Code First Girls’ Post

👋Meet Fiona Hammond in our latest blog! Discover her inspiring coding journey, her dedication to mentorship in tech, and her thoughts on the importance of advocating for neurodiversity awareness. Get to know her story here - https://lnkd.in/e-nzb6kK? #FionaHammond #CodingCommunity #CodeFirstGirls

Ginni Rometty once said, "The only way you survive is you continuously transform into something else. It’s this idea of continuous transformation that makes you an innovation company." But how can leaders build a culture of continuous learning? 1️⃣Create a sense of psychological safety within your teams where employees are supported to take risks, to openly share ideas, and to feel belonging and inclusion. 2️⃣  Implement KPIs related to training, for both middle managers individually and their teams. 3️⃣ Track and share the ROI of a skills framework internally. Key metrics could include the cost of recruitment, attrition rates, enhanced employee engagement, productivity gains, and speed to proficiency. Download our latest report in partnership with the Tech Talent Charter for more tips on how to build inclusive skills programs in your workforce 👇 #Leadership #ContinuousLearning #Upskilling #Reskilling #EmployeeEngagement 

 📢 Calling all women looking to drive their tech careers forward! Applications for our Mid-Level Accelerator are Now Open! 🌟 Have a minimum of 1.5 years in tech? The Mid-Level Accelerator is designed to empower YOU to advance your career and build invaluable skills (hello future tech leaders! 👋🚀)   Ready to take the next big step in your career? Apply today by clicking the link in the comments 👇

☁️ What is C#, and what is it used for? CFG Ambassador Mariam Hussein FHEA, Software Engineer @ Slalom answers your frequently asked questions about C#! 🌟 Experienced in multiple coding languages, Mariam shares the differences and similarities between C# and other languages like C++ and Java, and her best tips for working with and learning C#. 💭 “I started my tech journey learning JavaScript and Python, and there’s a lot of flexibility with how you structure your code in those languages. However, I find the structure and conventions enforced by C# to be reassuring; it helps maintain consistency across projects and makes collaborating with other developers smoother.” 💡 ”Alongside traditional software development roles, proficiency in C# opens up avenues in emerging fields such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and Internet of Things (IoT). With cloud-native technologies like Microsoft Azure and AWS, C# developers can leverage their skills to architect and deploy scalable cloud solutions that meet the demands of modern businesses. “ Click on the link in the comments below 👇 to read more about Mariam’s best C# tips! #CFGAmbassadors #CodeFirstGirls #LearnToCode #WomenInTech#Upskill #UpskillYourself #CodingForBeginners #CSharpProgramming #CSharpDotNet

“Don’t let the weight of expectations define you” A great piece of advice from Shabnam Nawaz, Chief of Staff, Technology at dunnhumby. She emphasises the importance of being kind to yourself and not letting self-imposed deadlines define your journey. Whether you’re just starting out or considering a career pivot, Shabnam’s wisdom will resonate with you. Tune in to our latest episode of #REPRESENT to find out Shabnam’s key advice for any woman starting out their journey in tech. Check out the interview in the comments below 👇 #CareerJourney #WomenInTech #CodeFirstGirls #Dunnhumby 

📢DON'T MISS OUT ON AUTUMN ’24 CFGDEGREE! Time is running out to get your CFGdegree applications in for some of the biggest names in the industry! Applications close TODAY at 5 PM!* Ready to land your dream career in tech? 🔗 Head to the link in the comments to apply now - hurry the clock is ticking! ⏰ *Selected opportunities open until 3rd July, education-only applications close 10th July. #CodeFirstGirls #DiversityInTech #WomenInTech #Upskill #Transform

💡Are you interested in entrepreneurship? Do you have a tech business idea but perhaps don’t know where to start? Look no further, because we’ve got the blueprint for you! Whether you’re already working in tech or completely new to the space, we’re diving into some core steps you can take to bring your business idea to life, which includes: 🧠 Learn: How you can develop your idea(s) yourself 🔍 Research: Learn from the journeys of other women entrepreneurs  🔗 Connect: Reach the right audience ⚡Impact: Solve a problem Link in the comments below 👇 #Entrepreneurship #TechBusiness

✨SHOUTOUT TO OUR DEFENCE PARTNERS ✨ We've teamed up with MBDA, Thales, and QinetiQ to recruit the next generation of women defence professionals 🚀 In 2023, women comprised ~24% of the workforce in the aerospace and defence industry.  Our partners are working to increase that by helping women break into the industry and enter their first roles in tech! 💻 Curious about how you can join our community or engage with us as a tech employer? Check out the comments below👇 #CodeFirstGirls #DiversityInTech #WomenInTech #Upskill #Transform

🎓 CFG Ambassador Sinéad Cummings, Senior Software Developer at Opencast, discusses the various steps she took to progress and develop her career in tech! 🌟 As a mother and career switcher from Biotech, Sinéad shares her best tips on balancing between gaining technical skills and leadership responsibilities in her role, as well as how coaching allowed her to gain more confidence in her role (leading her to present at a prestigious tech conference) and as a mother! 💭 “One of the ways I have found I can continue to pursue my own growth is by taking part in scheduled learning, like CFG Kickstarter Classes and MOOCs. Accountability is a great motivator, so if I am interested in learning something new but don’t know where to start, joining a structured course with live teaching really helps reduce some of that cognitive load.” 💟  “The tech industry is fast-moving and there is always something new to learn, but it’s impossible to learn it all, so I enjoy learning when I have the time and am kind to myself when I don’t.” 🤩 Want more insights like these? Keep your eyes peeled for the next Ambassador Story 👀 Click on the link to read more about Sinéad’s CFGdegree experience! 👉 https://lnkd.in/edet74n2 #CFGAmbassadors #LearnToCode #Upskill #SoftwareEngineer #WomenInTechnology #CodeFirstGirls #WomenInTech #TechCareer #CareerProgression #CareerDevelopment