The Ironhack Blog

Despite technology doing more for us than ever, there still never seems to be enough time to be as productive as we'd like. There are plenty of software tools, however, designed to speed up work and increase productivity. Whether it's cutting down on distractions and developing good work habits, managing teams effectively, eliminating time-wasting bugs, or even adding a bit of fun to repetitive tasks, there are tools to help. We've done some research for you and identified 20 software development tools designed to boost productivity. Some may even help keep you on track during your Ironhack Bootcamp course.

So the classic model of work isn’t doing it for you anymore. Maybe you’re feeling blocked or trapped or too defined by what you do. You're drifting off at all of your work meetings and Instagram is teasing you with posts of distant friends’ ridiculously beautiful “office locations” #beachoffice. What if there was a way to live and work differently? A way to have more agency of your working hours, your location, your salary, your free time? Drumroll: enter freelancing. The popular and tested means to becoming your own boss in work and life! Ok cool! But how on earth do I pursue this? In her talk “Build Your Dream Life with the Freedom and Flexibility of Freelancing”, Ironhack alumni Clemence gives you all the tips and tricks of how to transition to become a freelancer. Over the last 2+ years she found the flexibility she wanted and is now seizing her dream life! So don’t sweat, we have a summary of her steps for you just here. 

If you’re unhappy with your current job, why not consider switching to tech careers like coding or web development? If you’re reading this, you probably already have thought about making the change, and that’s a smart move. The problem is, many people don’t get past that stage. After reading about long working hours, poor job security, and intimidating skills requirements, most people take the easy route and decide to stick with their current occupation. Don’t be like them. Whatever you’ve heard about the tech industry is probably wrong, and changing careers to coding is much easier than you think. Actually, it’s within almost anyone’s reach. Whether you’re a teacher, a retail worker, or a security guard, retraining won’t pose many problems.

Performing well in almost any career requires some degree of training or education as well as experience. The range of career possibilities within the digital and tech industry is vast. From coding to data analysis to cybersecurity, IT is a broad field with many different facets. There are lots of different training opportunities available for those interested in starting a career in IT. No matter what stage of your career you are currently at, or which industry you might have some experience in so far, there is an IT path for you. There are a few fundamental differences between IT bootcamps and university courses in areas such as digital technology and computer science. These include length of study, affordability, and scope.

You’ve painstakingly changed every password you have in existence, thrown the hackers out of your accounts, and now you are dreading repeating this whole experience. The key to avoiding this is understanding the main risks the authentication processes may face and how to secure them. Our teacher, Jose Carniero, will be your right hand man in making sure this doesn’t happen again.

There are lots of benefits that come with working for yourself, whether that's by starting your own business or taking on various projects through freelancing. Reasons to become a freelancer include flexibility, choosing what you work on and the clients you work with, and earning potential.