Breaking into Tech Beyond Your Background

​Think you need a Computer Science degree to build a career in tech? You don’t.

​Whether you’re coming from Agriculture, Finance, Marketing, Education, Healthcare, Administration, or a completely different field, there’s a place for you in tech.

​In this practical session, we’ll break down how to transition into tech without starting from scratch from identifying the right career path to building relevant skills, gaining experience, and positioning yourself for opportunities.

​You’ll learn:

• ​How to identify tech roles that match your existing skills and background

• ​Which skills you actually need to break into tech

• ​How to build experience when you don’t have a tech job yet

• ​How to position your CV, LinkedIn, and personal brand for tech opportunities

• ​Common mistakes career switchers make and how to avoid them

• ​A practical roadmap for making your transition into tech

​You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to know where to start.

​Come with your questions. Leave with a clearer direction and a practical next step.

​Your background isn’t a limitation. It can be your advantage.