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Discover career opportunities, essential skills, and real-world applications as I explore the critical role of digital forensic experts in managing cybersecurity incidents. Learn how these professionals utilize forensic techniques to prevent and investigate security breaches, and understand the collaborative importance between forensics and threat monitoring teams. Gain insights into the extensive training, practical experience, and continuous learning required in this specialized field.

In an AI future, tech workers will need to upskill. 44% of workers’ skills will be disrupted in the next five years. Six in 10 staff members will require training before 2027. The World Economic Forum says that “the 2020s are becoming the decade of development for employees and employers in terms of skills and career progression”

Soft skills are the X-factor in career success, fostering empathy, communication, and adaptability. They're essential for navigating today's job market and transforming tech experts into effective leaders, shaping the future of work.

Lori Laub is the CEO and founder of TruCentive, an incentives delivery platform that allows businesses to send gifts, rewards and incentives to employees. Laub credits her parents with instilling the self-belief that she could achieve anything she set her mind to.

In tech, as in many domains, there's no need to start from scratch. Often, we can achieve more by leveraging the insights and wisdom of those who came before us. Allocate dedicated time for learning, whether it's online courses, reading books/blogs, attending conferences.

Almost 50,000 people have been laid off this year, with Salesforce, SAP, eBay, Google, PayPal, Amazon, Wayfair, and Vroom accounting for a significant slice of the pie. So what can you do to help you rebound as fast as possible?

International Women’s Day is on 8th March. Women are underrepresented in tech, with pay gaps between 22% and 30%. Women are more likely to experience digital exhaustion than men. Tech companies need to create an environment that prioritizes belonging and empowerment. Flexibility is also key.

The Russian war against Ukraine has escalated into the most extensive use of cyber operations in the history of state conflicts. This conflict has reshaped the cybersecurity landscape, compelling nations and businesses worldwide to reassess and fortify their cyber defense strategies. As threats proliferate, a critical challenge emerges: the widening talent gap in cybersecurity.

Explore the significance of informal leadership in software engineering for career progression. Learn the distinction between formal and informal leadership, and understand how embracing informal leadership traits can positively impact individual contributors. Discover practical tips and focus areas to enhance your informal leadership skills, empowering you to influence, guide, and excel in your software engineering career. Discover the transformative power of informal leadership in...

Explore the remarkable journey of Ana Mironova, a distinguished product designer at WhatsApp London. From her unconventional career transition to the challenges she faced as a woman in tech, Ana shares her insights on advancements in medical technology, her worries about tech trends, and the importance of breaking societal stereotypes. Join us in celebrating her achievements and embracing diversity in the tech world.