by Tim Collins | May 9, 2017 | Job Search Tips, Mobile Trends, Recruiting Tips, Technology Trends, Toronto, Web design, Web Development
It’s that time again. If you’re an IT programmer looking for a job in Canada, read on for the latest figures on what some of the top IT salaries are. Mobile, artificial intelligence and machine learning are where it’s at In general, the hot stuff and... 
by Laura Upcott | Oct 29, 2013 | Mobile Trends, Recruiting Tips, Web design, Web Development
I love makeovers and this one was long overdue. It’s amazing to see a person or a house transformed. In the beginning it always seems like a hopeless case. Then you see the big reveal and, wow, it’s magic. If only there was a What Not to Wear for... 
by Brian Bloom | Aug 19, 2013 | Job Search Tips, Mobile Trends, Recruiting Tips, Technology Trends, Web Development
There’s no doubt that scripting languages changed our lives in a profound way. JavaScript is the material the Internet is built with. And now, it’s expanding beyond its traditional role as a Web-based language and seeing new applications. In this piece by Nolan... 
by Tim Collins | Jun 27, 2013 | Recruiting Tips, Technology Trends, Web Development
Programming boot camps are one of the best things that have happened in the world EVER because they can be a fast track to learning programming skills that are in short supply. And they are an alternative to traditional post secondary education which may not lead to... 
by Brian Bloom | May 6, 2013 | Job Search Tips, Recruiting Tips, Technology Trends, Toronto, Web design, Web Development
The word ‘hacker’ used to mean an online criminal. Nowadays, it’s practically a job title. We’ve all heard this one before: 18-year old hacker gets busted for virtual break-and-enter. A few years later, he’s travelling the world and... 
by Brian Bloom | Apr 4, 2013 | Job Search Tips, Recruiting Tips, Technology Trends, Web Development
It seems that every year, we see new IT job titles popping up, some of which aren’t very self-descriptive. Here’s one: what exactly is a “cloud architect”? And what do they do that an infrastructure or systems architect doesn’t? Coming to a... 
by Brian Bloom | Feb 5, 2013 | Job Search Tips, Recruiting Tips, Technology Trends, Web Development
In this post, we’ll talk about the difference between outsourcing and offshoring, and where the main friction points are between proponents and opponents of contracting out work to foreign countries. Is offshoring a blessing or curse for IT processionals in Canada?... 
by Laura Upcott | Dec 23, 2012 | Job Search Tips, Web design, Web Development
Setting up and running a programming blog can be a lot of work, but there are huge career advantages that make it more than worth your trouble. Especially if you’re a technical contractor or if you aspire to become one. Blogging your programming solutions,... by Laura Upcott | Aug 23, 2012 | Job Search Tips, Web design, Web Development
A blog portfolio website is one of the best ways to standout in the IT job market. It’s kind of like an e-resume. Only way better. Because it’s more than just a list of your jobs and education. A blog portfolio is a testament to your passion for your work....