š©āš»What resources do you recommend for someone new to tech?
Udaya Sri
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Hereās a list of resources I gathered after doing some researchš
1. Coursera - Offers beginner courses on coding, data science, and more.
2. Udemy - Provides a wide range of affordable tech courses.
3. Khan Academy - Great for learning the basics of computer science and programming.
4. Codecademy - Interactive platform for learning coding skills.
5. freeCodeCamp - Free coding lessons and projects to build real-world skills.
6. TechCrunch- Stay updated on tech news and trends.
7. YouTube Channels - Such as Traversy Media or The Net Ninja for practical tutorials.
8. LinkedIn Learning - Professional courses on various tech topics.
9. Reddit - Subreddits like r/learnprogramming and r/technology for community support and advice.
10. edX - Offers a variety of free and paid courses on tech topics from top universities and institutions.
Are there any additional tips or resources that are important?
For those in non-tech roles, how do you stay updated on tech knowledge, and how helpful has it been for your job?
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Sophia Brosius@so_p_hia
Donāt forget about podcasts like Syntax and Software Engineering Daily perfect for learning on the go and staying updated with the latest trends.
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@aaezekiel_co Do you have any favorite channel to get started with?
Hussshh!!!!! Too much knowledge for the Day, Thanks @udaya_sri ššš
Trangram
Thanks for sharing, Udaya. Iām a programmer myself, so the list looks familiar to me. I definitely recommend Andrew Ngās AI or Deep Learning courses on Coursera.
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DataCamp needs to be on that list!
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This is a comprehensive and a good enough list already, Udaya.
@vaibhavdwivedi Is it? Looks like itās time for me to start learning. Thanks!
"tech" is really broad to give any real depth. It would really differ depending on the role you want to enter - are you a product marketer, growth marketer, sales rep or product manager ?
@caoimhe_murphy What if I just want to learn for fun and to get all the tech jokes?
@udaya_sri I've worked in tech for more than 8 years and I still don't get the tech jokes. It's a constant state of this: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C...
Great list! I'd also recommend checking out HackerRank for coding challenges.it's a fun way to practice and improve problem-solving skills
Hi there, I agree with your list. For hands-on practice, Leet Code and HackerRank are excellent for coding challenges and improving problem-solving skills. Itās a great way to apply what youāve learned
For more in- depth knowledge, consider reading books like 'Clean Code' by Robert C. Martin or following blogs like Mediumās tech section. They provide valuable insights and best practices. š
Iād suggest listening to tech podcasts like Techmeme Ride Home and The Changelog. Theyāre perfect for keeping up with industry news and learning about emerging technologies while on the go.