Flatiron School Blog

A growing number of people are reimagining their futures and finding their next chapter in tech. Many individuals from non-tech backgrounds are discovering that transferable skills such as communication, problem-solving, and creativity translate naturally into technical roles. The real challenge is not deciding whether to make the switch, but choosing the tech career that aligns […]

Cybersecurity isn’t just about defending networks anymore, it has become a critical business function that touches every corner of modern organizations. We sat down with Bradford Willke, a Flatiron School facilitator and cybersecurity veteran with over 30 years of experience spanning the U.S. Air Force, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and global manufacturing, […]

The data science field is evolving at a breakneck pace. New papers, tools, and benchmarks emerge weekly, making it challenging to stay current. We sat down with Frances Cue, a data scientist / AI engineer at Hartford HealthCare and one of our data science facilitators, to discuss practical strategies for keeping up in this fast-moving […]

Welcome to the eighth episode in our “Meet the Mentor” series where we get to know Flatiron School mentors in an interview-style conversation. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, these stories are packed with practical advice, encouragement, and insights to help you navigate your own path in tech. Each article includes […]

In 2014, Karlie Kloss, Founder of Kode with Klossy, stepped into a Flatiron School coding class out of curiosity, hoping to understand the technology shaping the world around her. Learning to code gave her a sense of empowerment and creativity that she hadn’t expected. What began as personal curiosity quickly turned into a doorway to […]

When I tell people I work in cybersecurity, I usually get one of two reactions: either their eyes light up because they think it sounds cool, or they immediately say, “Oh, I could never do that! I’m not technical enough.” I get it. Cybersecurity sounds intimidating. It feels like a field reserved for people who’ve […]

From automating operations to powering customer experiences, artificial intelligence is changing the way businesses operate. As a result, AI skills are in high demand, especially among professionals with a background in data analytics and Python. If you’re already working with data and want to take the next step toward building machine learning (ML) models or […]