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Is AI replacing Software Engineers?
Artificial-intelligence chatbots such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT have made a lot of noise this year. These impressive AIs can hold conversations, draft essays, and even write and debug code, all in a matter of seconds. But if AI is so efficient, could it replace Software Engineers entirely, especially those at a more junior level?
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7 Resources for your Career Change to Tech
If you’re looking to switch to a tech career, here are 7 essential resources to help you successfully transition into software development, from coding platforms and Northcoders bootcamps to job boards and networking tools.
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Remote Courses
Essential Tools and Software for Remote Coding Students
Discover the essential tools and software for remote coding students to stay productive and organised. From code editors to communication platforms, find out what you need to succeed in a Northcoders bootcamp and enhance your learning experience.
Opinion
Halfway There! What I’ve Learned in My Data Engineering Bootcamp
Andrew, halfway through the Data Engineering bootcamp at Northcoders, looks back on what he has learned over the past 6 weeks, including Python, Test Driven Development, Object Oriented Programming, SQL, and servers.
Andrew Rudge
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Changing Career in your 30s, 40s, or 50s: Getting into Tech
Thinking about switching to a tech career in your 30s, 40s, or beyond? Discover how to successfully change to a career in software development, and how a coding bootcamp can help you land your first tech role without needing a degree.
From Apprehension to Confidence: Kate’s Northcoders Journey
Kate, a recent coding bootcamp graduate, looks back at her experience changing career to learn software development with Northcoders. She reflects on what she has learned and shares advice for bootcamp students.
Kate Drew
My Daily Schedule on a Northcoders Bootcamp
Northcoders student Andrew shares his day to day on the Data Engineering bootcamp, from learning Python in live Zoom lectures, to coding sprints and seminars, including pair programming and a lunch break.
Remote Learning Tips: Setting up the Perfect Study Space
Learn some tips to set up the perfect study space for your remote coding bootcamp. Plan what you need, organise it, and minimise distractions, so that you can learn software development from home.
Bootcamp Life
Tips for Part-Time Coding Bootcamp Students
Learn some tips to make the most of your part-time coding bootcamp in software development. From organising your schedule to looking after yourself, set yourself up for success in tech.
A Scot’s Guide to Computer Science Degrees Versus Coding Bootcamps
Explore whether a free computer science degree or a coding bootcamp like Northcoders is your best path to start a tech career in Scotland. Compare costs, skills, timelines, and job prospects for the best path to software development.