Tech Insights

Developing the pipeline of technology talent is critical to ensuring the continuation of advancements and is a major concern amongst business leaders. One way technology leaders can contribute to building up the talent pipeline is to share fun, affordable, and educational resources with young students interested in STEM careers. The Forbes Technology Council interviewed fourteen tech leaders, including Patrick Emmons, Founder and CEO of DragonSpears, to ask them for suggestions on resources for students interested in the technology industry.

Developers have a lot on their plate when they start at a new company. Whether it be the development environment, project information, or the organizational culture of their employer or clients, they need to learn a lot – and quickly. Adopting a strong onboarding process is vital if you want new full-time developers or contractors to succeed. Here is an 8-step developer onboarding checklist that will help you seamlessly integrate new hires onto your agile team and keep them around for the long run.

I recently participated in the University of Notre Dame College of Engineering Women’s Advisory Group on a mission to help engineering students transition into successful professionals with rewarding careers. We worked in collaboration with the Center for Career Development and met with upcoming graduates getting ready to make their mark on the world. We discussed the following ideas on how to develop engineering careers that are fulfilling personally and professionally.