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A Career as a Web Developer

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If you enjoy the creative process you might consider becoming a Web Developer/Designer. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), “web developers create and maintain websites and test website or interface layout, functions, and navigation for usability”. Some web developers work in the computer systems design and related services industry. Others are self-employed… many work from home.

Educational requirements for web developers and digital designers vary, ranging from a high school diploma to a bachelor’s degree. But the important point is having the skills necessary and not necessarily a certain educational path. The BLS says the median annual wage for web developers and digital designers was $77,200 in May 2020. Employment of web developers and digital designers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. Demand will be driven by the continued popularity of mobile devices and e-Commerce.

One of the key factors in web design these days is creating a “responsive format”. Responsive Web Design is about using HTML and CSS to automatically resize a website automatically so that it looks good on all devices ( i.e. desktops, tablets, and phones).

A Brief Overview of Responsive Design

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Need a New Job Fast? Positions You Can Get With Quick Training

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Whether you’re looking to switch careers or secure a better paying job, the careers out there are endless. According to the Bureau of labor and statistics, there is a big difference in salary compensation among skilled and unskilled workers. This means that you will be at an advantage if you have a marketable skill set. But you may wonder, which are the best jobs that I can get with quick training? Below are some of the positions you can look out for.

Web Developer

Web developers are in charge of creating and maintaining websites. Some of the best developers earn about $119,000 per year. To get such a job, one does not need to have a degree in programming or similar skills. On the other hand, an online course can equip you with the skills necessary skills required. There are several paid and free programming courses on the internet. YouTube tutorials can be a great place to start.

Chef / Cook

Cooks work everywhere that food is prepared including restaurants, schools, hospitals, private households, and other places. Restaurants are always looking for good efficient cooks. Most cooks learn their skills through on-the-job training and related work experience. Although no formal education is required, some restaurant cooks attend culinary school. Overall employment of cooks is projected to grow 10 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. Individual growth rates will vary by specialty.

Cooks usually work under the direction of chefs, head cooks, or food service managers. Large restaurants and foodservice establishments often have multiple menus and a large kitchen staff. Teams of restaurant cooks, sometimes called assistant cooks or line cooks, work at assigned stations equipped with the necessary types of stoves, grills, pans, and ingredients.

Railroad and Transit Police

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Information Technology (IT) Jobs to Consider

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The information technology field is one that has been booming for the last couple of decades. As more and more businesses gear towards automation, there’s more of a demand than ever before for professionals in this field. Even if you don’t have years of training or a college degree, there are many entry-level positions you can seek in IT.

Web Developer

If you’ve played around with creating websites and have a flair for design, you may want to consider a career as a web developer. These individuals work to create websites for clients. You’ll be expected to have good communication skills to understand and translate what the client needs into their website. You’ll likely work with a plethora of clients and need to consistently create and updating their websites. Being a web developer requires more than just having played around with “WIX”. Educational requirements for web developers vary with the setting they work in and the type of work they do. Requirements range from a high school diploma to a bachelor’s degree. Web developers need knowledge of both programming and graphic design. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook, the median annual wage for web developers was $69,430 in May 2018. Employment of web developers is projected to grow 13 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. Demand will be driven by the growing popularity of mobile devices and e-commerce.

Social Media Manager

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Should You Make a Career Change into Tech?

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Even though there is someone who has made a fortune in almost any industry, not every line of work offers the same prospects for potential advancement, growth and prosperity. Because of this, at one point in their lives, most people come to regret not choosing a different career path. As of late, the IT industry is getting larger by the hour and seems like the promised land for people who have any training or experience in it. However, you may be wondering if it’s possible to make a career change into tech even if you don’t have any previous background in similar fields? Let’s find out!

Advantages of Shifting to IT

Before we even start discussing the idea of switching into tech, we first need to consider motives one might have for making this decision in the first place. For starters, there is a high demand for IT jobs, which means that you shouldn’t have any problems finding the work you’re looking for. In fact, the unemployment rates for top 10 jobs in IT are currently less than 3 percent. According to a U.S. News article the top 10 IT jobs are: [Read more…] about Should You Make a Career Change into Tech?