Software is hierarchy A respected engineering colleague once told me that the hallmark of an exceptional software engineer is that they can create a great document outline. Software engineering is a profession that requires humans to become adept at thinking like machines – organized, hierarchical, logical. It requires a certain knack for creating a mental
Welcome to the Meet the Mentor series! In this series, we sit down with software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity analysts, and more to uncover their unique career journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the wisdom they’ve gained along the way. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, these stories are packed with
At Flatiron School, we’re committed to making tech careers more accessible. That’s why we’re thrilled to work with Akamai, a global leader in cloud security and content delivery, to help make our vision of a diverse tech industry a reality. Akamai is our latest employer partner to sign on to support our Lovelace and Ford
For fledgling developers, Python is often one of the first programming languages they learn. Here are 7 jobs you could land by learning this versatile and easy-to-learn language.
Self-Reported Alumni OutcomesPublished: August 2025 At Flatiron School, we regularly survey our alumni to understand their career journeys after graduation better. The following insights are based on self-reported data from students who accepted a job in the last 12 months (from July 2024 through June 2025). Highlights Self-Reported Compensation Changes Among respondents who provided compensation
Flatiron School is excited to partner with Southern Methodist University (SMU) to launch a suite of accelerated programs designed to help individuals pivot or advance in tech careers.
Wendolyne Barrios spent a decade in food service before pivoting to UX / UI Product Design. Six months out from graduation, she’s opened her own design agency.
“I appreciated the collaborative environment of the program, where we were encouraged to work in teams, brainstorm, and devise solutions for our projects.”
After 7 years as a dental tech, Sabrina Hernandez was ready for a change. She enrolled in Flatiron School and has since pivoted into a career in UX / UI Product Design.
Flatiron School is thrilled to announce a partnership with the Bletchley Institute, an organization dedicated to creating the premier community for technologists and creatives.
Flexibility, accessibility, cost, and how well you function in an environment that might hold distractions are just a few factors to consider when choosing an online or in-person cybersecurity bootcamp experience.