DigitalCrafts Blog
The DigitalCrafts blog shares ideas, information and tips aimed at helping you get ahead personally and professionally, with topics ranging from online learning success to career development.
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Being a Woman in Tech
We sat down with four women in different areas of the field and at different stages of their career to get their perspectives. We discussed what interests them about their current field, some challenges they have faced, and what they would like to see changed.
Published: May 02, 2018 Readtime: 12 Minutes -
Getting a Job After Graduating a Coding Bootcamp: How I Did It
DigitalCrafts Alumna Stephanie Asmar shares how she found her first job while still attending DigitalCrafts.
Published: December 05, 2017 Readtime: 3 Minutes -
How to Make the Most out of LinkedIn as a New Developer
Many job seekers simply cut and paste the information from their resumes on their LinkedIn profile, but this is a big mistake. LinkedIn is a great venue for you to share all the things you had to cut from your resume, and a bit of your personality as well.
Published: September 19, 2017 Readtime: 5 Minutes -
What is a Developer in Residence?
The DigitalCrafts program is tough, period. Our goal here at DC is to ensure all of our incoming students have not only the adequate amount of support throughout the program but also the right mindset. This is where the Developer in Residence (DIR) really comes into play.
Published: August 04, 2017 Readtime: 4 Minutes -
Getting a Job After DigitalCrafts: How I Did It
Learn about how DigitalCrafts Alumnus John Coppola dedicated his time as a student to find his dream job.
Published: July 27, 2017 Readtime: 4 Minutes -
How to Write a Cover Letter That Shines
Have you ever felt stuck when in the process of creating your cover letter for that one job you are trying to land? Being aware of bad practices, can save you some time when it comes to making revisions, and will help you stand out in the job market.
Published: July 18, 2017 Readtime: 5 Minutes -
Out of Room? What to Cut from a Developer Resume
A one-page resume is ideal -- but how do you know what to cut and what should be left in? Continue reading for some suggestions on how to edit your resume to make sure the important information stands out.
Published: July 18, 2017 Readtime: 7 Minutes -
The Importance of Blogging as a Developer
Find out why blogging is important for developers, especially students.
Published: June 30, 2017 Readtime: 4 Minutes -
How to Identify Your Transferable Skills and Develop Your Personal Narrative
New developers have a tendency to focus exclusively on their technical skills when looking for a development job. However, it can be very beneficial to take some time to think about your soft skills too...
Published: May 17, 2017 Readtime: 5 Minutes -
Employers: Why You Should Consider Hiring a Coding Bootcamp Graduate
If you find yourself regularly looking for new development team members and have never considered hiring a coding bootcamp graduate this new survey proves you may be missing out.
Published: May 09, 2017 Readtime: 2 Minutes