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How to Choose the Best Coding Bootcamp: Essential Questions for Aspiring Developers
July 21, 2025

The landscape of education has transformed dramatically in recent years, with coding bootcamps emerging as a powerful pathway into software engineering and web development careers. Whether you're interested in software engineering or specialized areas like cybersecurity and data science, it's crucial to evaluate potential programs carefully. We've compiled five essential questions that will guide you toward making an informed decision about your technical education.

Break Into Tech This Summer and Save Big
July 21, 2025

At SMU Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE) and Flatiron School, we’re all about helping people change their lives and build exciting careers in tech. That’s why we’re so excited to share this special summer savings offer!

9 Tips for Maximizing the Effectiveness of Online Learning
July 14, 2025

When Covid-19 pushed the vast majority of the population to make the leap to distance learning, we discovered online learning has some unexpected benefits and can match or even exceed traditional classroom settings. To help you maximize your online learning experience and achieve optimal learning outcomes, we've compiled 9 essential strategies based on pedagogical approaches and student success data.

Understanding Coding Bootcamp Costs: A Complete Guide to Financing Your Tech Career
July 21, 2025

The tech industry is booming, with coding bootcamps offering an exciting fast track to high-paying careers. But with so many program options and financing choices available, how do you know which path is right for you—and how much should you expect to invest?

The Complete Guide to Data Scientist Roles and Responsibilities
July 14, 2025

This comprehensive guide explores the evolution and diverse roles within data science—from entry-level analysts to senior scientists—outlining the essential technical skills, business acumen, and educational pathways needed to succeed in this rapidly growing field.

Unlock Your Career in Tech With a Limited-Time Tuition Offer
March 13, 2025

At SMU Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE) and Flatiron School, we’re all about helping people change their lives and build exciting careers in tech. That’s why we’re so excited to share this special, limited-time tuition offer!

Career Paths After a Coding Bootcamp in Dallas
March 13, 2025

This guide explores the career paths worth pursuing after a coding bootcamp in Dallas , with insight into projected market growth.

What is the difference between a data analyst and a data scientist?
July 14, 2025

While data analyst and data scientist roles attract similar types of creative and logical people, their roles do have stark differences. Here’s our breakdown of the lines between these often mixed up roles.

What is Artificial Intelligence?
July 21, 2025

If you’ve ever wondered “what is artificial intelligence?” or googled “was Skynet AI?”, this article is here to answer your questions.

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