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We recently interviewed Matt Whitworth, a seasoned tech leader and founder of PureType, who shared his insights on hiring for emerging programming languages like Elixir. Drawing from his experience scaling...

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Emerging Programming Languages And Why Upskilling Matters

Emerging Programming Languages And Why Upskilling Matters

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In August 2024, Python hit a major milestone by ranking over 18% in the TIOBE Programming Index for the first time – a level of popularity not seen since Java...

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Python in Focus: Web Development or Data Science?

Python in Focus: Web Development or Data Science?

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Python is a programming language that’s rapidly becoming the go-to tool for commodities traders, analysts, and risk managers alike. It’s a curious paradox. On one hand, there’s the stereotype of...

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Python: The Future of Commodities Trading

Python: The Future of Commodities Trading

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When it comes to trading, everyone’s chasing Alpha – their competitive edge. But this quest has led people to some truly crazy places. From deep underground to the far reaches...

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The Pursuit of Alpha: How Far Would You Go?

The Pursuit of Alpha: How Far Would You Go?

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C# is like the best friend in a rom-com – always there, super reliable, ​but never seen as the love interest until the very end. Even though C# ​has been...

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Who cares about C#?

Who cares about C#?

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I recently had the opportunity to interview Solon Mikhailides, a highly skilled Murex leader, with 18+ years of experience in the banking industry. In his career, Solon has orchestrated major...

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Murex Leadership Insights

Murex Leadership Insights

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I recently had the opportunity to interview Solon Mikhailides, a highly skilled Murex leader, with 18+ years of experience in the banking industry. In his career, Solon has orchestrated major...

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Murex Leadership Spotlight: Solon Mikhailides

Murex Leadership Spotlight: Solon Mikhailides

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Coding tests are sometimes placed at the first step of the interview process. But, is there any real value to these tests, or have they just become a standard procedure,...

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Are Coding Tests a Load of Rubbish?

Are Coding Tests a Load of Rubbish?

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You spot a job posting that looks like a perfect match for your skills, and you can’t help but get excited. So, you submit your CV and play the waiting...

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Applying for Jobs and Getting Ghosted? The Good News: It’s Not Your Fault.

Applying for Jobs and Getting Ghosted? The Good News: It’s Not Your Fault.

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