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Should I become a technology specialist or generalist?
We break down the pros and cons of both, how these might impact your salary and career options, and the benefits of...

7 benefits of AIOps for organizations
AIOps, or Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations, is one way leaders can leverage the latest tech to meet business...

Creating a Basic Kubernetes Mutating Webhook Using Terraform
Kubernetes has a lot of superpowers, and one of the best is extendibility. One of these great extensions is a dynamic...

2023 State of Upskilling: 45 more learning and development trends
From our 2023 State of Upskilling report, here are 45 more top trends in leadership, employee training and development,...

RDS Instances explained: Single-AZ, Multi-AZ & Multi-AZ Cluster
The difference between the single-AZ RDS instance, the multi-AZ RDS instance, and the multi-AZ cluster, and how they...

Top tech skills, gaps, and barriers in APAC, EMEA, and the US
We surveyed technologists and tech leaders around the world. Here are the biggest upskilling barriers, gaps, and top...
GPT-4: All about the latest update, and how it changes ChatGPT
OpenAI recently released their latest AI language model, GPT-4. In this article, we'll dive into what's changed, and...
Pigeon VS AI: Is a wild bird smarter than artificial intelligence?
Researchers pitted a pigeon's peck against advanced AI tech, and found the birds use the same process, called...
I work in tech: Should I always be upskilling?
"Should I always be working on getting my next certificate, or learning about a new technology?" The answer is yes, and...
Upskilling employees: How to overcome the top barriers
Upskilling employees? We found the top barriers to upskilling—and tips on how to overcome them—for technologists, tech...
What are ChatGPT and Generative AI (and how can I use them)?
A lot of people know about the existence of ChatGPT, but not the specifics of the technology. Here's how it works, as...
Bogged down in a data swamp? Here’s how to get unstuck
What are data swamps and data lakes? How do you clean up a data swamp once you've got one? We answer these questions...
Synthetic data: The future of machine learning?
Getting the real world data to train ML models can be difficult. Using synthetic data is not only easier, but can...
Tech in 2023: The top trends to watch closely this year
Here are the emerging trends you should expect over the next 12 months, and how it might affect you and your business.
Work in tech? The top soft skills to develop in 2023
Soft skills matter in tech more than you think. Here's the most important skills every professional should develop,...
What is Kubernetes, and why should I learn it?
Kubernetes expert and best-selling author Nigel Poulton explains the basics of the platform, the pros and cons of using...
Pluralsight’s top tech certifications for 2023
Looking to get more certifications? Here's a list of the top certs to take in cloud, cybersecurity, dev, and more. We...
Keep an eye out for these top tech careers in 2023
The top tech careers to consider if you're after a higher salary, as well as the cities in the world where you'll have...
Pluralsight’s top tech skills for 2023
Looking to keep your skills relevant in 2023? Here are the top tech talents you might want on your resume, and how to...
10 tech articles our readers loved in 2022
These were the articles that resonated most with our talented tech audience (that's you!) in 2022. We've also listed...
How to Rollback Changes with the DNF History Command
What is the DNF history command, and how do you use the DNF history rollback command to undo transactions? We answer...
Endpoint security and cloud architecture
Endpoint security protects enterprises by safeguarding end-user devices from breach or physical theft. Learn how cloud...
Preventing advanced persistent threat (APT) attacks
Terumi defines an advanced persistent threat attack and discusses steps you can take to prevent an APT attack or...
Developer onboarding for new college grads
Pluralsight’s Erik Gross walks through developer onboarding best practices for college grads who need to learn your...
8 benefits of insourcing: Filling tech roles from within
Insourcing (sourcing talent internally) reduces attrition and helps you staff mission-critical software, IT and data...
Developer onboarding checklist: 8 best practices
Effective developer onboarding programs have eight key elements. Do you have a plan for each element and all work...
Perspectives in Leadership: Leveraging data to enhance the developer experience
Data whiz Greg Ceccarelli discusses the current state of software development and why data will always be...
The state of tech: 4 tough questions about change in the shadow of COVID-19
Technology experts discuss COVID-19’s lingering impact on the way we work, the biggest issues and opportunities the...
5 essential fintech skills organizations need to develop now
Learn what fintech skills are more critical to organizations now than ever before, including DevSecOps, AI/ML, data,...
The ultimate guide to tech certifications
With coverage for the top cloud, IT, security and project management certifications around the world, Pluralsight has...
Pluralsight video tips: Customizing your learning journey
Learn how to set a goal, use a path and create custom learning channels to improve your technology skill development,...
State of Cloud 2023: Cloud computing trends across tech
The current state of cloud computing for organizational leaders, including challenges, trends and key cloud services...
AWS re:Invent: Cloud-based talent management strategies
At AWS re:Invent 2022, Pluralsight’s Drew Firment, Head Cloud Strategist, shared the three phases of building a...
Perspectives in Leadership: Using AI and machine learning to enable success
The pandemic challenged companies to reimagine their processes. Hear how Northwestern Mutual used data science, AI, and...
What is a penetration tester? | Pluralsight
A penetration tester simulates cyber attacks and exploits cybersecurity weaknesses to find vulnerabilities before bad...
Expert insights and strategies from the 2022 State of Cloud report
Get the inside scoop on Pluralsight’s 2022 State of Cloud report. Spoiler: leaders want more, but the workforce must...
Learn-to-code bootcamps: Social-emotional considerations
Learn-to-code bootcamps are inherently stressful. Instructor Dana Wyatt describes the social-emotional aspects and how...
Zero Trust: 3 tips for government agencies
When it comes to Zero Trust, where do you start? Our Sr. Security Author Brandon DeVault shares top tips to help...
Data pipeline Q&A
We recently fielded questions about data pipelines and transformation. Here’s some advice for any organization looking...
Reinforced self-paced learning: sticky training for new tech skills
When employees need new tech skills to support a significant digital transformation, organizations benefit from...
Big data terminology: A layperson's guide
If you’re wondering about the differences between data lakes and data warehouses (or other Big Data terminology), you...
Big data pipeline: The journey from data lake to actionable insights
With an end-to-end Big Data pipeline built on a data lake, organizations can rapidly sift through enormous amounts of...
Global skills and literacy shortfalls in data and analytics
Global skills and literacy shortfalls in data and analytics is a problem tech leaders everywhere are facing. Data and...
Webinar recap: Redefining productivity in tech
In this webinar you'll learn the factors that are driving new way of looking at productivity in software development,...
Reskilling programs: Preparing non-tech employees for tech roles
Where do you begin when reskilling non-tech employees for software development jobs? Start with this three-step...
How do superstar software developers affect team morale?
Having a superstar on your software development team is great—but it also comes with a unique set of challenges. Here’s...
Top influencer reshapes the learning platform conversation
Pluralsight Skills is the first 100% skills learning platform ever to break into the CWG Top 10 Learning Systems...
5 tips for talking tech with non-technical decision makers
Equip yourself to present proposed technical solutions in a compelling, understandable way—and get your CEO and CFO on...
Tech skill development and the route to success for financial services
In this Pluralsight + Finextra webinar deep-dive, you’ll learn about solidifying business goals, outlining KPIs, trends...
Career growth requires career development
Career development can help you reach your career growth goals. In this interview, Jeff Moore shares insights on how to...
8 things you can accomplish in a few hours on Pluralsight
If you're a technology professional trying to figure out what you should explore on Pluralsight first, here's your...
The framework of winning: 4 principles for data-driven success
Paul DePodesta, chief strategy officer for the Cleveland Browns, shares insights on how to be an effective leader of...
Webinar | Kubernetes State of the Union
Join our live, expert-led event to cut through the hype and discover the major opportunities Kubernetes can present for...
The fundamentals of artificial intelligence
We’ve all seen elements of AI in action, but not many of us really know how it works. Get a better base knowledge of AI...
Webinar | How to create a mature cloud practice
Demystify cloud migration with the Cloud Maturity Matrix, a device we created to help plot your way forward through...
031 - Building strong tech teams
Tech companies are continuously searching for and hiring top-tier talent, but what happens after they’re hired? How do...
How to skill up on Pluralsight in 10 minutes or 10 days
Pluralsight has a variety of ways you can skill up regardless of the amount of time you have. To help you make the most...
Must-watch technology courses
Using insights from the Pluralsight Tech Index—which shows the relative popularity of the world’s top...
Soft skills for remote instruction, teaching and discussion
When you switch from instructing in person to instructing virtually, you might feel overwhelmed by how much is...
Beginner tools for remote teaching and virtual instruction
In the midst of COVID-19, more people than ever—including professional development coaches, music teachers, therapists,...
Career guide: Start and grow your career in tech
Get insights and advice from leading technology experts on how you can best start and grow your tech career.
The secret to creating your own career-defining moments
Advance your career by creating your own opportunities with these five steps.
What to do before, during and after your next interview to stand out
Want to land the tech job of your dreams? Here are 10 tips to help you prepare for your interview.
10 tips to give your resume the edge
Learn how to make your resume in software development, IT, data, cloud or security shine with 10 tips from experts in...
Cisco’s new certification program is here and Pluralsight is ready
Cisco revamped its certification program, completely redefining their tracks and creating several brand new...
The Remote Work Guide
“How do I work from home effectively?” This guide will provide you with helpful tips on how you can collaborate and get...
015 - The fundamentals of data literacy with Jordan Morrow
Data has the power to change lives . . . when it’s understood correctly. That’s where “data literacy” comes in. After...
Adopting a polynimbus cloud strategy to meet customer demands
See how data giant Acxiom made the quick—and safe—transition to the cloud with continuous upskilling.
Your comprehensive guide to SQL Server
If you administer a Microsoft SQL Server, you're in the right place. Learn best practices for virtualizing and managing...
4 levels of analytics you need for better decision making
When we think about data trends, we think about the big catch phrases like machine learning, big data, AI and the like....
10 principles of data-driven companies
When it comes to shipping a digital transformation project, data gathering and analysis often mean the difference...
Analyzing the Pluralsight Tech Index: Trends in software dev, IT, data and security
The Pluralsight Tech Index shows what’s on the rise and what’s in decline for the technologies that tech professionals...
The next big data breach just happened. Now what?
As data breaches are reported at an increasingly large rate, it’s important for companies, IT professionals and...
Webinar: Top 5 cloud migration challenges
Learn why some cloud migrations fail while others succeed—and ensure you don’t fall into common mistakes!
The AI ethics strategy guide
There are many schools of thought on what constitutes “good” and “bad” AI. This report will show you how to reach...
Webinar: Four steps to building a data-driven culture
Find out more about implementing Tableau Blueprint to become a more data-driven organization.
Ethics in data
The line between opportunity and risk can be thin, especially when it comes to data. Here are the five steps you should...
CIO guide: Building a successful hybrid, multi-cloud strategy
Join cloud expert and Pluralsight author Janani Ravi for a webinar with in-depth discussion and guidance on building a...
Essential tech: Experts weigh in on what’s new in data, containers & machine learning
Get an expert take on what’s happening now (plus peek into the future) in tech. Authors discuss the state of...
Webinar: Transforming government IT with AWS
Cloud computing expert Kevin L. Jackson shares insights to help you take advantage of the cloud, address transition...
What Salesforce's acquisition of Tableau means for data professionals
Salesforce recently announced it will purchase data visualization software company Tableau. Two of Pluralsight’s...
Webinar: Build, run and deliver software more easily and effectively with Visual Studio and Azure
Learn how your team can become more productive and build, run and deliver better software using Visual Studio, Azure...
Webinar: Build, run and deliver software more easily and effectively with Visual Studio and Azure
Learn how your team can become more productive and build, run and deliver better software using Visual Studio, Azure...
One year of GDPR: What we’ve learned, and what’s next
Whether you were an org leader, IT professional or just a consumer, it seemed every technology conference, company,...
How 3 industries are unlocking the power of AI
Here’s how e-commerce, health and transportation are using AI to power innovation and solve real business needs.
Tech jobs of tomorrow: big data
The intersection of machine learning, artificial intelligence and big data will drive a significant shift in how work...
Tech jobs of tomorrow: cloud computing
When it comes to digital transformation, cloud computing is key to business agility and innovation. Learn why.
4 essential skills for data analysts in Tableau
Data analysts are more in demand than ever. Learn what skills it takes to rock this linchpin role and get your free...
Developing Apache Spark applications: Scala vs. Python
Dive into Scala vs. Python with this analysis. This article compares and contrasts Scala and Python when developing...
7 trends shaping data today
Discover the top data trends and prepare your team to take advantage of the power of data.
Becoming a data-driven org: The data skills your company needs in 2017
Become a data-driven organization and understand which data skills your business acutally needs and what you should be...
Top 3 types of cloud services
Do you understand what the cloud is? Expert David Davis takes you through the top 3 cloud services and why each is...
Becoming a data-driven org: How to determine what data your business actually needs
Become a data-driven organization and understand which data your business acutally needs. Learn how to put this data to...
Guide | 3 ways to make time for learning
Setting aside time for your team to train can actually save time. Here’s how to build a culture of learning within your...
Why metrics matter and how PowerShell can help
Learn why metrics matter and how PowerShell can help. Start now.
How to change CSS using jQuery?
The jQuery .css method is used to get or set DOM element CSS properties. This tutorial demonstrates 4 core concepts of...
How to get started programming in R
Curious about R programming? You're in the right place! Read about what R programming is used for, and how to get...
big-data-solutions--it---s-time-to-start-thinking-outside-the-box
When it comes to big data solutions, it's time to start thinking outside the box. Pluralsight author explains why.
DataOps: Using Logentries, Tableau & PowerShell
When it came to figuring out where our Tableau users were coming from, we had to dig into what was actually needed....
Lessons learned: Azure Operational Insights
In need of a little consolidation? Trying to gain insight into the operability of your systems? Want to analyze your...
Achieving PCI DSS compliance with Pluralsight is too convenient for excuses
The goal of PCI DSS is to set forth security standards by which organizations storing or transmitting cardholder data...
Animate your Tableau dashboards on the Web
In this installment of our Tableau Data Series, you'll learn how to animate your Tableau dashboards on the web. Basic...
Are you ready for SQL Server 2014?
SQL Server 2014 has dozens of features and improvements. Two of the most noteworthy SQL Server 2014 features are...
Top 3 Hadoop distributions, which is right for you?
Hadoop helps process large amounts of data sets, but each distribution is different. Learn some of your different...
Guide | Choosing the right e-learning provider and getting buy-in from your organization
In this guide you learn what to look for in an e-learning provider, how you can motivate your staff to use the...
Guide | Effectively Launching and Using Video Training in Your Studio or Company
If you’re looking to implement video training into your studio, there are some important elements to know from the...
Guide | tech skills of tomorrow
Build an organization-wide technology strategy with confidence by focusing on the skills you’ll need to succeed in an...
Pluralsight One + Teach For America
Teach For America recruits and develops teachers to support low income communities. Technology drives its mission, but...
How to Avoid Automation Issues
At its core, automation simply means to create a hands-off task that behaves in a standardized manner. But what you...