Lesson 1 - Evolving with the Field of IT

continuous learning

The ongoing process of acquiring new knowledge or skills throughout one's career to stay relevant in an ever-evolving industry

Adaptability

The ability to adjust to new technologies, environments, and challenges in a dynamic field like IT

Emerging Technologies

Innovative technologies in the early stages of development or adoption, such as AI, blockchain, and quantum computing.

Lifelong Learning

Commitment to continuous education and skills development throughout one's life to stay competitive in It

transferrable skils

skills like problem-solving and communication that are applicable across various roles and industries within IT and beyond.

up-skilling

the process of learning new skills or advancing current ones to remain competitive in the job market

re-skilling

learning new skills to transition into a different career or role within the IT industry

Cloud Computing

Delivery of computing services such as storage and processing power over the Internet, enabling more flexibility and innovation

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

a field of computer focused on creating machines that can simulate human intelligence

blockchain

A decentralized, distributed, and public digital ledger technology that securely records transactions across multiple computers

Cybersecurity

The practice of protecting systems, networks, and data from cyber threats or unauthorized access

Digital Transformation

the process of integrating digital technology into all areas of a business, fundamentally changing how it operates and delivers value to customers

Agile Methodology

a project management approaches commonly used in IT, emphasizing flexibility, collaboration, and customer satifaction

DevOps

a set of practices that combines software development (dev) and IT operations (Ops) to improve collaboration and accelerate software delivery

Data Analysis

the science of analyzing raw data to make informed decisions, often using specialized software and tools

Internet of Things (IoT)

a network of interconnected devices that can collect and echange data through the internet

Virtualization

the creation of virtual versions of physical computing resources, such as servers, storage, or networks, to optimize performance and efficiency

automation

the use of technology to perform tasks with minimal human intervention, improving efficiency and accuracy

Technical Debt

the cost of choosing an easy, short-term solution in software development that requires more work to fix in the long run

Agile Development

am iterative approach to software development that focuses on collaboration, customer feedback, and small, rapid releases

model drift

a decline in a model's performance over time due to changes in the data it encounters

ethical ai

AI that adheres to principles like fairness, transparency, and accountability to avoid harm.

development

the process of designing, building, and deploying AI models or software applications

AI regulations

laws and policies governing the safe and responsible use of AI technologies

cognitive computing

technology that minics human thinking to solve complex problems and analyze data

Generalizarion

a model's ability to make accurate predictions on new, unseen data

AI Augmentation

AI that enhances human abilities by assisting with tasks rather than replacing humans