In recent years, the landscape of higher education has undergone a dramatic transformation with the advent of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). These free online courses, offered by universities and institutions worldwide, have opened up a world of knowledge to millions of learners, regardless of their location or financial means. For aspiring developers and tech…
As a full-stack developer, I‘ve always been fascinated by the portrayal of hacking and cybersecurity in popular media. From the cheesy graphics in The Matrix to the laughably inaccurate "zoom and enhance" scenes in CSI, Hollywood has a knack for getting tech wrong in the most cringeworthy ways. But then came Mr. Robot – the…
For anyone aspiring to break into the tech industry, one of the biggest decisions is whether to pursue a four-year computer science degree. On one hand, a CS degree from a reputable university is still seen as the most established path to a high-paying tech career. But on the other hand, many people have built…
Six years ago, I was a complete coding novice. I had a background in finance but yearned to build my own software products. With no computer science degree or coding experience, I naively thought I could teach myself everything I needed to know to become a professional programmer. I distinctly remember the night I wrote…
Online learning has grown tremendously over the past decade, with millions of learners from all over the world participating in free and low-cost courses offered by top universities. Since 2011, over 900 universities have launched more than 13,500 Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) on platforms like Coursera, edX, and Udacity. However, not all of these…
There has never been a better time to learn computer science and programming skills. Whether you‘re a complete beginner looking to learn coding fundamentals or an experienced developer aiming to expand your skill set, the number of free online courses available is staggering. Many of the best colleges and universities, like MIT, Stanford and Harvard,…
If you‘re looking to start 2023 by learning an invaluable new skill, you‘re in luck. There are a wealth of free online courses in computer science and programming that can give you a strong foundation in some of today‘s most important and sought-after tech skills. Among the 600+ free courses starting this month, some of…
If you‘ve ever wanted to learn how to code, program, or dive into computer science, now is a great time to get started. Whether you‘re a complete beginner looking to pick up basic coding skills, or an experienced programmer seeking to take your abilities to the next level, there are a wealth of free online…
The world of higher education is in the midst of a dramatic shift. Over the past decade, the rise of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) has made high-quality, university-level learning opportunities more accessible than ever before. By removing barriers like time, cost, and location, MOOCs have opened up education to millions of learners worldwide. According…
As a full-stack developer and professional coder, I‘ve seen firsthand how valuable Linux skills can be in the world of software development. Linux is not only a powerful and flexible operating system, but also a key tool for modern developers working across platforms, deploying to the cloud, and managing infrastructure. The numbers speak for themselves….