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Startup Layoffs Leveled Off Over the Summer
All around the world, it seems that the pace of startup layoffs has slowed down over the summer, despite the world economy still figuring out how to most effectively navigate the COVID-19 pandemi… -
H-1B Denials: Which Tech Companies Are Getting Hit the Hardest?
Denial rates for initial H-1B applications continue to rise, according to a new analysis by the National Foundation for American Policy (NFAP). But not all H-1B employers are created equal when i… -
If You Want a Management Job, Consider This Certification
Many technologists want to eventually end up in management. But whether they ultimately wish to become a team leader (which would allow them to keep a hand in the nitty-gritty of development and… -
Netflix: Top 15 Technology Skills and 10 Jobs It Wants
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, and millions of people began self-isolating at home, Netflix found itself in a peculiar position. On one hand, demand for its streaming shows and movies spiked.… -
The Power of Soft Skills: Proving You’re More Than Your Techstack
While having a diversified set of tech skills is a must-have, so-called soft skills are increasingly necessary for both businesses and employees to grow and thrive. As our world continues to evol…Sponsored -
Google CEO Sundar Pichai Salary Crushes Median Employee Pay
Google employees have a reputation for high compensation (and great in-office perks, at least when those offices are open). But however much they make, it’s almost certainly a fraction of what Su… -
Salesforce Layoffs Total 1,000 Employees After Strong Quarter
Salesforce plans on laying off roughly 1,000 employees. That news comes on the heels of a blockbuster quarter, with Salesforce reporting that it earned revenue of $5.15 billion (up from $4 billio… -
5 Tips for Onboarding a New Remote Team Member
Research shows that immersing a new hire in your company’s culture improves retention by 82 percent and productivity by more than 70 percent. Alas, onboarding wasn’t a strong suit for most compan… -
Is Rust in Trouble After Big Mozilla Layoffs?
Rust is a pretty popular programming language—it ranked 20th on both the most recent TIOBE Index and RedMonk rankings. It’s also a language historically driven by contributors who work at Mozilla… -
How to Tell If an Online Learning Platform is Worth It
There are numerous online learning courses for building your tech skills—so many, in fact, that it can be overwhelming to try and decide which course is right for you. Is it best to try the thrif… -
What the Gig Economy Pays H-1B Technologists: Uber, Airbnb, and More
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, gig-economy firms such as Uber have struggled at moments to find their footing. With customers trapped inside and curtailing their spending, tech firms speciali… -
Meet the Makers: The team behind Amazon’s Newest Products
From improving the lives of millions to customizing a Disney resort experience - there’s a team for that You know the products. You likely even own one or two (or ten). From Kindle to Alexa, Amaz…Sponsored