Software Carpentry is a non-profit organisation that teaches computing, coding and programming skills to researchers using face-to-face and online courses. I’ve found Software Carpentry to be very useful throughout my computing career and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to gain a good understanding of computing principles. Software Carpentry Not Software Engineering The term… Read More »
It is said that around 90% of training is wasted as skills gained on expensive training courses are lost within a year. Thankfully it doesn’t have to be this way, and with a little forethought and planning it is possible to make the most of training. 1. Think About Your Learning Objectives The first step… Read More »
Creating Creativity Some time ago John Cleese gave his take on creating creativity – and the importance of playfulness, humour, and openness. There are two modes of thinking: the open mode and the closed mode. It is only be encouraging the open mode that we can be creative. Watch this video to find out exactly… Read More »
If you’re serious about learning and development its important to have a development plan: a structured, targeted approach that helps you make the most of your development opportunities. This is why athletes and sports people have coaches and support teams – to focus their effort and training. It may be that you are already in… Read More »
Thinking about the big picture can be an important part of personal development. Here’s one way to think about it. You There is you – what you are working on, what you care about, what you are hoping to achieve, the external pressures on you. You get on well with some people, but struggle to… Read More »