Latest articles by Ruth Gaukrodger
Switching careers? Here's how long it will take to retrain
News Coursera’s Global Skill report shows that it could take as little as 35 hours for someone to retrain for a new career.
Should you switch your job for a career in coding?
Feature As tech companies cry out for software engineers, we look at whether or not it’s possible to switch to a career in coding when you don’t have a background in the area.
The most useful coding languages to learn in 2025
Feature Still trying to decide which coding language to learn in 2025? Our handy guide will help you narrow down your choice.
Save $70 on the Cricut Maker with this special spring deal
Deals The top-tier die cutting machine is currently on offer for just $299.
Rosetta Stone deal: Save $80 on the Unlimited Languages pack
Deals Get yourself a 12-month Rosetta Stone Unlimited Languages package and you can learn French, Spanish, Japanese and more.
Vaccinated users on Tinder, OkCupid and Match.com get online dating perks
News A new partnership between the White House and major online dating platforms is encouraging swipers to take up the vaccine.
Endangered languages get a boost from eLearning platforms and Google AI
News Nearly 42% of spoken languages are currently at risk of extinction – but some big tech companies are determined to preserve them, through a mix of tools, courses and community outreach.
Tinder has revealed the most useful languages to learn for online dating
News English, Spanish and French are the most commonly spoken languages on the Tinder Passport platform, which is free until the end of the month.
Wacom and pixiv announce Drawfest – register now for free digital art classes
News The digital drawing festival will feature live stream events and free art tutorials, teaching manga styles, character creation and realistic lighting.
