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Find and attend Nashville's favorite tech meetups in June 2025. Perfect for learning and networking. Stay updated on the latest events and connect with fellow techies. Read More

Topics: Community, Meetups & Community Events

Learn how Code Campfire supports Nashville Software School grads with projects, mentorship, and community, providing real-world experience and networking opportunities. Read More

Topics: Community, UI/UX, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Software Engineering

Find the top tech meetups in Nashville this May 2025 and connect with the local tech community. Mark your calendars for these exciting events! Read More

Topics: Community, Meetups & Community Events

In the latest episode of Stories from the Hackery, we talk with NSS alumnus Chris Miller, whose journey vividly illustrates the power of life-long learning. Chris's career has taken him from jazz composition and bass performance to becoming a critical part of the team scaling Tubi's platform. Read More

Topics: Alumni, Web Development, Software Engineering

In this episode of Stories From The Hackery, we sit down with NSS alum, Shalane Proctor, and instructor, Dr. Teresa Vasquez (Dr. T), for an honest and insightful conversation about neurodiversity, learning to code, and generative AI as an assistive technology. Read More

Topics: Alumni, Community, Web Development, Software Engineering

Discover Nashville's tech meetups for April 2025 and connect with the vibrant local tech community. Read More

Topics: Community, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Meetups & Community Events

In this episode of Stories from the Hackery, John Wark, founder and CEO of Nashville Software School, talks with Charlie Apigian, a well-known figure in Nashville's tech community with a significant academic background. Charlie discusses his journey from academia to consulting, the importance of bridging the gap between education and real-world application, and how his company, Data Inspire, integrates eager new coders into meaningful projects. The episode dives into the evolving roles in tech, particularly data engineering, and the impact of generative AI. Charlie also emphasizes the importance of teamwork, community building, and continuous learning in the fast-paced tech world. Read More

Topics: Alumni, Community, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Software Engineering

In this episode of Stories from the Hackery, we hear from Jordan Rosas, a graduate of Web Development Cohort 29. Jordan shares his journey from working at an Amazon warehouse to becoming a Software Engineer and building SocialWaive, a social media management application. Read More

Topics: Alumni, Web Development, Software Engineering

Discover how NSS’s evolving Career Development Program supports graduates through their job searches. Read More

Topics: Hiring?, Analytics + Data Science, Get Involved, Web Development