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A career in tech is calling (and this program can help) 💻

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Bootcamp curriculums are up to date with current industry trends, so students gain knowledge + experience they can use in the real world. | Photo provided by Flatiron School

Did you know? Employment in the tech industry is expected to grow ~15% by 2031 — adding 680,000+ jobs to the US labor force. Read: If you’re looking to switch jobs or enter the industry, now is a good time to expand your skills (and make your resume more attractive).

One educational option? Flatiron School, which offers online or in-person options to fit most budgets, lifestyles, and experience levels — whether you’re a college graduate just starting out or a seasoned professional in a mid-career pivot.

Course options:

Software Engineering: This course is crafted for all skill levels — whether you have zero coding knowledge, are self-taught, or are somewhere in between. Flatiron’s approach focuses on applying skills through hands-on, collaborative experiences, whether that’s pair programming, code reviews, or coding challenges. Students will further hone their communication skills and become part of the tech community as they build, share, and refine their Github portfolios.
Data Science: Data is only as valuable as the person behind it, and Flatiron trains you to be that person. Experienced instructors show students how to extract and visualize data, leverage it to find actionable insights, and make powerful predictions with machine learning — all rare yet highly-desired skill sets.
Cybersecurity: Employers are actively seeking and hiring cybersecurity professionals at more than twice the rate of the average job outside of the tech industry. This course focuses on the core aspects of cybersecurity, including network security, Python (no, snakes aren’t involved), pen testing, threat intelligence, cryptology, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (one of the most important building blocks in the curriculum).
Product Design: Students gain hands-on UX/UI (user experience and user interface) design skills using modern tools like Figma + Webflow, building a professional portfolio (intentionally crafted to catch hiring managers’ eyes upon graduation).

Flatiron School students sit at a table and work on their laptops — Build long-lasting relationships with your cohort and establish a community for you to lean on for the rest of your career. | Photo provided by Flatiron School

How it works:

Flatiron offers both full-time programs (15 weeks) and flexible-pace programs (up to 60 weeks).
Both program options are available online. Flatiron also has Denver, CO + New York City campuses for in-person courses.
Flatiron offers graduates up to 180 days of one-on-one career coaching to help students succeed during their job search.
Flexible financing is available with a 12-month, no-interest installment plan. Chat with Admissions to see what works best for you financially; some students qualify for additional support, like cost of living loans.

How to apply:

Interested? Prospective students can chat with admissions virtually to see if Flatiron might be a good fit, then complete an online application followed by an admissions interview + assessment. Pro tip: Enrollment is open year-round, so you can apply anytime.

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Friday, March 10

Open Mic Night Series | Friday, March 10 | 6-8 p.m. | Clerks Coffee Co., Hotel Emeline, 181 Church St., Charleston | Free | Join Emeline’s first open mic night as part of series on the second Friday of each month and enjoy a selection of cocktails, coffee, and snacks.
Mendelssohn Octet | Friday, March 10-Saturday, March 11 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Charleston Library Society, 164 King St., Charleston | $50 | Enjoy an intimate evening of ensemble music showcasing the Charleston Symphony Orchestra.

Saturday, March 11

St. Patrick’s Day Block Party & Parade | Saturday, March 11 | 12-5 p.m. | Park Circle Gallery, 4820 Jenkins Ave., North Charleston | Free | The biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebration in the Lowcountry returns to North Charleston with live music, vendors, and food.
Help! I Think My Characters Are Trying to Kill Me! | Saturday, March 11-Sunday, March 12 | Times vary | Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre, 164 Church St., Charleston | $27 | A playwright with severe writer’s block must finish a murder mystery script with the audience already seated before him.
Midnight Moon Alcohol Ink Workshop | Saturday, March 11 | 4-5:30 p.m. | Snafu Brewing Company, 3280 Industry Dr., North Charleston | $38 | Paint a moonscape using alcohol inks with instruction by artist Sherri Welser and sip on WildHeart Art craft beer.

Sunday, March 12

2nd Sunday on King Street | Sunday, March 12 | 12-5 p.m. | King Street, Charleston | Free | Stroll, eat, and shop along Charleston’s main corridor between Queen and Calhoun streets during this dog-friendly event.
Teddy Bear Picnic | Sunday, March 12 | 1:30-4 p.m. | Hampton Park, 30 Mary Murray Dr., Charleston | Free, RSVP | Kids and their teddy bears will take over Hampton Park at this event featuring musical entertainment, dancing, crafts, and more.
Sunday Downtown House Concert | Sunday, March 12 | 2-3 p.m. | 67 Rutledge Ave., Charleston | $50 | Enjoy “The Art of the Piano Trio” featuring piano, cello, and violin performances.

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A public meeting has been requested regarding a proposed two-lane bridge over Pennys Creek on Johns Island. Blanchard Family Bridge would begin at the corner of Fenwick Plantation Road and St. Pauls Parish Lane. (WCIV)
North Charleston is getting a new sports facility. The Block will be a 20,000-sqft facility on Meeting Street Road with two volleyball courts, two basketball courts, four pickleball courts, and a yoga room. 🏀 (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

Coming Soon

Revelry Brewing Co. is planning to open a second location this year on Folly Beach. The new spot will be located on Center Street right by The Bounty Bar and is said to be the first beachside brewery in the Charleston area. We’ll keep you posted. (The Post and Courier)

Community

Heads up, Charleston: Avoid water-based activities at James Island Creek and prepare for possible traffic delays in the area until further notice. There has been a sewage main break. Repairs may be completed this week. ⛔ (WCBD)
Dockside Condominiums, the tallest building in Charleston, has been given three more weeks to address structural issues. The condos will be evacuated if the 19-story building is not determined to be safe. (WCIV)

Civic

A new 306-acre park is underway in Summerville. Pine Trace Natural Area has broken ground and is set to include dog parks, a disc golf course, a 6-acre fishing pond, kayak launches, and nature trails. The park, located near Eugene Sires Elementary School, is expected to be completed in the summer of 2024.
Calling all Berkeley County residents: The county is asking for feedback on the first draft of its comprehensive plan. Residents can review the draft and leave a comment by Tuesday, March 21. 🗣️ (WCSC)

Festival

Tickets are on sale for the Charleston Bluegrass Festival on Friday, March 24 and Saturday, March 25. Look forward to the two-day event at the The Woodlands Nature Reserve featuring local food, vendors, and art plus dozens of performances. 🪕
The North Charleston Blue Crab Festival is set for Saturday, April 22. Head to Jenkins Youth & Family Village off Azalea Drive for local crabs by the bucket, live music from The Secrets, art and retail vendors, food trucks, and a kids area. Get tickets. 🦀

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Spring forward ⏱️

Will we always change the clock?

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It’s time to set the clock forward — daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. local time this Sunday, March 12.

So far, only two states opt out of daylight saving time (or DST) — Arizona and Hawaii — but changes could be on the horizon for our local clocks as well. South Carolina and many other states have made moves towards “year-round daylight saving time” which would mean no longer changing the clocks twice a year (each spring and each fall) by permanently adjusting everyone’s time zone forward by one hour.

Want to learn more? You can read up on which states have introduced DST laws, bills, and resolutions, and see where permanent DST bills have failed. (Our state is on the list.)

So why are we still moving the clock? Well, federal law doesn’t yet allow permanent DST. So, even if the state approves, it’s up to Congress to set the clocks… so the DST debate is something we’ll have to sleep on.

For now, if you can’t remember which direction to set the clock, remember: Spring forward and fall back. Or, maybe we should make like the astronauts and tell time by the moon.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Tatum.

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