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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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 -
Why This CEO Has Hired 5 Graduates from DigitalCrafts
One of the most rewarding aspects of my job as Student Services Director is watching a student transition from DigitalCrafts into his or her first developer job. Earlier this month, TechRepublic released a study stating, "80% of companies have hired a coding bootcamp graduate, all said they would do it again" and going even further to say, "42% of tech hiring managers and recruiters said they don't have a preference as to whether a job candidate has a computer science degree or is a bootcamp graduate."
Published: May 23, 2017 Readtime: 5 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 -
DigitalCrafts Chats withWomen in Technology
In honor of International Women's Day, we recognize the successes of our very own #LadyBuilders as they share their experiences entering a knowingly male-dominated field and address how to inspire younger girls to enter the tech field.
Published: March 08, 2017 Readtime: 6 Minutes -
Career Switchers: Write Your Developer Resume Like a Pro
For career switchers, writing that first full-stack developer resume can be intimidating. Here's what to to focus on to make a competitive developer resume, even if you're new to the field.
Published: February 27, 2017 Readtime: 5 Minutes -
5 Resume Building Tips for Aspiring Software Developers
Resume writing can be an intimidating task for many, especially if you are in the midst of switching careers, like many coding bootcamp students. The good news is that there are plenty of free resources online to help guide you as you begin to prepare for a career in technology. After some research, we've pulled together some helpful tips to keep handy when building a technical resume.
Published: September 26, 2016 Readtime: 5 Minutes