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[Featured Image: An aspiring learner researches “what is computer engineering,” as they prepare to choose a path for their career journey.

What Is Computer Engineering? Career Guide + FAQ

Learn about computer engineering with this handy FAQ and discover the skills, qualifications, and experience you need to become a computer engineer.

March 13, 2025

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[Featured Image]: Computational linguist applying algorithms and analyzing a written document.

What Is Computational Linguistics? Insights and Career Guide

Computational linguistics is a field of data science that powers chatbots, search engines, and more. Explore some insights into this fascinating career field.

March 13, 2025

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[Featured Image] Two learners compare notes about their coding bootcamps and the assignments they must complete.

Coding Boot Camps: Options, Benefits, Requirements, and More

Coding boot camps provide intensive, hands-on training in practical coding skills for software development careers, covering languages like Python and JavaScript. Read on to discover boot camp options, benefits, and more.

March 13, 2025

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[Featured image] A cloud security engineer wears a purple sweater and works on their laptop at a coffee shop.

7 Popular Cloud Security Certifications for 2025

Cloud security certifications are effective ways to develop and specialise your skills. Learn more about how to advance your cloud security career with the right credentials.

March 13, 2025

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[Featured image] A cloud engineer searches for cloud certifications on their laptop.

5 Cloud Certifications to Start Your Cloud Career in 2025

With the acceleration in cloud technology adoption, knowledge of working with the cloud is poised to become a valuable asset for IT professionals. Read on to learn about cloud certifications from several cloud service providers.

March 13, 2025

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[Featured image] A person in an orange sweater and a blue pixie cut brainstorms character design ideas on their laptop in a co-working space.

What Is Character Design? + How to Get Started

Character design encompasses creating a character’s aesthetic, personality, and visual appearance for media like films, games, and comics. Discover character design and its professional and creative applications, and start creating your first character.

March 13, 2025

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