Gaining a job in technology can be more about the skills and experience than a degree. So it is presenting new pathways for folks looking to enter the field, as educators and nonprofits in the region are launching approaches from bootcamps to apprenticeships.

Another path that’s emerging is coming inside the companies themselves. The largest tech companies are increasingly investing in upskilling initiatives, as they seek to train workers for technical roles that will increasingly be in demand.

One recent example came from Amazon, which in July 2019 said it would upksill 100,000 employees by 2025. Among the offerings that expanded as a result of this move was the Career Choice program, which is designed for employees to gain certifications and transition into more lucrative career paths in areas that include information technology.

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