Dec 11, 2018 | Future Coders
It can be difficult for older people to feel like they belong among coders. For too long, the field has been dominated by stereotypes that say new technologies are only accessible to the young. As a result, people who don’t fit in that group don’t pursue a career that...
Dec 6, 2018 | Future Coders
Deciding what to put in your CV can be a tricky task, especially in a technically complicated field such as development. Fortunately, there are a few steps that you can follow to ensure that your CV follows the ideal template. We’ll be sharing our tips in this...
Dec 4, 2018 | Future Coders
It’s tempting to think that there’s one single way to become a developer. “Just take this certain path and you’ll have everything you need for a life of JavaScript and C++.” Things aren’t quite as simple as that though – and that’s a good thing! Development is a...
Nov 29, 2018 | Future Coders
When looking for the right degree, one of the most important things a hopeful student can do is ask which ones have the best employment rates. Although there’s often a lot of advice telling you to “follow your passion”, getting practical about what you want after...
Apr 24, 2018 | Employers, Future Coders
As we all recover from the end of the year festivities, it’s a well known fact that January can get us feeling a little down. So, we thought we’d compile some coding quotes from inspirational programmers to lift your spirits. “Measuring programming progress by lines...
Feb 12, 2018 | Employers, Future Coders
This week’s very special in the Code Nation calendar. A time where we get to send time with the people we love most. No, it’s not Valentine’s Day – it’s the Manchester Digital Skills Festival! If you’re interested in a digital career – or if you want to...
Jan 23, 2018 | Future Coders
So, you want to learn to code. You’ve explored your options, and you’ve decided that a coding bootcamp is the path for you. But first, you’ve got to convince your parents to pay for it. It’s a tough sell, but don’t worry, we’ve got your back. Welcome to your...
Jan 23, 2018 | Future Coders
There are lots of reasons you should learn to code. You’ll have skills that are very in-demand, which means that you can pick and choose work (rather than panic-accepting the job in the local pub) and get paid well for it. You could, of course, end up working for the...
Jan 23, 2018 | Future Coders
To become a coder, learning the language is step one. But, learning to think like a coder is equally as important. Don’t worry though, we’ve put together the following 5-step guide to get you started: 1. Break down the problem into several smaller problems Don’t get...
