Transitioning: Embracing the Change
Expectation Setting
Introduction
● Welcome to the presentation on transitioning careers..
● In today's rapidly evolving job market, transitioning to a career in
technology offers exciting opportunities for growth and advancement.
● This presentation will explore why you should consider transitioning,
how to make the transition, and what steps to take.
Why?
● High Demand: Tech skills
are in high demand
across various industries.
● Lucrative Salaries: Tech
roles often offer
competitive salaries and
benefits.
● Career Growth: Tech
offers diverse career
paths and opportunities
for advancement.
How?
● Self-Assessment:
a. Identify Transferable Skills: Assess your strengths, soft skills, and
experiences that are applicable to tech roles, such as problem-solving,
analytical thinking, and communication.
b. Explore Interests: Reflect on your interests within the tech field,
whether it's coding, data analysis, UX/UI design, or project
management.
Overview of the Tech Landscape
Key Sectors Role Skills
Software Frontend Developer, Backend Developer, Full Programming languages (JavaScript,
Development Stack Developer, Mobile App Developer. Python, Java, C#), version control
(Git), frameworks (React, Angular).
Data Science Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Machine Statistical analysis, programming
Learning Engineer, Data Engineer. (Python, R), data visualization
(Tableau, Power BI), machine learning
algorithms.
Cyber Security Security Analyst, Penetration Tester, Security Security Analyst, Penetration Tester,
Engineer, Chief Information Security Officer Security Engineer, Chief Information
(CISO). Security Officer (CISO).
UI/UX Design UX Designer, UI Designer, Interaction Wireframing, prototyping, user
Designer, UX Researcher. research, design software (Sketch,
Adobe XD, Figma)
● Skill Development:
a. Online Resources: Utilize online learning platforms like Coursera,
Udemy, edX, Khan Academy to build on the foundational tech skills
and knowledge you have acquired at Moringa.
b. Bootcamps: Consider enrolling in coding bootcamps or specialized
programs that offer immersive training in specific tech domains.
Codecademy, free code camp, udacity.
c. Networking: Connect with professionals in the tech industry through
networking events, online communities, and mentorship programs to
gain insights and guidance.
● Gain Practical Experience:
a. Internships: Seek out internships or entry-level positions in tech companies to
gain hands-on experience and exposure to real-world projects.
b. Freelancing/Build a Portfolio: Explore freelance opportunities or side projects
to build a portfolio of work and demonstrate your skills to potential employers.
Use platforms like Github
c. Open Source Contributions: Contribute to open-source projects on platforms
like GitHub to showcase your coding abilities and collaborate with the tech
community.
● Community and Support
a. Stack Overflow (https://stackoverflow.com): Community of developers to ask
questions and share knowledge.
b. GitHub (https://github.com): Platform for code hosting and version control.
c. LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com
d. Reddit Tech Communities: Subreddits like r/learnprogramming, r/webdev, and
r/dataisbeautiful offer support and resources
Overcoming Challenges
● Imposter Syndrome: Address the common feelings of inadequacy or
self-doubt when transitioning to a new field and provide strategies for
overcoming imposter syndrome.
● Continuous Learning: Lifelong learning and staying updated on emerging
technologies and industry trends to thrive in the tech sector is important.
● Persistence: Persevere and stay resilient in the face of challenges,
setbacks, and rejections during the transition process.
Questions?
Next Steps
Checklist:
❏ Assess current skills and identify transferable ones.
❏ Choose a specific tech path and start learning and
building upon the basics.
❏ Enroll in online courses or bootcamps.
❏ Build and showcase a portfolio.
❏ Join tech communities and start networking.
