Man sits at the PC and programs

In an era where technology permeates our daily lives, the ability to code is becoming increasingly important. The demand for qualified programmers is felt in almost all sectors of the economy, and career prospects in the IT industry are extremely promising.

But how can you, as a career changer or newcomer, get started in this constantly evolving world?

Shadows of people meet a wall full of apprenticeships

Deciding on a training occupation: A key to your future career

Choosing the right apprenticeship marks the beginning of an exciting journey into the professional world. As an aspiring apprentice, you have a variety of options available to you, but choosing the right path requires careful consideration. What awaits you during your apprenticeship and later in your professional life? What are your strengths and how can they be used in your future career? These questions are crucial to finding the training and company that best suits your skills and life situation.

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The labor market is facing numerous challenges, including demographic change, rapidly advancing digitalization and the ongoing shortage of skilled workers. These factors not only represent a burden on society, but also offer promising opportunities, especially in terms of salary, in STEM (mathematics, computer science, natural sciences and technology) professions.

According to the German Economic Institute (IW), those working in STEM professions benefit from comparatively high salaries.

A symbolic handshake between AI and humans

At the end of September, “The Creator” premiered in cinemas, a Hollywood blockbuster that plunges humanity into a devastating war with artificial intelligence.

But while the silver screen portrays AI as a threat, in the real world AI is on everyone’s lips, not just in the entertainment industry but also in our everyday lives.

Isn’t it painful to put all the work in crafting the perfect job posting and then not to receive any applications? Or even worse just applications from people not fitting the required profile… If you are in HR for some time you probably had this experience.(If not, congratulations. You do a great job and can skip reading.) There are many reasons for this and often no quick fix is available