Stuck in a tech career rut? Our comprehensive Career Growth hub unlocks your potential for advancement within the industry. We go beyond just technical expertise, equipping you with the full toolkit for success. From sharpening your in-demand technical skills to mastering essential "soft skills" like communication and teamwork, we'll empower you to make a lasting impact. Explore expert advice, industry best practices, and actionable tips on training, networking, and career development… all designed to propel tech professionals like you towards your dream career goals.
Career Growth
Career Growth Trends
Latest Content

Microsoft SharePoint Vulnerability: 4 Lessons Security Pros Should Know
For cybersecurity and technology professionals monitoring the threat landscape, the July and now August alerts regarding a significant Microsoft SharePoint vulnerability chain are a wake-up call about how quickly security flaws can disrupt an organization. Dubbed ToolShell, this exploit chain specifically affects older, on-premise versions of SharePoint—including Subscription Edition, 2019, and 2016—but not cloud-based versions such as SharePoint Online, part of the Microsoft 365 suite, according to Microsoft. After the exploit chain began surfacing in early July, Microsoft released patches to address multiple vulnerabilities. These included a fix for CVE-2025-53770, a remote code execution flaw related to CVE-2025-49704 and CVE-2025-53771. CVE-2025-53771 also serves as a bypass for the earlier fix to the server spoofing vulnerability CVE-2025-49706, complicating the scenario further. Cybersecurity firm Wiz published a detailed blog explaining how attackers can exploit this chain to co

Report: Developers Are Using AI But Don't Totally Trust It
The AI revolution in software development isn't playing out quite like the headlines suggest. While every tech conference and LinkedIn post seems to herald the dawn of AI-powered everything, Stack Overflow's 2025 Developer Survey reveals a more nuanced reality—one that could shape your career decisions in ways you haven't considered. Here's what the data tells us about where developers actually stand with AI tools, and what it means for your professional trajectory. The Trust Paradox: Everyone's Using AI, But Nobody Believes It The numbers paint a fascinating contradiction. Some 84% of developers say they use or plan to use AI tools in their development process—up significantly from previous years. Yet nearly half (46%) don't trust the accuracy of what these tools produce, a massive jump from just 31% last year. This growing skepticism reflects professional wisdom in action. As AI tools become more sophisticated and widespread, experienced developers are getting better at spotting thei

Updated Zero Trust Guidelines That Are Essential to Cyber Pros
With many cybersecurity conversations focusing on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in automating security processes and improving defenses, organizations are still investing in proven methods to secure their infrastructure. Zero trust remains one of those core principles, and its relevance continues to grow. For more than a decade, the concept of zero trust has gained traction among technology and cybersecurity professionals, even as attention shifts toward AI. A recent Zscaler ThreatLabz survey of 600 IT and security professionals found that 96 percent of organizations support a zero trust approach, and 81 percent plan to implement zero trust strategies within the next 12 months. Cyber professionals looking to advance their careers need to build their skill sets around zero trust—a concept that emphasizes least privilege and defense-in-depth—especially as organizations face increasingly advanced threats, including those aided by AI. At the same time, older security technologie

4 Tips for Making the Most of Your In-Office Days
Tech workers on a hybrid schedule enjoy some valuable perks beyond their regular compensation. For instance, they save an average of 72 minutes per day by not commuting and have more flexibility in balancing work and family life. But recent studies show that a blend of in-office and remote work can significantly impact career development and collaboration, bringing both opportunities and challenges. Many respondents who work remotely at least one weekday said remote work hinders rapport building and collaboration. Fewer than 40 percent said that working in a hybrid environment helps their career. How can you keep your career and professional relationships moving forward while mitigating the potential downsides of hybrid work? Here are four strategies for making the most of your in-office days. Schedule Activities That Benefit from In-Person Interaction Smart and upwardly mobile tech professionals plan their in-office days around collaborative tasks and come prepared to maximize their p

6 Things to Consider Before Shifting Back from Manager to Individual Contributor
Occasionally, tech managers discover that managing people isn't the right fit, so they consider returning to an individual contributor (IC) role. In fact, evidence suggests that managers returning to IC roles (and back again) is becoming more common, particularly in tech. Making a big decision like moving back to an IC role often brings about self-questioning and doubts about whether it's the "right move." To help you make an informed choice, we asked two former managers who made the switch back to IC what they learned in the process. Here are six key things they say managers should know and consider before making the move. The Career Impact When considering the impact on your career, it's important to think about your company’s culture and structure, including how roles, responsibilities, and compensation are determined, explained six-time transitioner Philip Su, author of Molochinations and host of the “Peak Salvation” podcast. In some companies, ICs and managers are on parallel care