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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

Last month, three of our alumni had the honor of speaking to retiring military personnel through Operation Stand Down Tennessee's Career Recon program. These veterans shared their journeys from the military to tech careers, and you won't want to miss their inspiring stories. Read More

Topics: Alumni, Student Stories, Learning, Community

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

NSS Alumni Christian Haggerty shares his personal journey into web development freelancing with our Seekers group at NSS. Read More

Topics: Alumni, Learning, Technology Insights, Web Development

As we continue our series of articles on the effects AI will have on tech careers, John Wark, NSS Founder and CEO delves into the myths and realities surrounding AI's influence on software engineering, data analytics, data science, and web development jobs. Read More

Topics: Learning, Technology Insights

Senior instructor Steve Brownlee recently explored the power of customizing your shell to enhance your workflow and boost productivity with our Seekers. It’s time to unleash the full power of your shell! Read More

Topics: Learning, Web Development, Software Engineering

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

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 series, we dive into the impact of AI tools/tooling on software development from both a learning and job demand perspective. Read More

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

Software engineer Rebecca (Beck) Cronin-Dixon shed light on the significance of the "good enough" mindset in software development. She shared valuable insights on embracing iteration, effective time management, learning from mistakes, and delivering value. Read More

Topics: Learning, Web Development, Software Engineering