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Developer divide: 19 generations of computer programmers

kgerich — Wed, 08 May 2013 15:51:00 +0000

From punch cards to JavaScript, computing history owes everything to those who've programmed the machines

How to set up a multiple-monitor workstation

IDGNS staff — Wed, 08 May 2013 15:17:07 +0000

Having two or more monitors makes it easier for an employee to multitask, but many companies deem multi-monitor workstations too expensive or too difficult to set up. This guide will walk you through common issues, considerations and tips related to deploying multiple monitors.

Why your data center skills need an upgrade

Eric Bloom — Tue, 07 May 2013 00:22:17 +0000

Technical advances in data center management are transforming the types of skills that are needed by people working in a data center.

Yahoo recruiting iOS developers to 'radically improve' Flickr

IDGNS staff — Mon, 06 May 2013 23:46:14 +0000

Yahoo's Flickr mobile app may be getting a completely new look in the months to come, as the company seeks to hire multiple iOS engineers to "radically improve" the photo-sharing site's app and attract new users, the company said in a recent job notice.

How to add video, images to your LinkedIn profile

IDGNS staff — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:28:36 +0000

LinkedIn's newest feature lets you showcase your professional achievements by uploading presentations, documents, images and video to your profile. Here are step-by-step instructions for improving your LinkedIn brand.

11 signs your IT project is doomed

IDGNS staff — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:30:17 +0000

No senior buy-in, minimum spec targets, a 'nothing can go wrong' mentality -- here's how to sense demise before your IT project meets its ignominious end.

5 quick steps for using LinkedIn for recruitment

IDGNS staff — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:19:07 +0000

Don't miss these tools for mining new hires on LinkedIn.

Thornton May: Stalking the elusive data scientist

IDGNS staff — Mon, 06 May 2013 10:08:46 +0000

Since it is virtually impossible to find all needed analytical skills resident in the same human being, it might be wise to adopt an 'ensemble' approach to your organization's deficit in those skills. Insider (registration required)

How to nab a data scientist job

IDGNS staff — Mon, 06 May 2013 10:08:22 +0000

How exactly do you make it to the data scientist big leagues? As it turns out, there is no one right path. Instead, it's largely a scramble out there on the big data field. Insider (registration required)

SAP launches free online training for HANA, other new technologies

IDGNS staff — Fri, 03 May 2013 19:40:50 +0000

SAP is hoping to sow more seeds of interest in its newest technologies, including the HANA in-memory database, through a new online training program available at no charge.

13 quirky tech conferences to check out this year

kgerich — Fri, 03 May 2013 18:12:00 +0000

Get your travel agent on speed dial. These small conferences could be just what the career doctor ordered.

Top 10 programming skills that will get you hired

kgerich — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:26:00 +0000

Where the jobs and the money are.

Veteran tech workers see themselves locked out of job market

IDGNS staff — Fri, 03 May 2013 13:02:19 +0000

Many tech companies have called for the U.S. Congress to ease restrictions on high-skill immigration because they can't find qualified tech workers to fill open positions. Yet, many veteran IT tech workers say they can't find jobs.

IT resume makeover: No time for complacency

IDGNS staff — Thu, 02 May 2013 17:00:43 +0000

Just because you're not actively looking for a job is no reason to neglect your resume. In a fluctuating market the rug can be pulled out from under even the most skilled IT pros, so it's always good to be prepared.

8 tips for retaining top IT talent

IDGNS staff — Wed, 01 May 2013 18:22:58 +0000

How do you retain top IT talent in a competitive market? Is it money? Flexibility? Something else? IT recruiters and executives share their top eight suggestions for how you can keep developers, engineers and IT staff happy.