The Ironhack Blog

The tech industry is not immune to challenges by any means. In fact, it’s an industry that’s not simply had to face adversity, but rather, it’s grown and transformed specifically because of the challenges that it’s faced. The pace at which tech is expanding means that an adaptable structure is necessary and the accelerating demand for new innovations is a core reality for tech. That said, the industry does not shy away from adversity; instead, it’s proven to be adaptive, agile and resilient in the face of tough situations. Understanding how the industry faces adversity is crucial in thinking through the future of big tech. 

You’ve been at your current role for a while and don’t see any room for growth or maybe you aren’t happy with your position or boss. Making the decision to switch jobs can be challenging and you might be filled with doubt or concern about your future decisions: is it the right choice? What if you’re worse off after the switch? What if you can’t find a new job? 

Whew! It’s finally time to start the job search and you know what your dream role is. But be it UI designer, cybersecurity professional, web developer, or data analyst, one thing is true: recruiters are looking for both hard and soft skills. What does this mean? Well, tech jobs are increasingly universal and employers want workers that can do it all. And no, we don’t mean doing every role. We mean your future employer will be looking for candidates that boast the technical capacities needed (hard skills) and general skills (soft skills). 

Congrats! You’ve made the amazing decision to kickstart your career in tech and are getting ready to head into your first week at Ironhack. You’re probably feeling a lot of feelings: excitement, nervousness, and anticipation. But don’t worry: we’re here to help you throughout your tech journey and you’ll have your teacher, fellow Ironhackers, and teaching assistants by your side throughout the entire process.

“Some of us lose, and some of us win. What’s important is that we’re telling our stories and standing up for ourselves and for one another.”

The tech industry has grown significantly over the past several years and is only expected to continue to grow in the future. In many cases, this growth is driven by women who work in tech. We hope to highlight 5 women who are changing the face of tech in order to inspire other women to step up to the plate and take and ensure that women’s contributions don’t go unacknowledged.