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Remote work solutions for software engineering teams
Learn about how Pluralsight’s Flow can provide remote work solutions to some common work from home challenges.
Developer onboarding for new college grads
Pluralsight’s Erik Gross walks through developer onboarding best practices for college grads who need to learn your...
Improve the developer experience to speed software delivery
Learn about how a good developer experience establishes a strong cultural foundation, preserves top talent, and drives...
Windows 11, beneath the hood: A complete guide
What’s the state of Windows 11, and is it worth it? Where can I find training resources? We answer these questions and...
Perspectives in Leadership: Tech Talent 2022
Pluralsight discusses the 2022 Tech Talent Report, which includes insights into workforce transformation, cloud...
Perspectives in Leadership: Evaluating DevSecOps Tools
Pluralsight sat down with Shea Stewart from Gigaom to discuss evaluating DevSecOps tools, solution architecture,...
From phone sales to six figures: How ACG helped Winston Smith
Cloud engineer Winston Smith shares the story of how A Cloud Guru’s AWS and Microsoft Azure Certifications took his...
How to transform from Waterfall to Agile development
Explore development in Agile vs Waterfall, why it might be a good idea to make the switch to Agile, and how you can do...
Perspectives in Leadership: Github's Thibault Imbert on creating internal product champions
Github's Thibault Imbert discusses creating internal product champions on Pluralsight's Perspectives in Leadership...
Pluralsight Flow announces new value stream analytics and team health tools
Improving overall dev satisfaction and organizational production requires a holistic approach. That’s what you’ll get...
Engineering insights best practices
What metrics should you look at when you want to focus on becoming a more data-driven organization? Pluralsight Flow...
Do corporate universities create a competitive advantage?
Corporate Universities are gaining popularity as employers move to centralized training functions so they can align...
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...
Test-driven development: Avoiding implementation mistakes
Test-driven development reduces rework and associated costs. Learn about TDD benefits, downsides, & barriers to...
Matching learners to the right introductory software courses
For people new to coding, it's vital to know the differences between courses that teach software languages and courses...
Recruiting tips for a coding bootcamp
How do you identify employees (or external candidates) who will thrive—or at least persevere—in an intense reskilling...
How to reduce queue time from 118 to 23 hours in under a year
Learn how the Pluralsight Flow team used our engineering insights tool to reduce queue time from 118 to 23 hours in...
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...
Develop better. Develop together.
LeadDev revolved around a crucial message: by fostering a collaborative culture, leaders can create happy and healthy...
Multi-cloud pros and cons
Multi-cloud investments are common but risky for organizations. Cloud guru Scott Pletcher explains the pros and cons of...
Perspectives in Leadership: The data engineering leaders need to prioritize
Senior Software Engineer Kristen Foster-Marks discusses how the right type of data can make a huge difference in...
Dispelling common misconceptions about engineering insights
Pluralsight Flow goes beyond engineering insights to promote team health and collaboration. Learn more about common...
What’s the top barrier to cloud maturity?
Pluralsight’s Drew Firment, who holds a patent for measuring cloud maturity, offers insights on what’s required to...
How to improve your delivery success rate with Pluralsight Flow’s Sprint Movement report
Pluralsight Flow’s new Sprint Movement report helps remove developer bottlenecks
to optimize coding time and create...
Peloton, Strava and the importance of statistical dashboards
See how Pluralsight Flow helps developers grow in their roles and create more unity on their teams.
Gartner® names Pluralsight Flow as a Representative Vendor for value stream tool for software engineering leaders
We’re proud of the capabilities of Flow and are honored to be mentioned in a recent Gartner® report on value stream...
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...
Level up your developers’ experience with engineering insights
The Great Resignation has made employee satisfaction essential. This makes engineering insights platforms like...
Technical debt poses a cybersecurity risk
Get a layperson’s explanation of “technical debt” and the implications for business leaders in this brief interview...
What’s next for cloud in 2022 (and how can you prep for it?)
From machine learning with SageMaker, to AWS Amplify Studio, to storage and data, this blog will cover some of the...
What “The Great British Baking Show” teaches us about teamwork in software development
“The Great British Baking Show” inspires millions of viewers around the globe. Find out how it’s inspiring better...
Creating and holding space for employee mental health
Mental Health is a big deal. Here we share best practices for boosting mental health awareness at tech organizations...
Pluralsight Flow and the SPACE of developer productivity
How Pluralsight Flow can help your org use the SPACE framework for developer productivity
The importance of mental health awareness in tech
Discussing the importance of addressing mental health in the tech industry and ways to help create safe spaces to...
Understanding DORA Metrics and How Pluralsight Flow Helps
How Pluralsight Flow can help your org use the DORA metrics to improve your DevOps workflow. See how Flow's devops...
Cloud Tracker: Get caught up and stay relevant on all things cloud
Join cloud strategist and Pluralsight author David Tucker for Cloud Tracker, your source for the the latest news,...
The 10 most binged technology courses during COVID-19
These are the most viewed courses, paths and assessments in the year since COVID-19 forced a large part of the...
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,...
Your 2021 cybersecurity playbook
Cybersecurity in 2021 is all about deploying solutions to help users avoid cyberattacks by providing additional...
Shaking Down the Raspberry Pi 400
I recently got my hands on the Raspberry Pi 400, the "$70 desktop PC", and tried it out for a few days. As someone who...
Deploying .NET apps to containers on AWS
Learn how to use the AWS Toolkit for Visual Studio to publish a simple ASP.NET Core application to Fargate.
The ultimate guide to tech certifications
With coverage for the top cloud, IT, security and project management certifications around the world, Pluralsight has...
Blazor questions answered: Security, browser support, synchronization and more
If frameworks like Angular feel like too steep of a learning curve for you to deal with, it might be time to check out...
15 Common Angular Questions Answered
Angular expert and Pluralsight author John Papa recently hosted two live events where he shared his tips and tricks for...
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,...
Step by step: Building custom ASP.NET Core containers with Docker
By using Docker and something called Dockerfiles, you can create custom images that can be deployed anywhere containers...
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...
Going the distance faster with Agile methodology
What is agile methodology, and how can it help your business achieve its goals? Find out how cloud technology can help...
5 key takeaways from RSA Conference 2022
Cybersecurity experts weigh in on the 5 key takeaways from RSA Conference 2022 that you need to know about.
Stop pulling from thin air: The benefits of cloud computing
We answer important questions about the benefits of cloud computing, including what cloud computing and serverless...
10 tips for honing cybersecurity intuition
Security team members must hone a variety of skills. Cybersecurity training can jumpstart this process, but one key...
4 tips for a better developer experience
What makes a great developer experience? Peloton’s Jason Valentino shares four ways to boost developer happiness and...
Prioritizing cybersecurity
Prioritizing cybersecurity is ultimately about people, processes and technology (in that order). Well-trained humans...
Code hoarders, heroes, and having difficult conversations on Zoom
Pluralsight developer advocate Jeremy Morgan discussed code hoarders and heroes with DevelopIntelligence CEO Kelby...
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...
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...
Zero Trust Strategy: Part 3 Devices
In Zero trust strategy Part 3, we'll be taking a deeper look at the second of CISA's five pillars: Devices.
6 key criteria for choosing DevSecOps Tools in 2022
Looking to implement the best DevSecOps solution for your organization, but not sure where to start? Explore six key...
7 Recommendations to reducing risk before production
Learn about DevSecOps processes and various practices that need to be integrated into the DevSecOps environment and...
What’s the ideal class size for learn-to-code programs?
Looking to reskill non-tech employees for tech roles? Senior instructor Dana Wyatt suggests a maximum of 20 students...
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,...
9 security points to consider throughout your application lifecycle
Discover the nine security points tech leaders should consider throughout the application lifecycle to better support...
SLA Insights Part 4: Learner Affect & Anxiety
In this fourth part, we’ll take a look at something SLA researchers believe hold outsize influence on language...
Insights from IDC: Selecting the right tech skill development partner
IDC analyst Cushing Anderson and Pluralsight executives discuss IDC’s new research and hot topics IT leaders need to...
Day of Shecurity Conference 2022 recap: Breaking into cybersecurity, avoiding burnout, and overcoming imposter syndrome
Pluralsight's Bri Frost Andersen shares her top takeaways from the 2022 Day of Shecurity Conference. We learn about how...
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...
Key Criteria for Evaluating DevSecOps Tools
In this report, tech decision makers will learn what they need to look for as they address the security of...
DevOps implementation: Why is it so hard?
DevOps implementation is tricky—fundamental changes in culture always are. Explore four key challenges and their...
Zero Trust Strategy: What is Zero Trust Architecture?
Zero Trust has become a constantly used "buzzword" and depending on who you ask, their definition of zero trust can be...
Gartner® Report : Market Guide for Agile and DevOps Custom Software Development Services
This Gartner guide provides an in-depth evaluation of Agile and DevOps suppliers that can help you change your culture...
Head in the cloud: How to create a public cloud IaaS and PaaS strategy document
Find out what to include in your strategy document in this insightful episode of Head in the Cloud with cloud computing...
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...
Head in the cloud: Creating a public cloud IaaS and PaaS strategy - Part 1
In this episode of Head in the Cloud, Elias shares all the information you need to get started on creating a successful...
Tips for ensuring training effectiveness
When you train software developers in new technologies, how do you ensure they can apply their new learning on the job?...
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...
Head in the cloud with Elias Khnaser: Tech trends and predictions
Join Elias Khnaser in Head in the Cloud, a Pluralsight series. In this episode, Elias will give his insights on the top...
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...
How to rekindle innovation in your organization
In this interview, entrepreneur Kelby Zorgdrager shares insights and tips on how employers can reignite a culture of...
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...
Log4J Vulnerability: Security Flaw and Solution
Businesses across the globe are being impacted by the recent Log4j2 vulnerability. Find out how you can protect your...
SLA Insights Part 2: Input, Interaction & Output
SLA methods can help you build an environment more conducive to learning, enabling your team to master programming...
084 - Eliminating waste with Jan Trojanowski, Brian Pang and Kimbaly St. Matthew-Daniel
Join Pluralsight author, Jeremy Morgan, as he discusses the steps to identifying and eliminating waste in software...
Which cloud certification is right for you?
There are several cloud providers out there, but which cloud certification is right for you? Check out this article for...
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...
AWS basics: 10 tips and tricks for a smooth start
Learn AWS tips and tricks to accelerate your start and help you avoid common pitfalls. Get a deeper understanding of...
Deploying containers: AWS vs. Azure
In this blog post, we’ll look at two options to quickly get started deploying container applications to AWS and Azure....
Perspectives in engineering: 3 ways to help your team thrive
Leading software engineering teams is not easy. It requires the right mix of strategy, data, communication and...
Perspectives on agility and adaptability in engineering teams
Adaptability and agility in software development can’t be separated. To do one, you need the other. Get insights on how...
073 - The journey from software dev to CEO with Kelby Zorgdrager
We talk with Kelby Zorgdrager, CEO of DevelopIntelligence about his journey into tech, from software developer to CEO....
7 places to host your Jamstack site
Whether you’re running a small project or a large enterprise application, here are several great options for hosting...
Getting started with AngularJS
This is a quick start guide to getting started with AngularJS. This tutorial will help you to understand the basic...
060 - The state of JavaScript
We bring you the audio from our recent state of JavaScript panel with Pluralsight authors John Papa, Joe Eames and...
Best JavaScript Unit Testing Tools
Like many things in the world of JavaScript, there are plenty of choices for how to unit test your code. Here are some...
Reasons to Learn React
Why should you learn react programming? Well, it's easy to develop with, it leverages JavaScript skills, and it...
CCNP Enterprise Certification
To earn the CCNP Enterprise certification, candidates will need to pass just two exams: a core exam and an enterprise...
Domain Driven Design in C#: Immutable Value Objects
Domain Driven Design (DDD) encourages the use of immutable value objects in domain models. Learn about how to use DDD...
The 10 problems slowing your development workflow (and how to fix them)
Streamlining software development is about finding friction and addressing it. This article can help your engineering...
3 simple strategies for successful ML deployment
Data, ML and AI expert Janani Ravi answers one simple question: Beyond the hype, beyond the negativity, can AI/ML be...
Laying the foundational requirements for cloud security
Kevin L. Jackson—CEO of CC Globalnet, a globally recognized cloud computing thought leader, and an (ISC)2 Certified...
Analyzing the staying power of Python—and 3 ways the language can improve
There’s no debate that Python is one of the biggest programming languages in the world. But as technologists, teams and...
10 dos and don’ts of agile transitions
Transitioning to agile? Here’s a list of ten dos and don’ts to make your transition as successful as possible.
Acquiring DevelopIntelligence and launching new experiences to help you build better
See how new releases and improvements to Pluralsight Flow and Skills can help transform your team into your competitive...
050 - Microsoft's Jeff Sandquist talks doubling down on developers
As part of Pluralsight LIVE 2020, we chat with Jeff Sandquist, who's Corporate Vice President of Developer Relations at...
049 - Ada Lovelace: Her life and legacy
Ada Lovelace Day will be observed on October 13th this year. While a lot of us probably know the name Ada Lovelace,...
048 - From soldier to IT specialist with Ryan Chasteauneuf
Ryan Chasteauneuf had always dreamed of being a soldier. But after disaster struck in Afghanistan, his military career...
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...
Our digital world, changed by blockchain
Blockchain is providing unprecedented changes when it comes to supply chain management and initiative structures.
Webinar | The state of mobile development
Join expert Sam Basu as he demystifies the process of choosing a framework for your next mobile application, so you can...
Waterfall vs. agile
The battle of waterfall vs. agile can feel like a battle between good and evil. Each methodology, however, has...
Webinar | Integrating E2E testing with React Native
Learn how easy it can be to stand up a React Native mobile application that lays the foundation for a solid test suite,...
043 - Exploring the evolution of Python with Piotr Gaczkowski
Jeremy talks with Piotr about decades of working with Python, DevOps and learning new technologies.
Top 10 network tools all IT pros should have in their toolbox
Learn the top 10 basic tools that can help you troubleshoot most networking issues, based on their generality and...
Webinar | The balance of bottom-up leadership
Bottom-up management needs to be driven by objective data and mindful leadership. World-class engineering leaders...
042 - Building better applications with Julie Lerman
Julie Lerman chats with Jeremy about; Domain-Driven Design, Event storming and
Julie's new Pluralsight course about...
How to manage VMFS datastores in VMware
Learn how to manage VMFS datastores in VMware. From creating a new datastore, to mounting and unmounting datastores, to...
Heidi Helfand’s five patterns for responsible reteaming
Author of Dynamic Reteaming: The Art and Wisdom of Changing Teams Heidi Helfand breaks down how reorganizing your team...
Webinar | We Will Rock Vue: Getting started with Vue.js
Join our live event with expert John Papa to learn how you can start building in JavaScript right away with Vue.js.
Relational vs. non-relational databases
Curious about the differences between a relational database and a non-relational one? Learn the ins and outs of each...
041 - Pivoting to a career in software development with Matt Wojtkun
Despite a successful communications career, Matt Wojtkun realized that something was missing. After a lot of hard work...
Binary explained simply
Does binary seem confusing to you? All those 1's and 0's seem like a bunch of gibberish. Well this article explains how...
Building inclusive and accessible products
Building inclusive and accessible products is not only good practice, it’s also the law. Get your company aligned and...
A practical guide to routing and subnetting
What is subnetting? Why use subnetting? How do you calculate a subnet mask? You've got the questions and we've got all...
Types of hard drives: SATA vs. SSD vs. NVMe
There are three different kinds of hard drives: SATA, SSD and NVMe. Learn about each type and what their strengths and...
039 - The history of Python
It's estimated that 8.2 million developers use Python. That's almost the population of Switzerland, and it's getting...
Move away from wagile: How to break anti-patterns in agile transitions
Adopting a hybrid of waterfall and agile is worse than just using one. Check out this guide to learn how to effectively...
5 Cisco IOS commands every network admin should know
The 5 Cisco router commands shown in this article are some of the most useful commands that every Cisco network...
Webinar | Building rich web applications with C# using Blazor
Join our expert-led webinar to learn what Blazor is and how you can leverage your C# knowledge to build rich,...
Top 10 TCP/IP tools every networking pro should know
Wanna be a networking pro? Here are the top 10 TCP/IP tools that every networking pro should be using!
035 - Determining your cloud maturity
In this audio guide, Jeremy Morgan walks you through the process of determining which phase of cloud maturity your...
Frontend vs. backend: what's the difference?
Curious about the difference between front end and back end development? We break it down for you in this post, so dive...
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...
Webinar | The future of Python
Join us for an expert-led webinar on what we can expect from Python in the next few years, and why this general purpose...
032 - Becoming a better developer with Filip Ekberg
Jeremy chats with Microsoft MVP and Pluralsight author Filip Ekberg about C#, .NET and how to improve as a developer.
5 core benefits of DevOps
Keep hearing about DevOps but not totally sure what it is or why it matters? Here are five core benefits you should...
Cybersecurity: Must-have control practices
Whether you’re starting a new cybersecurity practice or refreshing an existing one, here are the fundamental...
Webinar | Through the unknown: How to embrace constant change while keeping your team focused
Learn how to help your engineering team embrace change, rethink processes and focus on what’s important.
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...
Webinar | Inclusive, accessible principles for product teams
Learn how to make better products using inclusive and accessible principles from Pivotal Labs’ Senior Designer Raquel...
The 5G revolution
Learn about design objectives and technical goals for 5G networks, and how they’re shaping the future of our devices.
Webinar | Experts discuss technology skill development
Technology skill development separates the leaders from the laggards. Hear from four experts to learn what it is, why...
Ethics in hacking
Learn five important things every ethical hacker should keep in mind to avoid compromising their integrity and remain...
6 fundamentals of multi-cloud security
While enterprises become more and more reliant on cloud technologies, these six fundamentals will keep your...
4 hidden costs in building out your tech stack
Here’s the breakdown you need to choose your front-end framework — in terms of technology popularity and personnel...
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...
How the Pluralsight community is skilling up during COVID-19
Here are ten of our favorite ways people have been using Pluralsight to stay home and skill up during Free April.
026 - Andrew Yang and Deborah Kurata talk tech skills with Hank Green
We bring you the audio of two conversations from our epic Tech Skills Day live stream. YouTube producer Hank Green...
How mature is your cloud? Find out now.
Check out our cloud maturity report to find out how your organization is doing right now—so you can equip your teams to...
Webinar | Help your remote engineering teams thrive with Pluralsight Flow
Transitioning to remote work can be challenging. Help your engineering team thrive with workflow insights from...
Webinar | Getting started with DevOps on AWS
Join cloud engineer Wes Novack as he unpacks practical tips for getting started with cloud native DevOps continuous...
Webinar | Angular AMA with John Papa
You have Angular questions. We have Angular answers. Fine-tune your skills with an hour of live coding and Q&A with...
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,...
The perfect time to study for security professional certification exams
Prepare for your professional security certification exam with expert-curated paths and courses in the skills you need...
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.
7 security threats introduced by COVID-19 and the WFH rush
COVID-19 prompted many companies to quickly transition to WFH environments, creating security vulnerabilities. Find out...
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...
Webinar | New and noteworthy on Pluralsight: Get a deep dive into our latest platform updates
See what’s new on Pluralsight, including new experiences to help you drive business outcomes through technology skill...
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...
Webinar | Managing IT: Leading in times of crisis
No organization is exempt from crises and their far-reaching effects. Learn all the best practices for leading a modern...
Webinar | 5 things you should do to prepare for multi-cloud
Learn how to prepare your company for multi-cloud and take a deep dive into tools, choosing the right vendor and the...
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...
019 - Security with Troy Hunt
Security legend Troy Hunt joins us to discuss the Jeff Bezos phone hack, election threats, Huawei, Have I Been Pwned...
017 - Creating 100 courses (and counting) with Greg Shields
Greg Shields, Pluralsight Author Evangelist, speaks with Jeremy about the incredible accomplishment of publishing his...
