Recently, much to my horror, I saw how many applicants there were for a software engineering internship position at LinkedIn. Here's a screenshot:
The Absurdity of 2021: 20K Applications for a Software Engineer Intern Position
Feb 13, 2021 2:12:17 PM / by Jennifer Robertson
Qwasar programs are tough and they train you to Silicon Valley standards, but it's not just the technical skill level that's challenging. Our programs will test you, push you outside your comfort zone, and involve your whole being. Sitting in a classroom for a lecture is far more passive and less involved than our programs, and thus easier. Our focus is on learning designed for the 21st-century, consider us a new galaxy in the learning universe.
I’m sure you've heard of projects before...haven't we all. Projects are incredibly helpful at teaching us things, whether it's baking a cake for the first time or building a coffee table. Projects come in all shapes and sizes. A project could be as large as creating a new state highway system or as small as cleaning out your pantry!
Ponicode Announces Partnership with Qwasar Silicon Valley
Jan 11, 2021 11:35:48 AM / by Kristen Capuzzo posted in Qwasar Partnerships
Paris-based startup Ponicode and Qwasar Silicon Valley announced a partnership to promote professional and well-written code, software development education and the growth of top-level tech talent in the industry.
Thinking about Becoming a Software Engineer?
Depending on your background, the path to becoming a software engineer can vary greatly. One of the most important steps to becoming a software engineer starts with just simply doing. There's a lot of work involved in the path to becoming a software engineer, and it's certainly not just about coding or picking a programming language. It’s important to note that becoming a software engineer doesn’t have to be lengthy or costly. There are high-quality, low cost programs out there to make you an elite candidate in a competitive job market.
Nigerian Outsource Powerhouse Partners with Qwasar, Launches Software Development Department at Silicon Valley Standards
Oct 28, 2020 11:43:12 AM / by Jennifer Robertson posted in Qwasar Partnerships
Amal Hassan is the impressive and talented CEO at Outsource Global, an outsourcing company she founded in Nigeria specialising in customer service, legal service, back office support, IT support services, AI services, etc. Over the last four years, the company has grown to over 900 employees, serving clients in US, UK/ EU, Japan, and Africa.
On the Closing of 42's Fremont Campus by Gaëtan Juvin
Oct 23, 2020 4:00:27 PM / by Gaëtan Juvin
I was sad to hear that 42's Fremont campus is closed, ending 42's presence in the United States and North America. I am convinced that there is an enormous need for accessible, skills-based education in the US and that American needs to multiply its tech talent pool - something it is struggling to do.
On the Closing of 42 Silicon Valley from 42 co-founder Kwame Yamgnane
Oct 23, 2020 3:54:42 PM / by Kwame Yamgnane
It saddens me deeply to hear that the 42 Fremont campus has closed. I opened the campus with Gaetan in 2016, and I still remember the first day of the first piscine. The early days were certainly an adventure and it was a pleasure to see the campus grow.
Learning Through Play: an Interview with LEGO Ventures' Jamie Beaumont
Oct 15, 2020 2:59:04 PM / by Jennifer Robertson
Many of us grew up with the infamous little bricks from LEGO, bricks that we played with and built all sorts of imaginary worlds and kingdoms. While we may not have realized it at a young age, these bricks served as instruments for learning through play.
A Non-degree Pathway Into Tech That Doesn't Cost >$10K
Sep 16, 2020 2:53:41 PM / by Jennifer Robertson