Blog

From mock interviews, to resume talks and Demo Day scheduling, there’s no shortage of opportunities for our students to gain the skills necessary to their job search after graduation.! In the latest episode of Stories from the Hackery, NSS’s Career Development Team Lead, Ashley Canino, and Career Development Specialist, Michael Frieh, talk about how they work with every student at NSS to prepare them for their job search post-graduation! Read More

Topics: Learning, Community, Analytics + Data Science, Get Involved, Web Development

Unlock the potential of your LinkedIn profile for your tech job hunt with Mike Rapp's expert tips! Mike presented these strategies to a group of Seekers at NSS, and we get to share them with you today! Discover how to connect with recruiters, optimize your skills section, and fine-tune your resume for maximum impact: Read More

Topics: Learning, Analytics + Data Science, Web Development

Navigating the job search can be tricky, 😮‍💨 especially with the rise of scams targeting job seekers. In a recent Seekers meeting, Kate Rogers shared insights on spotting job scams. Here are 5 crucial tips to stay safe! Read More

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

Check out some of the reasons our alumni shared shortly after graduation about why they chose NSS for Data Science and Analytics on our blog. Read More

Topics: Alumni, Student Stories, Analytics + Data Science

NSS Web Development Cohort 38 alum Matt Kroeger, recently shared his tips on staying resilient during a long job search - from combatting imposter syndrome to embracing the numbers game of applying for jobs to aggressive networking. Check out the the full blog for his insights from his own job search back in 2020! Read More

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

We wrote a blog to highlight and show thanks to our 2023 Part-time instructors that continue to show up for their full-time jobs during the day and our part-time students at NSS. Check out the post as we say “thanks!” Read More

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

In our latest Alumni Spotlight, we're sharing Monica Weiss-Sharp's #NSSJourney from Animal Science to Data Engineering. 🐾🔍 Monica's story is a testament to the power of determination and continuous learning. She's now a Data Engineer, supporting a transition to the cloud and finding answers to new questions every day. Read More

Topics: Alumni, Analytics + Data Science

Learn how statistical reasoning enables individuals to extract valuable insights from data, allowing them to make informed and evidence-based decisions while highlighting the data-driven approaches that have become crucial in various industries, from finance and healthcare to marketing and technology. Read More

Topics: Learning, Analytics + Data Science

Level up your resume game with our latest blog post featuring NSS Software Engineer Program Manager, Kate Rogers! Whether you're a recent graduate ready to kickstart your career or someone looking for new opportunities, Kate offers practical advice to navigate the complexities of the job market and increase your chances of securing your next position. Read More

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

While the media has sensationalized the AI phenomenon, creating some fear and uncertainty, we believe it's crucial to separate fact from fiction. We conducted a comprehensive survey among our NSS alumni to uncover their experiences with AI tools on the job. In this blog post, we dive into our alumni's perspective of whether, and possibly how, to integrate teaching of AI tools into our bootcamp programs. Read More

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