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Who Invented the Computer? Ada Lovelace
Who Invented the Computer? Ada Lovelace

GoCertify takes a tour through the annals of recorded science to illuminate the origin story of one of the most consequential inventions in the history of humankind. In today's installment: Ada Lovelace.

Microsoft's MSSA Program Still Helping Vets Find Employment
Microsoft's MSSA Program Still Helping Vets Find Employment

Six years after establishing its Microsoft Software and Systems Academy to help former U.S. military personnel get started on IT careers, Microsoft is still assisting vets.

Seven Films That (Mostly) Get IT and Computers Right
Seven Films That (Mostly) Get IT and Computers Right

Those of us who have more than a passing familiarity with computers and IT often can't help chortling, and probably sometimes want to punch something, when we see computers and IT depicted in movies.

U.S. Jobs: Still Growing (Slowly) in October
U.S. Jobs: Still Growing (Slowly) in October

With unemployment still near record lows at 3.6 percent, 128,000 jobs added in October spells more slow and steady economic growth. Ed Tittel digs into the latest U.S. BLS numbers to find out what else is happening.

Making Sense of the Great Cisco Certification Shakeout, Part 2
Making Sense of the Great Cisco Certification Shakeout, Part 2

Cisco Systems is making sweeping changes to its certification program, whacking a flotilla of credentials and moving to a simpler certification scheme across the board.

OpenStack Foundation Hands COA Cert Off to Mirantis
OpenStack Foundation Hands COA Cert Off to Mirantis

In a clear sign of growing acceptance, uptake and maturity, the OpenStack Foundation has now delegated responsibility for the Certified OpenStack Administrator (COA) exam to well-known cloud tech company Mirantis.

Happy Final Day of National Cyber Security Awareness Month
Happy Final Day of National Cyber Security Awareness Month

'Tis the season for spooky stuff! Before you go trick-or-treating or participate in other festive holiday revels, test your knowledge of malware, viruses and famous hacks!

Who Invented the Computer? Charles Babbage
Who Invented the Computer? Charles Babbage

GoCertify takes a tour through the annals of recorded science to illuminate the origin story of one of the most consequential inventions in the history of humankind. In today's installment: Charles Babbage.

Thinking About Database Opportunities? Think MongoDB!
Thinking About Database Opportunities? Think MongoDB!

MongoDB is a NoSQL database, which means it's best used for large amounts of unstructured and possibly text-based data (i.e., it's perfect for Big Data). Today it's about No. 5 in the overall database market by share, and continues to grow.

Who Invented the Computer? (Coming Soon to GoCertify)
Who Invented the Computer? (Coming Soon to GoCertify)

GoCertify is preparing to take you on a voyage through the annals of recorded science to illuminate the origin story of one of the most consequential inventions in the history of humankind.