Top Jobs in Tech
And the skills you need to land them.
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The tech industry is booming - but what are the top jobs in tech, and how do you best transition into them?
From creative thinking to problem solving, there are many skills needed to be successful in the tech industry, skills that you likely possess even if you have no tech experience in your professional background.
As you work to determine if a career in programming is right for you, download our expert guide on the top jobs in tech to learn more about tech roles and the skills needed to land them.
Inside our infographic, you'll find:
A comprehensive list of in-demand tech roles and information on what they do
Industry statistics for the field of software development
Information on the skills needed to land these jobs
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