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Top posts of the year

And their main takeaways

Actions, no words

39 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24

🚌 Education Data Analysis

We are in the era of taking the initiative
Data Geek, it's time to take action
Actions speak louder than words

It's time to investing in yourself

19 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24

💼 Business Self-Improvement Layoffs Personal Finance

Invest in yourself
Consider tools that can save your company money
Be proactive in your personal and professional development

Interesting Data Gigs # 78: 36 People You Should Follow on LinkedIn

19 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24

💼 Business Jobs Resources Tools

Follow these LinkedIn creators for job search tips and improvement
Explore job opportunities shared for various locations and salary ranges
Discover interesting resources and tools for data professionals

Interesting Data Gigs # 79: Want a job today as Sofware Engineer? Learn COBOL and Exilir ASAP

19 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24

🕹 Technology Programming AI Cloud Software Engineering

Rob Mee and his team at Mechanical Orchard are leveraging Generative AI to modernize critical, old code running on mainframes efficiently and properly.
Legacy systems in the U.S. still heavily rely on languages like COBOL, offering job opportunities for those skilled in it.
Mechanical Orchard's use of COBOL and Elixir highlights the demand for modernizing old systems and the potential for increased profits after such modernization.