It’s all about connections: Information Technology Info Session & 3rd Annual CCIT Career Exploration Event

March 29, 2016College of Computer and Information TechnologySusan Biszewski-Eber

The technology workforce in the Tampa Bay area is growing steadily. Companies are looking for talented, innovative problem solvers. So how do you connect with jobs like that? St. Petersburg College has a dynamic program, phenomenal faculty, an innovative internship program and a high-powered Advisory Committee that can help. This April students and the Tampa … Continue reading It’s all about connections: Information Technology Info Session & 3rd Annual CCIT Career Exploration Event →

Technology career exploration at SPC’s Seminole Campus

March 16, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, expoCareer ExplorationSusan Biszewski-Eber

On April 14, SPC’s Seminole Campus will host the third College of Computer & Information Technology Career Exploration Event. The last event brought in over 150 participants. The first hour will feature a Q&A with a panel of distinguished IT professionals addressing industry hiring trends and recommendations on how to break into the IT field. CCIT Career … Continue reading Technology career exploration at SPC’s Seminole Campus →

Adrian Tillman congratulated for proposal

March 14, 2016College of Computer and Information TechnologyAdrian TillmanKimberly Gaskin

The College of Computer & Information Technology (CCIT) would like to congratulate Professor Adrian Tillman on his proposal for the first annual SPC Teaching and Learning Conference. With excitement, it is with great pleasure to announce that the proposal, “Experimentation with the Gamification of the Classroom” has been accepted. The presentation will soon be finalized … Continue reading Adrian Tillman congratulated for proposal →

How to get hired as a developer without job experience

March 2, 2016Certifications, College of Computer and Information TechnologyDeveloperAdrian Tillman

So you want to become a developer. You have worked really hard for the last two (or four) years, hitting those books and writing code. You have the Java certifications and degree in hand. Now you are tirelessly searching the job boards for that first job. Unfortunately, every employer keeps asking for “experience” but you have … Continue reading How to get hired as a developer without job experience →

Robotics Club generates interest for SPC technology students

February 23, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, computer technologyAdrian Tillman

Interested in joining St. Petersburg College’s Robotics Club? Clubs are one way the College of Computer & Information Technology (CCIT) strives to stimulate student interest in information technology. One professor who is piloting a Robotics Club is CCIT Professor Adrian Tillman. Tillman has been with the college since fall 2011. Previously a lead software engineer … Continue reading Robotics Club generates interest for SPC technology students →

Hacksummit hosts virtual conference

February 18, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, expoLaura Malave

Hacksummit will be hosting a Virtual Developer/Programming Conference in February. Free of charge, the event will feature: Lectures from creators of programming language Contributors to Open Source Thought leaders Hacksummit is unique because out of all virtual conferences, it is the largest. It is also known for being the largest type of programming conference of … Continue reading Hacksummit hosts virtual conference →

Professor William Cross nominated by SHARE

February 10, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, FacultyWilliam Cross

Professor William Cross was nominated by SHARE for Best Speaker Award. Dr. Cross teaches upper division courses for the College of Computer & Information Technology. He was nominated by the attendees of his session who prepared an evaluation of the session content. The evaluation was reviewed by the SHARE Board along with evaluations of hundreds … Continue reading Professor William Cross nominated by SHARE →

Women in Tech comes to Startup Week

February 4, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, entrepreneurshipLaura Malave

Women in Tech is just one event that will be featured at Tampa Bay StartUp Week. Since StartUp Week is a five-day celebration of your community, all are encouraged to join in this new type of conference that builds momentum and opportunity to become an entrepreneur. This event is led by entrepreneurs and hosted in the entrepreneurial spaces … Continue reading Women in Tech comes to Startup Week →

Technology Chapter hosts quarterly meeting

January 26, 2016CybersecurityLaura Malave

It’s that time again for the (ISC)2 Tampa Bay Technology Chapter to host another quarterly meeting. As mentioned in a previous article, the (ISC)2 Tampa Bay Chapter is a registered 501 (c)3 organization which provides its members with a networking opportunity to share knowledge, exchange resources and collaborate on projects. This forum allows members to have the … Continue reading Technology Chapter hosts quarterly meeting →

Valpak hosts facility tour for TBTF

January 22, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, Technology EventsLaura Malave

Please join the staff, board and members of the Tampa Bay Technology Forum (TBTF) for an evening of networking, learn about our membership and our host organization, and get a tour of the Valpak facility. The first quarter will be hosted by Valpak Chair, Chris Cate. Valpak event details Learn more about the event at … Continue reading Valpak hosts facility tour for TBTF →