Careers in tech are booming across Boston and beyond — are you in? 👀

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

Horror Author Panel | Friday, Mar. 10 | 7 p.m. | Porter Square Books, 50 Liberty Dr., Boston | Free | RSVP to learn from acclaimed horror authors Lucy Snyder, Paul Tremblay and Gretchen Felker-Martin.
Royal Comedy | Friday, Mar. 10 | 8 p.m. | Boch Center, 270 Tremont St., Boston | $63-$129 | Get ready for laughs with world-class comedians, featuring Sommore, Bruce Bruce, Lavell Crawford, and Joe Clair.

Saturday, March 11

The Dubstation | Saturday, Mar. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | The Substation, 4228 Washington St., Boston | $12-$15 | Dance it out at this reggae party in Roslindale, with drinks from Vitamin Sea Brewing.
St. Patrick’s Day Kick-Off Party | Saturday, Mar. 11 | 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. | Dorchester Brewing Company, 1250 Massachusetts Ave., Boston | Free to attend | Kick off St. Patrick’s Day week celebrations with live music, special beer releases, and a Packzi pop-up.
DRAGtacular Brunch | Saturday, Mar. 11 | 12-2:30 p.m. | Laugh Boston, 425 Summer St., Boston | $35-$180 | Laugh Boston will pit Katy Perry against Miley Cyrus in this drag brunch performance + pop queen showdown.
The Moore Than Sneakers Show | Saturday, Mar. 11 | 12-5 p.m. | Reggie Lewis State Track Athletic Ctr., 1350 Tremont St., Boston | $20-$120 | Head to Roxbury to buy, sell, or trade sneakers and connect with fellow sneakerheads.

Sunday, March 12

Poetry Jam | Sunday, Mar. 12 | 7-10 p.m. | Lizard Lounge, 1667 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge | $10 | Stop by the Sunday evening “Jam and Slam” to see a featured poet perform.

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Panel discussion: The Right to “Remain” Silent vs. the Right to Fully Express

The panel is made up of creative professionals like David C. Howse, Vice President of the Office of the Arts at Emerson College. | Photo provided by the Boston Symphony Orchestra

The Boston Symphony Orchestra will host a panel discussion tomorrow (Saturday, March 11) at 5:30 p.m. relating to its performances of Anthony Davis’ ”You Have the Right to Remain Silent.” The discussion will feature six panelists — all Black men, all creative professionals — and focus on the nuances of public expression.

Panelists include Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Anthony Davis; Shakespeare and critical race studies scholar David Sterling Brown, Ph.D.; actor and community arts advocate Terrell Donnell Sledge; Emmy-nominated actor Keith Hamilton Cobb; leader in the Boston arts and theatre scene, David C. Howse; and NAACP Theatre Award winner Robert Manning, Jr. *

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

49º | Partly cloudy | 10% chance of rain

Coming Soon

We’re going loco for this foodie news. Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar is expanding to the former PlantPub space at 61 Brookline Ave. in the Fenway neighborhood. The Mexican eatery will host a hiring fair Wednesday, March 15. 🌮

Film

Quiet on the set. Bova’s Bakery will temporarily close from Monday, March 20-Saturday, March 25 later this month for the filming of “The Instigators.” Matt Damon + Casey Affleck will shoot scenes for the upcoming movie about two thieves on the run at the North End bakery. (Boston 25)

Number

$626,000. That’s how much funding 160 arts and culture organizations received through this year’s Boston Cultural Council grant program. Grantees include the Actors’ Shakespeare Project, Boston Art Review + Boston Jazz Foundation. 💸

State

Governor Healey has pledged $300,000 for the establishment of a statewide unit for missing persons investigations. Her office plans to request funding for the “Missing and Unidentified Persons Coordination Unit” in next year’s proposed budget. (Boston Globe)

Plan Ahead

The Rose Kennedy Greenway announced the lineup for this year’s food truck program, kicking off Monday, April 3. Expect 18 local food vendors, including six new trucks and returning favorites like Cookie Monstah + The Dining Car. Save the date for the Greenway Food Truck Festival on Saturday, May 6.

Ranked

No. 1. That’s where Boston ranked on a list of the best cities for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, thanks to traditions like the annual parade + the number of Irish pubs per capita. Prove the WalletHub ranking right by adding one of these five local St. Paddy’s festivities to your calendar. ☘️ (Wallet Hub)

Today Is

The official launch of mobile sports betting in the Bay State. Check out our guide to placing your bets, both via the seven approved cell phone apps + in-person at three local casinos. 🏈

Job

Do you eat, breathe, and dream about editorial content? We’re hiring a Managing Editor to support the strategic growth and development of 6AM City’s editorial team, specifically as it relates to content management, creation, and strategy. See details + apply.

Watch

Have you prepared your speech? The 95th Academy Awards takes place this Sunday, March 12 at 8 p.m. Not sure where to watch? Stream it with a free five-day trial of DIRECTV STREAM. Bonus: Invite your fellow film buffs over for a watch party. 🍿*

Seasonal

Looking for a spring wardrobe update (or maybe just an excuse to shop)? We love looking for the best deals on Zulily’s current obsessions list, like these flattering wide-leg pants or this textured pink blouse.* 👚

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NEWS

Spring forward ⏱️

An analogue clock with several timezones (Bangkok, Tokyo, Sydney, Beijing, etc.)

At least our phones and computers set their clocks for us. | Photo by Iana Pugachova via Pexels

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. Many 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 Sara.

Editor’s pick: My current goal in life is to receive a compliment from this local TikTok personality. Berklee student Alden McWayne, also known as “Gucci Pineapple,” has made a name for himself by making strangers in our city smile and documenting it for his 500,000+ followers.

What other Boston TikTok stars have found their way to your “for you page?” Let me know so I can give them a follow.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Read about a Boston Symphony Orchestra Festival, a new pizza spot + a mini horse named Stewie Vuitton.

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