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SUMMARY:Paws & Pivot: Software Fundamentals - Why is Software Still Eating the World?
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Recording\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Dr. Mohammad Samarah from UMBC’s Software Engineering Graduate Program for Software Fundamentals: Why is Software Still Eating the World?\, a webinar that explores the foundational role software plays across industries and why understanding its basics is essential in today’s tech-driven economy. \n\n\n\nAbout Paws & Pivot:\n\n\n\nUMBC is committed to empowering individuals in the Baltimore and Washington metro areas impacted by recent workforce changes through our webinar series\, Paws & Pivot. This series provides a crucial platform for recently laid-off federal workers and other affected professionals to connect\, learn\, and thrive. Our expert-led sessions will focus on providing practical resources and fostering a community of practice centered on successful career transitions\, essential upskilling opportunities\, and leveraging available community support. \n\n\n\nVisit the Paws & Pivot webpage to sign up for reminders about upcoming webinars and to view recordings of previous events. \n\n\n\nLearn more about additional areas of support by visiting UMBC’s Resources for Displaced Federal Workers and Beyond.
URL:https://professionalprograms.umbc.edu/event/paws-pivot-software-fundamentals-why-is-software-still-eating-the-world/
CATEGORIES:Paws & Pivot,Software Engineering
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SUMMARY:Paws & Pivot Webinar Series: Trends in the Labor Market
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Recording\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Faith Dinh from UMBC’s Division of Professional Studies for Trends in the Labor Market\, a data-driven webinar that highlights emerging industries\, in-demand skills\, and what today’s shifting workforce means for your career planning. \n\n\n\nView the Event on myUMBC\n\n\n\nAbout Paws & Pivot:\n\n\n\nUMBC is committed to empowering individuals in the Baltimore and Washington metro areas impacted by recent workforce changes through our webinar series\, Paws & Pivot. This series provides a crucial platform for recently laid-off federal workers and other affected professionals to connect\, learn\, and thrive. Our expert-led sessions will focus on providing practical resources and fostering a community of practice centered on successful career transitions\, essential upskilling opportunities\, and leveraging available community support. \n\n\n\nVisit the Paws & Pivot webpage to sign up for reminders about upcoming webinars and to view recordings of previous events. \n\n\n\nLearn more about additional areas of support by visiting UMBC’s Resources for Displaced Federal Workers and Beyond.
URL:https://professionalprograms.umbc.edu/event/paws-pivot-webinar-series-trends-in-the-labor-market/
CATEGORIES:Paws & Pivot
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SUMMARY:Paws & Pivot Webinar Series: Teach Yourself Data Science
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Recording\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Dr. Ergun Simsek from UMBC’s Data Science Graduate Program for Why & How to Teach Yourself Data Science\, a webinar that explores practical strategies\, tools\, and mindsets to build your skills independently and confidently in this high-demand field. \n\n\n\nView the Event on myUMBC\n\n\n\nAbout Paws & Pivot:\n\n\n\nUMBC is committed to empowering individuals in the Baltimore and Washington metro areas impacted by recent workforce changes through our webinar series\, Paws & Pivot. This series provides a crucial platform for recently laid-off federal workers and other affected professionals to connect\, learn\, and thrive. Our expert-led sessions will focus on providing practical resources and fostering a community of practice centered on successful career transitions\, essential upskilling opportunities\, and leveraging available community support. \n\n\n\nVisit the Paws & Pivot webpage to sign up for reminders about upcoming webinars and to view recordings of previous events. \n\n\n\nLearn more about additional areas of support by visiting UMBC’s Resources for Displaced Federal Workers and Beyond.
URL:https://professionalprograms.umbc.edu/event/paws-pivot-webinar-series-teach-yourself-data-science/
CATEGORIES:Data Science,Paws & Pivot
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SUMMARY:Paws & Pivot Webinar Series: AI Demystified
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Recording\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Dr. Mohammad Samarah\, Graduate Program Director for UMBC’s Software Engineering Graduate Program for AI Demystified: The 7 As of AI and How You Can Use It to Your Advantage\, a practical webinar that breaks down key concepts in artificial intelligence and explores how you can leverage them in your personal and professional life. Whether you’re curious or cautious about AI\, this session will help you engage with it more confidently and strategically. \n\n\n\nView the Event on myUMBC\n\n\n\nAbout Paws & Pivot:\n\n\n\nUMBC is committed to empowering individuals in the Baltimore and Washington metro areas impacted by recent workforce changes through our webinar series\, Paws & Pivot. This series provides a crucial platform for recently laid-off federal workers and other affected professionals to connect\, learn\, and thrive. Our expert-led sessions will focus on providing practical resources and fostering a community of practice centered on successful career transitions\, essential upskilling opportunities\, and leveraging available community support. \n\n\n\nVisit the Paws & Pivot webpage to sign up for reminders about upcoming webinars and to view recordings of previous events. \n\n\n\nLearn more about additional areas of support by visiting UMBC’s Resources for Displaced Federal Workers and Beyond.
URL:https://professionalprograms.umbc.edu/event/paws-pivot-ai-demystified/
CATEGORIES:Paws & Pivot,Software Engineering
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SUMMARY:Paws & Pivot Webinar Series: Building Your Digital Brand
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Recording\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nIn today’s competitive job market\, building a strong digital brand is essential for standing out to employers and expanding your professional network. Join Dr. Rowena Winkler from the UMBC Career Center to learn the importance of creating a compelling LinkedIn profile that effectively showcases your skills\, experiences\, and professional interests\, and how to leverage that profile to expand your network. \n\n\n\nView the Event on myUMBC\n\n\n\nAbout Paws & Pivot:\n\n\n\nUMBC is committed to empowering individuals in the Baltimore and Washington metro areas impacted by recent workforce changes through our webinar series\, Paws & Pivot. This series provides a crucial platform for recently laid-off federal workers and other affected professionals to connect\, learn\, and thrive. Our expert-led sessions will focus on providing practical resources and fostering a community of practice centered on successful career transitions\, essential upskilling opportunities\, and leveraging available community support. \n\n\n\nVisit the Paws & Pivot webpage to sign up for reminders about upcoming webinars and to view recordings of previous events. \n\n\n\nLearn more about additional areas of support by visiting UMBC’s Resources for Displaced Federal Workers and Beyond.
URL:https://professionalprograms.umbc.edu/event/paws-pivot-building-your-digital-brand/
CATEGORIES:Paws & Pivot
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