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What does a data engineer do? In this episode, NSS alumni Teresa Whitesell and Joshua Rio-Ross discuss their career paths from data analytics to data engineering. Listen in to hear how their education prepared them and what makes data engineering different from other tech careers. Read More

Topics: Student Stories, Analytics + Data Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering

Are we starting to see a turnaround in the tech job market? After a couple of challenging years, we’re seeing some signs in the data that gives us reason to be hopeful. While it’s too soon to know for sure, these positive trends point toward more stability and opportunity for tech professionals. Let’s look at the data that has us feeling optimistic. Read More

Topics: Hiring?, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Software Engineering

Learn how Git and GitHub can transform your workflow from confusion to confidence, with tips from Monica Weiss-Sharp, a Staff Data Engineer at HCA and NSS alumna. Read More

Topics: Learning, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Software Engineering, Data Engineering

Discover the hottest tech meetups in Nashville this July 2025, including events for Python, Linux, .NET, Data Science, and more. Stay tuned for new additions! Read More

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

Learn about the new Power BI course for NSS Data Seekers launching June 2025, offering advanced skills in data modeling, dashboarding, and automation. Read More

Topics: Alumni, Learning, Analytics + Data Science

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

It has been around 2 ½ years since generative AI, in the form of ChatGPT, erupted into the lives of those of us in the tech world. We discuss how generative AI is reshaping junior tech roles and why training juniors remains crucial in the evolving tech landscape. Read More

Topics: Analytics + Data Science, Technology Insights, Web Development, Software Engineering

We've been researching additional skills that will help junior developers and data analysts succeed. And soon we'll be launching more continuing education courses tailored to enhance and connect your skills for our Seekers as a part of ProTech. Read More

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

We explore the growing demand for data engineers and announce the launch of our Data Engineering Bootcamp at NSS. Read More

Topics: Analytics + Data Science, Web Development, Data 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