SOFTWARE
Secure Code Warrior | June 30, 2022
Secure Code Warrior, the global developer-driven security leader, was recognized as one of four “Cool Vendors in Software Engineering: Enhancing Developer Productivity”, by GartnerⓇ. Secure Code Warrior is the only company on the list who focuses on developer-driven security enabled by an intuitive learning platform.
According to Gartner, the definition of a Cool Vendor is “a small company offering a technology or service that is innovative, impactful or intriguing." Gartner’s report notes that “Software engineers struggle to navigate complex code environments and to improve security of the systems they build while remaining productive. These Cool Vendors offer innovative solutions that help software engineering leaders boost developer productivity and mitigate security risks.”
Engineers’ time constraints are taking away focus from security and was recognized as a significant challenge by Gartner, which was also apparent from Secure Code Warrior’s recent survey, ‘The State of Developer-Driven Security’. The report revealed that 76% of respondents also agreed that good training in secure coding would actually improve productivity with fewer security tickets and rework to manage.
“At Secure Code Warrior, our solutions are driven by the need to ensure software security, while improving developer productivity. “When armed with the right security skills and contextual tools, development teams can easily mitigate risk and consistently ship secure code at speed, without compromising innovation. We are honored to be included in the new Gartner Cool Vendors in Software Engineering report, and see this recognition as a testament to our strategy and future business direction to enable developer-driven security.”
Pieter Danhieux, Co-founder and CEO of Secure Code Warrior
Contact us to discover how Secure Code Warrior can enable developer-driven security through our flagship learning platform and embed security skills into the developer workflow with world-class integrations.
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About Secure Code Warrior
Secure Code Warrior builds a culture of security-driven developers by giving them the skills to code securely. Our flagship Learning Platform delivers relevant skills-based pathways, hands-on missions, and contextual tools for developers to rapidly learn, build, and apply their skills to write secure code at speed. Established in 2015, Secure Code Warrior has become a critical component for over 450 enterprises including leading financial services, retail, and global technology companies across the world.
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GENERAL AI
Bird.i | March 04, 2022
Bird.i | Zonda, Scotland-based satellite imagery and artificial intelligence (AI) technology business, has announced plans to spearhead the creation of a technology center in Glasgow. Zonda is the top real estate data intelligence provider for the new home building sector in the United States. Through the use of satellite imagery and the development of new software platforms that offer high resolution, readily available imagery and data that enables competitive decision making, this strategic shift aims to bring practical solutions to the housing industry.
The success of Bird.i and its technological advancements are making way for the development of a tech center in Glasgow. The company strives to bring breakthrough technologies to market, create job opportunities, and encourage the growth of other tech-centric organizations in the area, in addition to providing technology services to help users achieve a competitive edge in the market. This campaign aims to bring together like-minded, forward-thinking people to lead the next wave of data intelligence.
We are excited to lead the growth of a tech-hub in Glasgow as we continue to expand our footprint with numerous career opportunities at Bird.i | Zonda. The Bird.i team of engineers has helped lead the development of our newest platform, Enterprise, and we look forward to the continued success built by this global workforce of talented and inventive tech leaders.”
Jeff Meyers, CEO of Zonda.
Bird.i | Zonda is fuelling the future of the housing industry with a bird’s eye view of real-time, easily accessible, and actionable data to improve informed decision-making by distributing high-resolution satellite photos from world-leading commercial satellite providers. This technology gives builders, developers, contractors, and others valuable insight into the development and changes in the construction and new home building industries.
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GENERAL AI
Codecademy | March 04, 2022
Codecademy, the leading online learning platform for technical skills, is partnering with The Black and Brilliant Advocacy Network to launch an Applied Artificial Intelligence accelerator and mentorship program in Africa. After launching their first accelerator together in 2021, the organizations are teaming up again to bring the program to Africa and empower a new generation of tech talent in the region.
Combining upskilling and mentorship, the Codecademy and Black and Brilliant program will focus on both the hard and soft skills needed to build successful careers in AI. Over the course of 10 weeks, participants will master the fundamentals of data science, data engineering and programming using Codecademy's self-guided, hands-on learning platform. Participants will also work with a group of coaches and mentors from companies like Shopify, Google and Etsy to explore topics like user experience, ethics and bias, and the business of AI.
As AI becomes more powerful, it's imperative that people of all backgrounds, nationalities, races, and genders have the opportunity to leverage that power – so that they can make an impact on their communities and the world at large, Through education and mentorship, our goal is to empower a new generation of global leaders in AI, equipping them with the skills they need to solve problems and incite change through technology."
Zach Sims, co-founder and CEO of Codecademy.
Founded by husband-and wife-team Tony Effik and Perky Noah-Effik, Black and Brilliant is an advocacy group focused on initiatives to diversify workforces and streamline talent pipelines for BIPOC communities. After meeting Codecademy's CEO Zach Sims at an event with the United Nations last year, the two founders immediately saw an opportunity to work together given their organizations' shared mission to democratize career opportunities in technology.
Growing up in the UK and Nigeria, and even now, I continue to meet brilliant Africans with the potential to play a role in the global digital economy, We decided with Codecademy to coalesce around the idea of helping a foundational group leapfrog to the most current technology. Our hope is that this group helps the next cohort, and so on. We are grateful for Codecademy and how its platform democratizes learning and makes this all possible."
Tony Effik, Co-Founder of Black and Brilliant and Managing Director at Google.
As artificial intelligence becomes a more powerful and influential technology, it has the potential to be a transformative force in Africa — helping to reduce inequality, alleviate poverty and improve access to public services like health and education. Limited access to AI education, however, remains a barrier to ensuring the impact of AI is felt throughout African societies. Codecademy and Black and Brilliant's accelerator program aims to equip local technologists with the skills they need to lead careers in AI and continue driving innovation in the region.
About Codecademy
Codecademy is a leading online learning platform for technical skills, empowering millions of people worldwide to lead inspiring careers in technology. Codecademy's innovative, scalable approach to online coding education makes it possible for anyone to master the skills needed to succeed in our tech-enabled workforce. Since 2011, over 50 million learners from 190 countries have accessed Codecademy's extensive course offerings on web development, data science, cybersecurity, and more, as well as in-demand programming languages like Python, CSS, and JavaScript. In addition to helping individuals unlock the full power of technology, Codecademy for Business supports companies like General Motors and Kayak as they train and upskill their teams for the future. Codecademy is headquartered in New York City.
About Black and Brilliant
Black and Brilliant is an advocacy group - for people of all backgrounds - united in creating a more diverse workforce. Founded in 2020 with the aim of challenging and eliminating the ideas that far too many corporate leaders hold about the lack of black talent in business. At Black and Brilliant, we are fascinated by the possibilities that digital transformation can bring, ranging from disciplines and technologies like Artificial Intelligence, to Crypto to Cyber Security.
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