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Win amazing prizes with Click Start tech giveaway!

Ready to boost your skills and win fantastic prizes worth up to £2.5k in this tech giveaway? We’re excited to announce our Click Start Prize Draw, offering 18 incredible tech prizes.

Do I need a degree to work in tech? The truth about tech careers in 2025

If you’re dreaming of a digital career, you’ve probably asked yourself: do I need a degree to work in tech? It’s a fair question, especially when the path into the industry seems more flexible than ever. From self-taught coders to computer science degree graduates, people are entering tech through all sorts of routes.

This mix of learning backgrounds is helping to open doors and diversify the industry, and not just in terms of skills, but also perspectives, problem-solving approaches, and lived experiences. Tech thrives on fresh ideas and different ways of thinking, and the shift towards valuing skills over formal credentials is helping people from all walks of life find their place in the sector. 

A Beginner’s Guide to Today’s Most In-Demand Tech Skills

In our digital world, tech skills are no longer just for web developers, computer scientists or hackers. Instead, they’ve become essential tools for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a career change, you’ve recently graduated and searching for your first job or simply have a desire to increase your understanding of modern technology, learning the basics of the top digital skills is fun and rewarding.

Tech for All: Celebrating Women Shaping the Industry on International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate the achievements of women around the world. In the tech industry, women continue to break barriers, innovate, and lead. Despite challenges, their impact is undeniable. This year, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible contributions of women in tech through data-driven insights, case studies, and a look at women-led businesses making waves in the UK.

Should I Do an Apprenticeship in 2025? Decide in Just 5 Minutes

National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is back! Running from February 10-16, 2025, this annual celebration highlights the incredible opportunities apprenticeships offer — whether you’re starting your career, looking to retrain, or an employer wanting to bridge critical skills gaps. 

If you’re wondering whether an apprenticeship is the right path for you in 2025, this guide will help you decide in just five minutes.

Learning to Code: What’s Next in 2025?

If you’re considering learning to code this year, then you’re in the right place. Let’s take a look how we think the coding landscape will change this year.