If you’ve ever been curious about the inner workings of a product-driven organization, stepping into the shoes of a product manager (PM) is a great start. As the bridge between ideas and execution, PMs orchestrate the process of bringing products to life—ensuring each...
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Mastering High-Demand Tech: 10 Skills Every Freelancer Needs to Attract Premium Clients
In the world of tech, standing out is about choosing the right skills and developing them to attract high-paying clients. For freelancers, specializing can make a massive difference in appeal and pricing power. Here are ten in-demand tech skills that can help boost...
The Ultimate Guide to AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification: Everything You Need to Know
The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification is an excellent starting point for individuals looking to validate their knowledge of the AWS Cloud, independent of specific technical roles. Whether you are a non-technical professional, a student, or someone in the...
DevOps or Cloud Engineer? Understanding the Differences
IT roles have become the backbone of modern organizations. As businesses struggle to innovate and stay competitive, the demand for skilled IT professionals has increased. Among the most highly desired roles are DevOps Engineers and Cloud Engineers, each playing an...
The Importance of Continuous Learning and Development in IT
Adaptation in IT isn't merely beneficial—it's necessary. From groundbreaking software innovations to evolving cybersecurity protocols, the IT sector is in constant evolution, presenting professionals with both opportunities and challenges. In this article, we'll...
Career Development Tips for IT Professionals in a Changing Industry
The IT sector is in a continual state of evolution. For professionals in the IT realm, achieving sustained success and progression requires a holistic approach to career development. Beyond technical expertise, it demands a strategic alignment of skills, adaptability,...
How to Prepare for a Tech Job Interview
Securing a position in the tech industry is an exciting yet stressful experience. The prospect of landing your ideal job often depends on a successful interview. Whether you’re a skilled professional or a fresh graduate stepping into the tech industry, the interview...
How to Showcase Your AWS Certifications and Skills Effectively
Cloud technology is constantly innovating, but one thing remains the same: obtaining AWS certifications are key for cloud consultants and architects to guide organizations effectively. These certifications serve as a validation of cloud computing expertise, showcasing...
How to Write a Database Engineer Resume (With Sample)
In today's world of big data and business intelligence, database engineers are in high demand. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of database administrators and architects is projected to grow nine percent by 2031, and database engineers can...
Solutions Architect Resume Template (With Writing Tips)
Whether you’re just starting out as a solutions architect or you’re looking for your next opportunity, a strong resume will help you stand out among applicants. But how do you write a solutions architect resume? What sections should you include? How long does it need...
22 Solution Architect Interview Questions With Answers
No matter what stage of the job hunt you’re in, researching solution architect interview questions is a good preparation strategy. In this article, we’ll provide you with some questions we commonly hear and provide you with guidance on answering them effectively....
System Administrator Resume Template with Writing Tips
If you want to land a job in the increasingly competitive field of network and system administration, you’ll need a solid resume. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a projected three percent increase in sysadmin employment over the next eight years—that’s lower...
Ask the Expert: Using ChatGPT to Write Your Cover Letter
The cat’s out of the bag, folks. Generative AI is here, and it’s not going away anytime soon. Regardless of what you may think about ChatGPT and the slew of other generative AI chatbot announcements it’s spurred, one thing is certain: generative AI is already hugely...
Where to Find Freelance Tech Jobs
As more tech workers flock to freelance work—whether due to layoffs, personal preference, or for extra income—it’s increasingly important to know where to find freelance tech jobs. Big freelancing sites are a good place to start, but you should have at least several...
How to Make a DevOps Engineer Resume (With Sample)
Having a solid DevOps engineer resume is a crucial first step to landing your next (or first) job in your DevOps career. While an application should also include a cover letter and your portfolio, the resume is usually your first chance to impress recruiters. Here’s a...
Work From Home Scams Are on the Rise—Here’s What to Know
When Tracy Alcaide received an Indeed.com message from a recruiter in September 2022, she was excited. A graphic designer by trade, Tracy was wrapping up a software bootcamp for UI/UX development and wanted a job where she could apply her new skills. The role on...
How to Make a Cloud Engineer Resume (With Template)
Apart from your cover letter, a resume is your first impression to most recruiters—and you want to make a good first impression. Whether you’re a seasoned cloud engineer looking to spruce up an old resume or writing one for the first time, here’s some guidance to get...
How to Start a Freelance Business
While many industries were hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, the freelance market has flourished. According to a 2020 survey, over a third of the American workforce freelances, contributing approximately $1.2 trillion to the US economy. A study released by Fiverr...
Tech Side Hustles: 7 Different Ways to Make Extra Cash
Whether you’re looking for an opportunity to work on something exciting or you need some extra cash, starting a tech side hustle can be a good idea. Companies large and small are in constant need of tech professionals who can work a few hours a week to help with small...
How to Find a Tech Job After Getting Laid Off
Updated on April 21, 2023 If you’ve been affected by one of the recent waves of tech layoffs, you might be wondering where to turn next. Jobs in the tech sector have historically been stable, and many people pursue careers in tech for that very reason. As the US...
How to Write a DevOps/SRE Resume (With Example)
If you’re looking for a job as a DevOps/SRE (site reliability engineer), the first step is making or updating your resume. Whether this is your first time making a tech resume or you’re looking for inspiration to give your current resume a facelift, this post will...
Which AWS Certification Should You Get?
Getting an AWS certification illustrates that you have some of the most highly sought-after skills in the cloud computing space. With a plethora of options, it can be difficult to decide which AWS certification you should get. In this post, we’ll explore which AWS...
How to Become a Cloud Engineer
Updated December 19, 2022Learning how to become a cloud engineer can propel your career as organizations continue to move on-prem workloads to the cloud. In this article, we’ll explore what cloud engineers do, how to become one, and possible career paths you might...
How to Find (H)opportunities and Get Paid on Nerdly
You’ve created a Nerd profile, and now you’re ready to start finding cloud-driven projects. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the basics of Nerdly, showing you how to navigate the platform, find opportunities, manage your settings, and get paid. Let’s get started!...
Be Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable
What does it mean to be comfortable? “Comfortable” is the idea that we are at ease and we are content. In most aspects of life, we all want that. We love comfortable people and we like knowing our day will have a semblance of the previous day and the day before....
How To Be The Most Successful Nerd
With over one-third of US workers participating in the gig economy, it’s no secret that organizations are increasingly looking to independent workers and freelancers for short-term commitments. The term “gig economy” refers to the free market system in which...
Getting Started With Nerdly
Learn How to Use Nerdly Your Nerd profile has been created (congrats!) and now you’re ready to use Nerdly and get to work on some (h)opportunities, as well as get involved in the NerdRabbit community. Our goal is to get you started off on the right (rabbit’s) foot and...
Ways To Optimize Your Nerdly Profile
As the public release of Nerdly quickly approaches, we felt it would be important to give our future Nerds some guidance on best practices for building their profiles. As the NerdRabbit Project Manager, I will walk you through what type of information you should share...
Why Become a Verified Nerd?
When it comes to job searching, it is no surprise that standing out among the crowd has become increasingly difficult. Employers and job seekers often feel lost in a sea of applications, resumes, and names when utilizing various hiring platforms. Candidates and...