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Upgrading from Data Center Tech to Software Engineer

Author: Brittany Gates

  • How I Gave Up Video Games To Study

    How I Gave Up Video Games To Study

    The first time I played a video game I was four years old. Later this year I will turn forty-three years old. Video games is my oldest hobby. And it’s a hobby I don’t actively participate in anymore. I stopped playing video games late in 2024 to use that time to improve my programming skills.…

  • My Python Study Schedule

    My Python Study Schedule

    In this post I’ll explain my Python study schedule as a full-time employee hoping to apply to entry-level Software Engineer roles at my employer later this year. My objective for writing this post is to help other full-time IT employees determine how to create their own study schedule so they can upgrade in their careers.…

  • The Posts’ Theme Changes Back

    The Posts’ Theme Changes Back

    Starting Monday, March 3rd, the posts’ theme changes on my website back to detailing my journey from a Data Center Technician to a Software Engineer. The new content about any new programming topics I’m learning returns! Also, updates about any new projects on my GitHub profile. So why this change? I’ll explain. The Posts’ Theme…

  • More Data Center Work Locations In America To Consider

    More Data Center Work Locations In America To Consider

    This post is a sequel to this post about the best data center work locations to work in America. I recorded a video for my YouTube channel about my article. At the end I talked about more data center work locations people should consider. That got me thinking later on: “I need to write another…

  • Google IT Support Certificate: Great For Entry-Level Roles

    Google IT Support Certificate: Great For Entry-Level Roles

    In my short guide on how to get a Data Center Technician role I suggested individuals look into getting the CompTIA A+ Certification. It’s a popular and widely-accepted certification by various employers. However, that certification is getting more and more expensive as the years go by. So what’s a good alternative? Google IT Support Certificate.…