Software Engineering

Book Review: Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software

Whether you want to become a software engineer, or just better understand the technologies that power our world, there’s real value in learning how computers actually work. Because computers are so complicated these days, it can be hard to figure out where to start. The answer, according to Charles Petzold, is to go back in […]
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 […]
Software Engineering

The Importance of Professional Software Development Processes

There’s a huge difference between writing small scripts for fun and shipping software professionally. In this article, let’s look at some of the common processes and tools that you should learn if you want to get a great job as a software engineer. If you’ve ever wondered what git, GitHub, PR’s, TDD, CI and CD […]
Software Engineering

“Code Like a Girl”: An Interview With Author and Student Miriam Peskowitz

While anyone can code, many have felt excluded from pursuing their interests. We hear about the “bro culture” of tech and the initiatives for women in STEM. Miriam Peskowitz, bestselling co-author of “The Daring Book for Girls,” knows what it feels like to be an outsider. Whether it was being among just a handful of […]
UX / UI Product Design

7 Tips for Your First UX/UI Design Job

Your first day at work as a UX/UI designer can be equal parts exciting and stressful. You want to make the best impression, but you’re worried about stepping on toes. As someone starting a new job and a new career, you can add Impostor Syndrome to the mix. But, it’s OK and we’re here to […]
Software Engineering

Back to School…Starts With You

Alternatives like Flatiron School are here to provide the opportunity, support and flexibility you need to change your career and life.