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TechTrack Apprentices Meet the Prime Minister as Government Unveils Ambitious Digital Plans
The Prime Minister announced a bold new vision for a digital-first Civil Service, where one in ten civil servants will work in digital and data roles. This...
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The power of inclusive job descriptions: A guide for hiring diverse tech talent
In today’s competitive landscape, attracting diverse and talented individuals for tech roles is crucial for driving innovation and success.
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Lights, Camera, Code: Mathilde’s journey from media to tech
Mathilde Ferrand Coeurderoy graduated from Makers in 2018 and is now lead engineering manager at Clearscore, but how did she get there?
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Katie Coleman’s journey from hairdresser to quality engineering apprentice with Makers and Aviva
Katie Coleman is currently completing a quality engineering apprenticeship. Set to graduate in 2025 she’s already added testing skills to her toolkit with...
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Liberis software feature launched in 2 weeks with Makers Accelerator Programme
Liberis exists to close the funding gap for small businesses and empower business owners. We caught up with Tito Sarrionandia, Director of Engineering at...
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Neurodiversity Celebration Week
In honour of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we’re privileged to be celebrating the unique strengths and perspectives of neurodiverse individuals.
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Makers Apprentice Awards Spotlight: Usna Hakimi, a DevOps graduate at SITA
Usna Hakimi completed the BCS Level 4 DevOps apprenticeship with Makers and SITA in 2023. During the pandemic, she decided to leave her job as a Museum...
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Makers Apprentice Awards Spotlight: Orla Dunlop, a DevOps graduate at the Department for Work and Pensions
I was working in a non-technical role at the DWP, following graduating from university with a History degree.
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Returning the favour: from apprentice to mentor
Software engineer Troy Snowden reflects on his time as an apprentice at DWP Digital and his experiences now mentoring others.
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