Software Development Virtual Seminars
Watch past virtual seminars on demand and discover how to kickstart your career in software development
From cooking to coding
13 January
Meet our full-stack development graduate Frankie. Frankie was a chef for 26 years and, after getting certified with us, has secured a role in web development.
In this virtual seminar, he showcases two of his current projects and offers his advice for anyone looking to start coding.
Code Project Showcase
9 December
Meet our full-stack development students Anna and Ricardo. This time last year Anna couldn’t write a line of code – she has now rebuilt a website for her first freelance client. With a background in engineering and project management, Ricardo is a career changer with aspirations to become a developer. In this virtual seminar, they each showcase one of their projects and offer their advice for anyone looking to start coding.
The Coding Career Journey
11 November
Looking to start a career in code? Meet graduates Mike and Josh who both completed their studies and landed a career in code within a year. They discuss their career change stories, why they wanted to start coding, and their advice to those looking to enter the industry.
Careers in Code
7 October
Meet student Kirsty who switched careers into code from a role as a musician in the RAF. Kirsty decided to use her time off work during lockdown to reskill in coding, and has now started as a developer at PWC. Find out more about her incredible career change story, and discover how you could also reach your career goals.
Careers in Front-End Development
9 September
How can you get into coding with no experience? Meet student Abi who went from a career as a driving instructor to now working as a Front-End Developer for a national network operator, even before finishing her course.
Careers in Code and Data Science
12 August
Want to get into the world of data science but don’t know where to start? Meet graduate Robin who has now landed his dream job at the Office of National Statistics after completing his Python and Data Science training with us.
Careers in Python and Data Science
15 July
Discover the job opportunities available to python and data science professionals with this virtual seminar. You’ll also hear from student Rory who changed careers in the middle of the pandemic from teaching into data science. He landed his first role in the industry before completing his courses with us.
Coding Jobs 101
25 June
Meet full-stack development graduate Matt who completed his training with us. Matt secured contract work as a developer before finishing his course and has now started a full-time role since graduating. Hear him discuss his journey so far, why he chose a career in code and his advice for anyone looking to make a similar journey.
Careers in software development
20 May
In this virtual seminar, we speak to students Maya and Lindsay who have both completed the diploma in software development and landed new roles since finishing the course and working closely with our Career Services team. They discuss the benefits of learning to code, what their new roles entail, and their career goals for the future.
Introducing Code+
20 April
Introducing Code+, the best way to get from novice to pro web developer with no prior experience.
Find career success in software development
22 March
In this virtual seminar, our team of expert coding career consultants explore what a career in software development looks like, showcasing some of our student success stories. They explore the job opportunities available, as well as the skills needed to become a professional coder.
Careers in software development with student Sophie Wickham
10 February
Watch this webinar to explore the steps you can take to find career success in web development. Hear from a former Learning People student working in the industry and the global job opportunities.