In honor of Black History Month, we’re highlighting a few technologists who have contributed to the field, as well as some of our friends, learners, and alumni who’ll share their journey into the tech field. Today, we feature Gladys, a major contributor to GPS and geodesy.

We will explore the life and career of Gladys West and highlight her significant contributions to STEM and the geodesy field. Through her achievements, Gladys West has inspired future generations of scientists and mathematicians to pursue their passions and make a positive impact on the world.

In honor of Black History Month, we’re highlighting a few technologists who have contributed to the field, as well as some of our friends, learners, and alumni who’ll share their journey into the tech field. Today, we feature John, the creator of Lingo, and a key figure at Apple, IBM, and LucasFilm.

As we continue into the digital age, more and more occupations are being replaced by software. This is especially true in North America, where the industry is booming. In this blog post, we will explore the top 10 software occupations in North America for 2023. From app developers to big data analysts and more, read about the exciting new opportunities that await you shortly.

Recently, we sat down with Brendan Wilhelmsen, a Software Engineer at Workday, to talk about his journey into a career as a Software Engineer and what his day-to-day job looks like. Brendan shares some insights with our learners about how his learning experience at Qwasar helped prepare him for a position with Workday.

The tech industry is one of the most rapidly growing industries in the world. With advancements in technology happening every day, it’s no wonder that so many people are interested in pursuing a career in tech. But many people don’t realize that the tech industry is also one of the most competitive and cutthroat industries. If you want to be successful in tech, you need to have a strong network. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of networking in the tech industry. From making connections to attending industry events, read on to learn more about how to make a name for yourself in tech.

We sat down with one of our students, Thanh Ngo, to share more about his journey into technology. We wanted to give you an idea of the depth and breadth of who is in our learning community. This interview is a part of ongoing learner interviews of our Qwasar students.

You’ve decided to take the plunge, learn how to code, and aspire to become a software engineer. Congratulations! Coding is a rewarding skill that can lead to all sorts of amazing opportunities. Now comes the hard part: learning how to code. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered with these study hacks for anyone learning to code. From setting achievable goals to breaking down complex concepts, these tips will help you make the most of your coding journey.

Recently, we sat down with Mammadu Diallo, an Apprentice Site Reliability Engineer at LinkedIn, to talk about his journey into a career at LinkedIn, what it means to be a Site Reliability Engineer, and what his day-to-day job looks like. Mammadu also shared some insights with our learners about how his learning at Qwasar helped prepare him for a position with LinkedIn. This is his second interview with us, first as a student and now as an alum.