The blog
Nobody tells you what working in tech actually looks like
Honest writing about the roles, the routes in, and the parts nobody explains properly. No jargon, no gatekeeping.
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What did someone else see in you?
Reflections from the Girls & Tech of Tomorrow Career Lab, plus a free exercise you can run yourself to find out what other people already see in you.
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Can you work in tech without coding?
You can build a career in tech without becoming a developer. Explore roles that do not require coding and learn what technical understanding you do need.
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What are the non-technical jobs in tech?
Explore non-technical and non-coding jobs in tech, from project management and customer success to change, product, governance and user experience.
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How to change careers into tech without starting over
Changing careers into tech does not mean erasing your experience. Learn how to build on what you know, close the right gaps and make a realistic move.
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The skills you already have that tech employers want
You may already have skills tech employers need. Learn how communication, organisation, analysis, empathy and industry experience transfer into tech roles.
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How long does it really take to get into tech?
A move into tech may take months rather than weeks. Explore realistic timelines, what affects your pace and how to know when you are ready to apply.
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What do you actually need to learn first?
Do not try to learn all of tech. Choose a role, identify the right knowledge and experience gaps, then build a focused learning plan that supports your goal.
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Is tech even for me?
Wondering whether a career in tech could suit you? Explore the roles, core skills and experience you may already have, even if you cannot code.
Ready to go further
You do not have to be technical to work in tech
The book takes everything here and puts it in order, from what the roles actually involve to how you position yourself for them.