Welcome to IT EDU Connects (ITEC)! We try to keep things brief but loaded with good information about how, where, and why you should start that IT Career, or snag that new skill you’ve been ready for.
We want to make this easy for you. We try to cater to different learning types by providing different media types and loads of places for you to ask questions or contact us.
Career Stages
Are you a IT career beginner or established professional looking to further your career? We want to cater to all levels of professional.
So if you’re new to IT check out our the Getting Started posts.
If you’re just looking for that new skill or to develop on an existing one
Just getting started…
Sometimes getting started is the hardest part. Our reviews and blog posts will help you find the right learning path and pace for you. If you’re just starting, give one of these a go.
Sometimes the hardest part of finding success is gathering the courage to get started. As long as you’re learning, you’ll never fail. Start looking for the right intermediate courses here.
Maybe you know what you want to do and what languages / skills you need to get that career started. Here’s some great Online Learning Platforms with a thorough review to help you get moving.
DataCamp
Specializes in data science and analytics skills, offering courses and projects for aspiring data analysts and scientists.
Treehouse
Provides structured learning paths with interactive exercises and quizzes, guiding learners towards specific IT careers.
A Cloud Guru
Specializes in cloud computing certifications like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, preparing learners for in-demand cloud jobs.
Udemy
Offers millions of courses in various IT specializations, from beginner to advanced levels, catering to various learning styles and budgets.
Coursera
Boasts over 5,000 courses from top universities and companies, covering diverse IT fields like software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity.
Udacity
Focuses on industry-relevant, hands-on training through real-world projects and nanodegrees, preparing learners for specific IT jobs.
If you’re just starting your career or making a big change, these pages explore different types of IT careers. These posts will have information about what these positions do, industry demand for professionals in these categories, and recommend the skills needed for the job and where to obtain them.
If you’re not sure of the job for your, check this out:
User Interface and Experience are key to any business.
Cyber Security
One of the most in demand careers that’s not going anywhere
Quality Assurance
No project has ever launched without thorough testing.
Exploring Languages
If you don’t know what language to start with you can learn about them here. If you know what language you’re after, you can find some great courses and resources for each language below.
if you’re not sure what to learn, check out this link:
IT Challenges in the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community The Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) stand as the bulwarks of American national security. Yet, in the ever-evolving digital landscape, both face pressing IT challenges that threaten their ability to effectively and safely fulfill their missions. O’Reilly Media was my home base…
The IT industry offers a diverse range of fulfilling career paths beyond programming such as UI/UX design, data analysis, project management, technical writing, and cybersecurity among others. Success in these roles often hinges on skills like problem-solving, communication, creativity rather than solely coding abilities. Continuous learning through online resources is vital to stay competitive. It’s…
The Covid-19 pandemic reshaped the workplace structure, leading to the rise of the hybrid IT workplace; a model that blends remote and in-office work. This paradigm, while offering flexibility, poses challenges. The article suggests fostering a dedicated remote workspace and maintaining regular hours for work-life balance. In an office, creating interaction spaces and supporting flexible…