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“Create. Not for the money. Not for the fame. Not for the recognition. But for the pure joy of creating something and sharing it.” ― Ernest Barbaric A key benefit of learning to code is the abundance of new opportunities it brings. Coders have the unique ability to problem solve through technology, which gives them the space to innovate. Some people use their new skill to grow a business, as a means to be creative––or even to grow their passion. At least that’s what we strive for at Tech Ladder...

Interviews are intimidating by nature. We get it. You want a position that you’re confident that you could succeed in, but it’s up to a stranger to decide your fate. So you laugh nervously, fidget and try your hand at small talk while simultaneously trying to memorize your resume talking points. Trust us, we’ve all been there.  Whether you’ve been programming since you were a pre-teen, or just completed bootcamp in your 40s, the technical interview frightens everyone. But don’t fear—just get...

The road to success starts with preparation. While we provide online tutorials for all applicants after they apply, we understand that sometimes it's tough to learn a new language on your own.  Tech Ladder now offers monthly admission prep sessions for first-time applicants preparing for the online assessment. Over the years, there are two things the Tech Ladder team has noticed about bootcamp applicants: 1. They’re awesome; 2. They’re often nervous about the application...

Learn how this Tech Ladder alumna gained confidence through coding. April Rivera graduated from Tech Ladder in April 2018. Within two months she made a seamless transition to her new position as a software engineer at JPMorgan Chase. “I spoke to my friend a few weeks ago about how much your life can change in a few months,” explains Rivera. “Last year everything in my life was so different because I loved my team, but I knew I outgrew my position. But I love the pace of my new...

With its evolving tech scene and promising business opportunities, learn why Wilmington may just be one of the country's newest tech hubs.  Wilmington, Delaware is under construction – and for great reason. In just a short stroll down Market Street, you can see that the lifeline of this city is the creativity of its people and the beauty of its community. New shops and restaurants, revitalization projects, eye-catching art and beautiful co-working spaces are evidence that tides are shifting....

Let us paint the picture. Brian just received his acceptance letter to join Tech Ladder’s next cohort. (Congratulations!) He excitedly calls his loved ones to tell them the great news. He hangs up and logs into Twitter to write a post about “new beginnings” accompanied by a selfie. In the midst of his excitement, a list of responsibilities begins to fill his mind: How will he manage the three months of intense boot camp? Can he work almost 100 hours a week? Where will he live? The Zip...

The Philadelphia Business Journal named Desa Burton, Assistant General Counsel for InterDigital, a 2017 “Veteran of Influence.” The honor was fitting for Burton, but also reflects an accomplishment that will assist many other veterans in the tri-state area. Burton is leading a new initiative conceived and sponsored by mobile technology innovation pioneer, InterDigital, along with JoAnne Schultze and Launia Terry from Liberty USO, which is focused on STEM education for transitioning military...

Jobs and careers are "rebooting" with new combinations of industry-related education and experience combined with computer programming and coding skills, according to a report from tech industry employment experts Burning Glass. The financial industry, manufacturing and engineering, and healthcare are the top industries which are already requesting that employees have coding skills. Two-thirds of the highest-paying and fastest growing jobs in these industries request computer science skills...

The world of code is almost limitless. Learning to manipulate the lines, characters, ones and zeroes that make up scripting languages can unlock doors to vast horizons, qualifying you for a career you love (and that pays well). Sometimes, however, you need a little help preparing for that career. At Tech Ladder, our mission is to create a one-of-a-kind learning opportunity that helps our graduates change their income potential for life, and impact the local economy by increasing the region's...

This interview was conducted with Wendy Duckrey, Delaware Hub Recruiting Lead at JPMorgan Chase by Erica Freedman, Content Marketing and Client Service Specialist at SwitchUp. JPMorgan Chase regularly hires graduates from Tech Ladder in Wilmington, Delaware.  Since inception, JPMorgan Chase has partnered with Tech Ladder to hire graduates into software engineering roles.  The students that graduate from the Tech Ladder program have served as strong employees at JPMorgan Chase,...