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Building Cybersecurity Skills as a Beginner: Dylan Morris’ Bootcamp Journey
Learn how a dedicated learner, even as a beginner, can secure the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to confidently prepare for a cybersecurity career.
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Learn to Code
Free Coding Courses in Chicago
Whether you're interested in web development, mobile app design, or software engineering, coding free courses in Chicago provide specialized programs tailored to your interests and career aspirations.
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About Tech Bootcamp
Meet a Learner Experience Manager: John Espiritu
Learner Experience Manager John Espiritu explains the value of instructional support, which is available to all {brand-name} tech bootcamp students.
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Data Analytics
Meet a Data Analytics Instructor: Lakeisha Vance
Instructor Lakeisha Vance reveals how data professionals can adopt a learning mindset to stay apprised of industry trends.
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Web Development
Meet a Coding Instructor: Aaron Katz
Instructor Aaron Katz illustrates how persistence is key to success in the {brand-name} Software Engineering Immersive and beyond.
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Job & Career Advice
Top 15 Tech Employers in Chicago in 2025
This guide lists the top tech employers in Chicago, explores their work cultures, and equip you to get your tech job in a top company.
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Cybersecurity
Meet a Cybersecurity Instructor: Josh Mann Shares Industry Insights
Cybersecurity Instructor Josh Mann shares his insights on how to succeed in bootcamp and beyond.
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Success Stories
From Beginner to Coder: Coding Bootcamp Alum Matthew Kovach’s Journey
Learn how coding bootcamp alum went from beginner to coder with the University of Illinois Chicago Coding Bootcamp.
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State of Tech 2025: Key Trends & Opportunities
Whether you're a seasoned professional, recent bootcamp graduate, or looking to make a career shift into tech, staying informed about the evolving landscape is essential for your success. To help you navigate this dynamic year, we’ve compiled some 2025 tech industry trends, tips, and resources.
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Job & Career Advice
Exploring the 7 Best Entry-Level Tech Jobs in 2025: Your Career Guide
Explore the best entry-level tech jobs of 2025 and learn how to jumpstart your career in the tech industry. Find out which roles offer the most promising opportunities and start your journey to success today!
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Student Projects
Coding Bootcamp Student Projects: Guides, Games, and Social Apps
These full stack coding bootcamp projects are examples of just a few types of web applications you’ll learn how to build in the coding bootcamp. As a coding student, the capstone project is your opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and creativity—in bootcamp and beyond as a professional software engineer.
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Job & Career Advice
Breaking Up with Your Career: How to Change Careers With Confidence
From minimal growth opportunities to a lack of fulfillment, many people reach a point in their current career where it no longer aligns with their needs or aspirations. In this blog, we’ll help you identify whether it’s time to break up with your career and provide tips for how to change careers successfully.
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