content producers. We’ve compiled the top areas that tech is transforming and the top tech careers in sports—no tryout required.
Continue readingHow Data Is Revolutionizing Basketball: Q&A with Ballstar Co-Founder Vaughn Caldon
Basketball has always had an incredibly passionate fanbase, fueled by the exciting and fast pace of gameplay and high-scoring matches. Some of the most famous athletes globally are professional basketball players, like LeBron James and Stephen Curry. Today, the NBA is broadcast in over 200 countries.
As basketball has grown into a global phenomenon, technology has played a key role in taking the sport to new levels. Data analytics has transformed everything from how the sport is played and coached, to how fans engage with games and athletes. From tracking players’ performance to predicting game outcomes, data has become an indispensable tool for athletes and fans at every level.
This surge of data in the industry has created unique opportunities for data scientists and data analysts who have a passion for both numbers and sports, as well as for UX designers and software engineers who bring this data to life via fan engagement apps and websites.
To learn more about what’s behind this data-driven revolution in sports and the career opportunities it’s unlocked, we sat down with Vaughn Caldon, GA instructor and co-founder of Ballstar, a company at the forefront of data analytics in basketball.
Continue readingFast Break Your Career Change: Players You Need on Your Team
March marks the beginning of the NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament, also known as the Month of Madness. The tournament is known for its unpredictable upsets and exciting games, with fans filling out brackets and following the action closely. March Madness is a major sporting event in the United States, with millions of fans tuning in to watch the games on television or streaming online.
But what if we told you that the concept of March Madness could also be applied to the world of a career change? Basketball teams are usually composed of 12-15 athletes, all of whom share a common goal and work together to achieve it, supporting and trusting one another.
Just like in basketball, you need a team of people on your side to help you navigate the twists and turns of a career change. Making a career change often means entering a new industry or field, which can be daunting and uncertain. A good support system can provide the emotional and practical support you need, helping you stay motivated, focused, and positive as you pursue your goals.
This article explores the different types of people you need on your team when considering a career change and handy tips and tricks to fast-break your career transition.
Continue readingThe Ultimate Guide: Land a Tech Role This Year
Dalona Turner, Partnerships Specialist at General Assembly, recently sat down with career expert and best-selling author Ashley Stahl, to discuss how to pivot into a career in tech.
Both Dalona and Ashley are career changers themselves, which is important because it’s sometimes hard to discern if advice is rooted in theory or experience. If you’ve been thinking “I need a new job”, “I need a career pivot”, or “is technology a good career path”, here is some career advice that will help you get any job you want.
Continue readingRising in the Ranks: How One Military Spouse Unlocked Career Mobility From the Homefront
It was 2021, and Michelle Artreche was working at an edtech startup in a marketing role. Although she had a passion for the discipline, she wanted formal training. Michelle wanted a stronger educational foundation so she could take her career to the next level, though she wasn’t sure where to start.
As a military spouse, potential relocation was a fact of life—which meant enrolling in a traditional in-person training program wasn’t really a viable solution. She needed a flexible, career-focused program that could fit her life.
Through a connection on LinkedIn, Michelle heard about The Adecco Group U.S. Foundation Service Scholarship, which awards scholarships to women veterans and military spouses that can be used for courses offered through General Assembly (GA). She took the initiative to apply, landed an award for GA’s Digital Marketing course, and began a new chapter in her tech career story.
Michelle has parlayed her newfound skills into a role where she’s tripled her income—and continues to grow in a career she’s passionate about. She is an incredible example representing the military/spouse community and showing continuous growth as a professional in her field. Read the following interview to learn more about her journey.
Continue readingNOW’S THE TIME: TAKE YOUR SHOT
Still waiting for the “perfect time” to take the next step toward your dream career?
If you’ve caught us on instagram recently, you may have noticed our take on March Madness – or as we’re calling it, March Radness. Over the next 3 weeks, we’ll be dropping some exciting content and giveaways, and it all starts today. We’re offering a limited-time discount to take your shot and score $500 off an immersive bootcamp* for US residents.
The “perfect time” for a career change may never come, but we think now sounds pretty good, don’t you?
TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS OFFER:
- Find your immersive bootcamp
- Complete your application
- Jump on a call with our admissions team by April 3, 2023
- Make sure to mention that you’re “taking your shot” to activate the discount
- Enroll and start your course by June 30th, 2023.
Don’t forget to ask admissions about all of our financing options to ensure the Take Your Shot discount is the best one for you. We look forward to helping you through the next phase of your career.
*Terms and Conditions
- Students must be 18 years or older.
- Discount eligible for legal residents of the United States only.
- New York residents or students attending live at the NYC campus are not eligible for the discount.
- Discount is applicable only for full-time immersive courses. Part-time courses, On Demand learning or paid workshops, are not eligible for the discount.
- The discount can only be used on one immersive course.
- The discount is not available for those already enrolled in an immersive course, and cannot be applied retroactively.
- Prospective students must complete their application and admissions interview by April 3rd, 2023 to be eligible for the discount.
- Prospective students must start their immersive course by June 30th, 2023.
- Discount may not be applied to non-refundable registration fee.