Alumni Stories

How an Expat Found a Life and New Career in Australia

Lara M. moved to Australia from Moscow to begin a new career and a new life. She was an account manager at a marketing firm before discovering her passion for tech. In just over a year, Lara has found a community of developers in Sydney and a job as a front-end developer at an exciting […]
Flatiron School

2019 Grace Hopper Celebration: 5 Panels to Check Out

The 2019 Grace Hopper Celebration is an incredible three-day event filled with inspiring talks and informative workshops. We’re proud to be involved with the Anita Borg Foundation, the conference organizer, and to sponsor the 2019 Social Impact Abie Award. We want to highlight just a few panels that we thought you might like to attend. […]
Tech Trends

How Tech Can Lead to Social Innovation: An Interview With Dr. Nimmi Ramanujam

Dr. Ramanujam is the Grace Hopper Celebration’s 2019 Social Impact Abie Award winner and we’re proud to sponsor this incredible award.
Software Engineering

What Does Amazon HQ2 Mean For Tech Jobs in Washington, D.C.?

A lot has happened since Amazon announced HQ2 will be coming to National Landing in Northern Virginia. Since November 2018, more details about the number of jobs being created and the headquarters itself have been revealed. With that, we’ve also learned more about tech jobs in the area and it’s good news for anyone looking […]
Software Engineering

5 Tips for Going Back to School From Alums Who Did Just That

It’s back to school season for children and adults alike. At Flatiron School, we believe anyone can change their careers and their lives. We know because we’ve helped thousands of students begin new careers as software engineers, data scientists, and UX/UI designers. And who better to ask for advice than our alumni? Here are a […]
Alumni Stories

Samantha R., Entrepreneur, Alumna, and Author, Discusses “Bitcoin Pizza”

Samantha Radocchia can now add bestselling author to her impressive resume. The Flatiron School alumna and entrepreneur’s latest adventure is “Bitcoin Pizza.” In the interview below, Samantha shares her inspiration for the book and her vision of the future. Congrats on the book! Can you talk a bit about “Bitcoin Pizza” and the inspiration for […]