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Get To Know Sigma School's Head of Frontend - Tim!

Meet Tim, the frontend leader: from cabin crew to full stack developer, Tim shares his journey and passions in Technology and teaching coding.

20 Aug 2023Read
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Get To Know Sigma School's CTO, Ming!

Discover the origin and mindset of hackers from Ming’s story and how Sigma School is different from traditional education

20 Aug 2023Read
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Get To Know Sigma School's Founder - Deric!

Explore the journey of Deric involvement in venture capital and tech startups, acknowledging the shortage of tech talent and his success stories.

20 Aug 2023Read
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Web1 vs Web2 vs Web3, in a nutshell

Delve into the world of Web3, its rapid growth, and the curiosity it sparks. Explore the distinctions between web 1.0, web 2.0.

20 Aug 2023Read
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Why we need to rethink education

Explore the evolution of education from its origins to the modern system, and question how it aligns with the needs of a post-industrial era. 

20 Aug 2023Read
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Integrating real-world practice in tech education

Discover the rewards and challenges of learning to code, for non-tech backgrounds. Understand the value and limitations of university and bootcamp.

20 Aug 2023Read
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Find out if you are good enough to get a junior dev job with these tests... and how to stand out from the crowd

Discover the key traits that make a good junior developer, regardless of their background. Explore the importance of strong programming logic.

20 Aug 2023Read
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entrepreneurship · startup

How To Value Your Early Stage Startup

Learn about the different methods to value startups and navigate the complexities of fundraising rounds. Understand pre-money and post-money valuations.

20 Aug 2023Read
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tech · cybersecurity

How to begin your journey in cybersecurity 

Dive into the world of cybersecurity, where a degree is not necessary but a willingness to continuously learn is crucial. 

20 Aug 2023Read
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self-taught

How To Ask Better Questions

Explore the importance of asking questions and discover 5 simple steps to asking better coding questions.

20 Aug 2023Read
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tech · self-taught

Why learning tech is important in 2021

Discover the importance of continuous learning in the era of digitalization, as showcased by the downfall of companies like Nokia and Kodak. 

20 Aug 2023Read
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tech · self-taught

What's wrong with our educational system?

Discover why being dependent on educators may not be the best way to succeed after graduation and how internships and critical thinking can help you learn.

20 Aug 2023Read
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self-taught

How To Learn Anything From Scratch?

Discover how to become reasonably good at anything in just 20 hours with five key elements. Learn from Josh Kaufman's research and journey.

20 Aug 2023Read
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The Goal and the Vision of The Hacker Collective

Our goal is simple - to build 1000 hackers every year to solve Malaysia's talent shortage problem. Join our initiatives of group learning and workshops.

20 Aug 2023Read
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What about living a ‘whole’ life instead of a ‘more’ life?

Explore the intersection of spirituality and entrepreneurship through an insightful conversation between Tom Bilyeu and Sadhguru on Impact Theory podcast.

19 Aug 2023Read
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I taught myself coding for 12 months and landed a full time developer role. Here’s what I learnt

Discover how to transition to coding and potentially land a high-paying job. Learn from someone who made the switch and share their insights.

19 Aug 2023Read
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self-taught

Hacker's Mindset - 3 Ways to Cultivate it.

Discover the hacker's mindset and its focus on innovation, scepticism, curiosity, and breaking down traditional models. 

19 Aug 2023Read
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lifehacks

How to get stuff done

Learn about the importance of focusing on one task at a time, prioritizing tasks, and setting a realistic schedule.

19 Aug 2023Read
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entrepreneurship · tech

The Self Taught Movement

Explore the concept of being self-taught and how to utilize free online resources. Learn what it means to be self-taught in the digital age.

19 Aug 2023Read
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self-taught · entrepreneurship

Want to start your own business? Become a generalist

Discover the shifting dynamics of the modern job market and why traditional career paths are becoming irrelevant. 

19 Aug 2023Read
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entrepreneurship

The Hacker Collective Speaker Series

Join THC and share your diverse ideas and opinions. Be part of a community that embraces innovation and aims to make the world a better place.

19 Aug 2023Read
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self-taught · tech

Staying safe on the internet

Learn how to protect yourself from cyber fraud and stay safe online. Get essential tips on how to avoid scams and ensure your privacy on the internet.

19 Aug 2023Read
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tech · startup

Why it's important for your kids to start coding

Discover the power of coding and how it fuels the modern world. Learn about the importance of coding skills in today's job market.

19 Aug 2023Read
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self-taught · tech

Learning Python through web scraping

Learn how to build your own 'Clothes Scraper' to gather clothing images and create a virtual wardrobe. Get step-by-step instructions and scraping details.

19 Aug 2023Read