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What is JavaScript Used For?

Students
Dec. 03 2020
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By
Rachel Meltzer

JavaScript is the internet's most widely used programming language, and has a range of applications. Here are a few examples of what it can do.

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Effective Job-Seeking During the Holidays

Career Services
Dec. 02 2020
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By
Alysha Campbell

The holiday season can be a great time to do some housekeeping for your job search routine. Here are some key tips to help you land your dream job.

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Changes to Bootcamp for 2021

General
Nov. 30 2020
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By
Nour Abi-Nakhoul

We’re adding more value to our bootcamp programs in 2021 with pricing standardization, more personalization, and nationalized career services.

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Best Tech Companies in Vancouver in 2021

Students
Nov. 25 2020
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By
Daisy Robinson

Vancouver is bustling with exciting tech companies. Here’s a list of some that you should look out for during your career search in 2021.

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What Programming Language Should I Learn?

General
Nov. 23 2020
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By
Nour Abi-Nakhoul

In 2020, there are multiple programming languages that beginners can learn. Here’s a rundown of which ones are the easiest to learn and most versatile.

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From Research Assistant to Developer, OWN Tech Student Success Story

Students
Nov. 20 2020
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By
Sophie Theoret

Our impact initiatives are meant to give back to the community, and help students overcome barriers. Here’s the success story of one bootcamp graduate.

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Announcing Our 15 Days of Lighthouse Contest

Students
Nov. 18 2020
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Lighthouse labs

For the fifteen days leading up to Demo Day, Lighthouse Labs is giving back to the community by providing a set of lucky winners with some new WFH gear.

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How Long Does It Take To Learn To Code?

General
Nov. 05 2020
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By
Rachel Meltzer

Learning to code can be intimidating. But it doesn't need to be. This complete guide will have you writing clean code in no time.

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6 Apps Built Using Data Science and Machine Learning

Students
Nov. 05 2020
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By
Eugene Choi

As our graduates have different backgrounds and personal interests, there were a variety of data science & machine learning topics—from sports to gaming to public interest.

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Thrift Shop Employee To Full-Stack Web Developer, With Help From A Scholarship

Students
Nov. 04 2020
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By
Sophie Theoret

Having worked mostly minimum wage thrift shop jobs in the past Quinn decided it was time to do a career change that gives meaningful challenges to overcome.

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Software Developer Salary in Vancouver

Students
Nov. 03 2020
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Lighthouse Labs

Vancouver is a top market in Canada for software developers for opportunity and compensation. Learn a developer's average salary in B.C.'s largest city.

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Data Science Bootcamp Mentor Feature: Kenneth Foo

Students
Oct. 28 2020
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By
Justine Pochynok

Kenneth Foo is a full-time senior quantitative engineer at OpalAI. In his spare time, he mentors aspiring data analysts and data scientists at Lighthouse Labs Data Science Bootcamp

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Top 15 Toronto Startups in 2021

Students
Oct. 19 2020
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By
Tim Huebsch

Toronto is home to some of Canada's top startups as ranked by growth, best to work for, job opportunities and openings, and more.

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Pivoting Your Resume to Land a Job During COVID

Students
Oct. 07 2020
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By
Justine Pochynok

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How and Why Companies Use Python

General
Oct. 06 2020
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By
Rachel Meltzer

Python is versatile and can be used for everything from web development to data science. This is why so many companies use Python.

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