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Alumni Story Overcoming Imposter Syndrome to Pursue a Cyber Career
Cybersecurity

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome to Pursue a Cyber Career

Although he enrolled with limited tech experience and skills, Virginia Tech Cybersecurity Bootcamp graduate Kelly Johnson is now confident in his job readiness. Follow his journey.
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Alumni Story From Beginner to Cybersecurity Analyst
Cybersecurity

From Beginner to Cybersecurity Analyst: Kennedy Arnold's Journey with Virginia Tech

Kennedy Arnold is a graduate of the Virginia Tech Cybersecurity Bootcamp who successfully transitioned from beginner to job-ready Cybersecurity professional. Here's her journey of achieving career success through the bootcamp.
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Alumni Story Building a Foundation in Tech
Success Stories

Building a Foundation in Tech: Michael Woodard's Experience at Virginia Tech Coding Bootcamp

Discover the journey of our alumnus, Michael Woodard, seeking a structured and comprehensive learning environment to improve his skills and prepare him for a tech career.
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Alumni Story Turning Passion into Technical Prowess
Success Stories

How a Cybersecurity Bootcamp Graduate Turned Passion Into Technical Prowess

Thanks to the bootcamp’s rigorous pace, industry-simulated scenarios training, and built-in career success support, it wasn’t long before Xenisha Hawkins went from beginner to career-ready cybersecurity bootcamp graduate. This is her story.
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American soldier sitting at desk with computer
Success Stories

Why Veterans Make Great Tech Employees

Members of the military face unique situations and challenges that cannot be replicated in other professions. This makes it difficult for the roughly 200,000 service members who leave the military each year to adjust to civilian life and adapt to a new pace of work.
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