In an increasingly interconnected world, our reliance on technology has never been greater. From social media to cloud services, tech giants have become integral to
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept confined to science fiction. It has become an integral part of our daily lives, powering everything
The concept of being a digital nomad has gained significant traction in recent years, especially with the rise of remote work technologies and the shift
Retirement often marks the beginning of a new chapter in life, filled with opportunities for growth and exploration. One avenue that has gained traction among
In today’s digital age, coding has become an essential skill across various industries. For young adults, learning to code can open up numerous career opportunities
Introduction In an era where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, the debate on whether coding should be a fundamental skill for children and
In recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a powerful tool in various sectors, including healthcare, finance, and entertainment. However, one of the most controversial
Introduction In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, the importance of coding has been a widely accepted notion. For years, learning to code has been
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming various aspects of our lives, from healthcare and transportation to communication and entertainment. As this technology evolves, it brings
The digital age has brought about a significant demand for coding skills, prompting many individuals to consider learning how to code. Two popular pathways for
Great News – National Coding Week returns 16th September for its 11th year! National Coding Week is dedicated to inspiring individuals of all ages to
October 10th marks a special day in the calendar – Ada Lovelace Day. Named after Ada Lovelace, the world’s first computer programmer, this day is
Our theme for this year’s National Coding Week has been Artificial Intelligence (AI), so we thought we’d ask an AI system to “advise us” on
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) has swiftly evolved from being a futuristic concept to an integral part of our everyday lives. As AI technologies continue to
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, learning how to write computer code has become an essential skill. Whether you aspire to become a professional software
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly infiltrated various aspects of our lives, transforming the way we work, communicate, and even learn. In the realm of education,
In today’s digitally driven world, the ability to code is not just a skill reserved for the tech-savvy youth. The notion that coding is exclusively
As the world hurtles towards an era defined by technology and connectivity, the landscape of employment is undergoing a profound transformation. The rise of automation,
Over the past decade, National Coding Week has emerged as a transformative force in the world of education and technology. Founded with the vision of
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in our world, revolutionising industries and reshaping the way we live and work. However, alongside
With the passing of Queen Elizabeth II aged 96, we reflected on how the world has changed since she was born in 1926. We made
Ada Lovelace Day celebrates the achievements of all women in STEM – her story can inspire others to ‘believe and achieve’. Augusta Ada King-Noel, Countess
Where it all began The topic ‘Be Inspired’ made me look back at what it was that originally got me into working with software… it
I moved to Jersey in 2012, when I was 21 with no real idea of what I wanted to do as a career. My first
Les Hoûmets residents join digital revolution It’s National Coding Week and while children are learning coding skills in school, the residents of Les Hoûmets Care
My technical career began in 1995 when I was 25 years old, working as a Computer Engineer at Reuters. We focussed on the hardware, software,
The digital revolution has sparked a career change for many. It’s no secret that the demand for digital skills is accelerating, as innovations in technology
On one level, tech should be the most diverse and inclusive industry, after all, employers don’t care what school you went to, your skin colour,
A new way of learning to code. With Covid disrupting children’s education and an increase in home schooling; parents and teachers are looking for as
It’s been a funny old year so far! So we hope you are well and ready for National Coding Week 2021. We won’t be holding
Going back to BASIC ! In my youth I wrote BASIC language but I really only dabbled by copying out of a book to create
One of the top ten jobs in tech this year is Project Management. In this article my aim is to share some experience, notably connecting
Learning to Code Children learn the principles of coding in school and many schools offer terrific opportunities and experiences, but sometimes, it’s later in life
OK, bring it on. Where do I begin? So, you wanna code? There’s a tonne of ways to get into coding, but if you’re anything
So you’ve read my 5 Top Tips in Learning to Code But, wait you aren’t a coder yet? Well. Don’t worry – lucky for you,
What is it like being a Coder? Being a Coder means constantly learning, reading, planning, mapping out a new creation, thinking about how to solve
Thinking, designing, mentoring and a sense of humour – Creative Director Ruthie Hawkesford describes her role at Us Creatives and gives us some insights into
Background The Digital Greenhouse is Guernsey’s Innovation Hub, which launched in 2016 to support effective collaboration, co-working, networking and learning to enable successful innovation and
When Covid19 hit the country, Les Hoûmets Care Home in Jersey locked down fast. This had the effect of not only protecting staff and residents
I made sure I invested time to build on what was working, build my digital skills and build my new business. My Background Up until
W/C 14th September 2020 It’s National Coding Week! That special week of the year where we challenge ourselves to learn new digital skills. In previous
Intro National Coding Week is looking for beacons of good practice; examples of people or organisations who help others gain confidence and skills when learning
It was last year, during National Coding Week, that we held our first ever Code Playground Live session. We broadcast a coding session, via our YouTube
This National Coding Week one company has gone a step further to ensure an educational and engaging experience for participants at their coding events. JT,
Revolutions and Beacons We are in the middle of a revolution, a digital revolution. You may have strong feelings about it, the opportunities it provides
Matt VanderZwaag Director of Product Development at US Signal has kindly provided us with a National Coding Week guest blog for Cyber Security Awareness Month.
Jeannie Warner security manager at WhiteHat Security, has kindly provided us with a National Coding Week guest blog for Cyber Security Week. When you
Guest blog for National Coding Week kindly provided by WhiteHat Security Now in its fifth year, National Coding Week has gone from strength to
Helen from The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has kindly provided us with a thought-provoking blog for NationalCoding Week. National Coding Week celebrates how software
Life as an Digital Marketing Intern The weeks continue to fly by as I intern at JT thanks to the Internship Programme run
Background I generally consider myself to have started coding at 38 when I started university as a mature student, but I first wrote code
The digital revolution is real and it’s here. No longer can we say “no, I don’t teach technology – that’s someone else’s job” because it’s
“You do what?”, is a fairly standard response when I explain my job to people – they think I’m making it up. Especially when I
Hi, I’m John Assiter and I look after JT’s online self-serve touch points, which includes everything from our online portal to an array of self
Background Louize Clarke is Director of ConnectTVT a Reading-based platform which aims to connect the tech and digital dots across the Thames Valley. Louize also
Background For Ed Jewell, coding, like any written language, is all about communication – promoting the intricacies of computer programming and digital literacy within
School wasn’t for me To say that Jonathan was a ‘difficult student’ would be the understatement of the year. At least, that’s what his
Background In 2010 my work life and family life came to a grinding halt. I was a fit and healthy individual who hadn’t taken a
CodeUp National Coding Week is an initiative that speaks right to the heart of the CodeUp organisation and everything we stand for. Founded in 2014
Background To mark National Coding Week, FutureLearn hosted two events, which showed how easy it is to start learning to code. In this post,
“Hello! I’m Amy Phillips – programmer at Media Molecule where I work 2 days a week (plus some work from home). I am also a stay-at-home
Background My name is Lucy Witham and I am from Guernsey in The Channel Islands. I currently work for the States of Guernsey as
National Coding Week 2017 (18 September – 23 September) will see Jersey Library become a playground for all things digital as we seek to give
Background My name is Dr Martin Goodfellow and I’m from Glasgow, Scotland. I currently work as the Coder in Residence at Glasgow Life. My
National Coding Week Awards 2016 Watch highlights from the 2016 National Coding Week Awards: We are delighted to announce the winners in
“It’s our pleasure to announce that we’re supporting National Coding week in September! It’s a great way of getting adults into coding, and showcases how