Community Success Stories

A relatable story for early-career devs on how to overcome fear of AI tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot—plus a simple way to get started with AI for developers. It highlights the mindset shift needed to stay relevant and build confidently with modern tools.

After years of driving Uber in Seattle, Riad found himself immersed in tech conversations—just not as a participant. That changed in 2019 when he joined Skillspire’s Data Analytics course. With no formal tech background, he made a bold career change to tech. Today, Riad is a software developer fielding six-figure job offers, proving that the road to tech isn’t always traditional—but it’s always possible.

In this inspiring alumni spotlight, Trey Schneider shares his journey from being an Automation and Controls Engineer working with ladder logic to becoming a Department of Defense contractor building cloud-based weather tools for the U.S. Air Force. Burned out from an always-on lifestyle, Trey enrolled in Skillspire’s Full Stack Web Development program to transition into a more fulfilling tech career.

Is basic Java enough to get a job in 2025? This blog breaks down what "basic Java" really means and why it's not enough on its own to get hired. Learn which in-demand skills—like Spring Boot, APIs, cloud deployment, and real-world projects—are essential to becoming a job-ready Java developer in today’s competitive tech market.