How to Start a Career in Tech After Results Day

How to Start a Career in Tech After Results Day

This week, thousands of school leavers across England, Wales and Northern Ireland picked up their A-level results, many of them weighing up whether a career in tech could be next

How a Full Stack Bootcamp Helped Hafsa Launch Her Wellbeing App

How a Full Stack Bootcamp Helped Hafsa Launch Her Wellbeing App

Hafsa Adeel enrolled on Code Institute's Fully-Funded 16 Week AI-Augmented Full Stack Web Development Programme and used the skills she gained to build her own wellbeing app from the ground up. Here's how she did it.

How Kensi Made a Career Change Into Software Development

How Kensi Made a Career Change Into Software Development

A career in Business Administration. Zero coding experience. And a decision to start again. Find out how Kensi Ranasinghe made a career change into software development and what she's doing now.

Student Spotlight: Why an NHS Data Leader Studied Full-Stack Software Development (Temi Akingbala)

Student Spotlight: Why an NHS Data Leader Studied Full-Stack Software Development (Temi Akingbala)

Temitope Akingbala has spent over a decade working at the intersection of data, technology and healthcare. As a Principal Data Analyst at NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire ICB, he leads workforce planning and strategic decision-making at a system level. When he enrolled in Code Institute’s Full-Stack Software Development Diploma, it was a deliberate, strategic choice; not […]

Career Change to Software Developer: Michael Lake’s Journey

Career Change to Software Developer: Michael Lake’s Journey

Why a Career Change to Software Developer was the Right Move Michael Lake has always been a natural problem solver. Throughout a diverse career spanning account management, podcasting, and film production, he found himself gravitating toward the technical side of his roles. Whether he was automating repetitive tasks, analysing data, or streamlining complex workflows, Michael […]

What is Vibe-Coding and what does it mean for “Real” Coders?

What is Vibe-Coding and what does it mean for “Real” Coders?

Vibe‑Coding Is Trending But Real Coders Matter More Than Ever “Vibe‑coding,” a term making waves in 2025, describes relying on AI to generate code through natural-language prompts instead of typing every line manually. At first glance, it can feel like a threat to traditional programming – if AI can write the code, why hire engineers […]

Student Spotlight: From Passion Projects to Professional Developer — Jonas Hessling

Student Spotlight: From Passion Projects to Professional Developer — Jonas Hessling

Jonas Hessling had been teaching himself to code through personal projects but wanted a clear roadmap and a recognised qualification. Code Institute’s structured curriculum, step-by-step approach, and community support gave him the confidence to turn his passion into a profession. “Code Institute offered exactly what I needed: a structured, step-by-step path that kept me focused […]

Student Spotlight: Building Confidence Through Code — Kaan Redif

Student Spotlight: Building Confidence Through Code — Kaan Redif

Kaan Redif enrolled in Code Institute’s Full-Stack Software Development Diploma to build a career in tech with strong industry recognition. After researching different bootcamps, he found Code Institute’s university-accredited diploma, employment record, and expert teaching staff made it the clear choice. “Code Institute stood out as the most promising option. It offered a diploma accredited […]

Student Spotlight: From Network Engineering to Full-Stack Development — Suzan Dewitz

Student Spotlight: From Network Engineering to Full-Stack Development — Suzan Dewitz

In 2024, Suzan Dewitz completed Code Institute’s Full-Stack Software Development Diploma. With a background in IT network engineering and roles such as Network Technician and Data-Center Infrastructure Specialist, Suzan wanted to shift into a more creative and flexible career in software development.“The course exceeded my expectations. It provided clear learning milestones, hands-on projects, and mentor […]

How Much Do Data Engineers Earn?

How Much Do Data Engineers Earn?

Data engineers are increasingly important for businesses to make informed decisions and gain a competitive edge. The role of data engineers has become increasingly critical. Data engineers design, build, and maintain the infrastructure that enables the collection, storage, and analysis of large volumes of data. But what could you earn as a data engineer? This […]