E is for Eskwelabs Issue 027 - Let's talk about the future of work ✨💼
In our twenty-seventh issue, we're going to be sharing alumni news, program updates, and a live interview that revolve around the theme "the future of work."
We created this newsletter to keep our alums, partners, and anyone interested in learning skills for the future of work updated and connected to our ever-growing family. If you want to read our previous issues, you can check them out here.
Hi, Francine here! 👋 I am writing this to you on the weekend approaching our 2nd year anniversary. There is much to celebrate! But I will be reserving a special issue for that in the coming weeks. For now, I want to focus on asking you this question: What does the future of work look like right now? In today's newsletter, we're going to be sharing alumni news, program updates, and a live interview that revolve around this theme. 😁
What's in this newsletter:
📺 Our co-founders appear on CNN Philippines' The Final Word with Rico Hizon
🎉 Sharing milestones of Eskwelabs alumni
📝 Updates from the Data Science Fellowship, Data Analytics Bootcamp, and Data Club
📌 What does the future of work look like?
Our co-founders, Angela Chen and Aurelien Chu were featured on CNN Philippines' The Final Word last May 6, 2021 (Thursday night!). We're so thankful for the opportunity to share more about Eskwelabs, the future of education, and the future of work. Thank you, Rico Hizon, for having us! 😄
❤️ Learn more about Eskwelabs' story and mission here.
📺 Watch the full interview on CNN Philippines’ Youtube channel here.
📌 Who are thriving in the future of work?
🎓 Eskwelabs alumni 🎓
The dog did my homework: 'Muttbot' answers simple queries, solves math equations (Philstar)
Filipino-designed Q&A bot TalkingVac answers COVID-19 queries (Rappler)
Omdena Youth Spotlight: Franz Taborlupa (Omdena Blog)
📌 How are we equipping people for the future of work?
Learning subscriptions ⭐
💻 Data Club
Data Club is a virtual upskilling experience and is a hands-on laboratory where you are guided by industry mentors to build data projects with friends.
Data sprint schedules vary 🏃 , so if you can't commit to a whole sprint, try out other activities that match your schedule:
🗂️ Database Design (May 15, 22, 29)
Learn the fundamentals of SQL, from basic to advanced queries and to learn how to design effective databases! Details & pre-requisite skills here.
🖼️ Advanced Image Processing (May 15)
Learn the science of images and appreciate operations in image processing! Details & pre-requisite skills here.
📈 Python to the Rescue (May 22)
Scrape and Analyze Philippine Stock Data! Details & pre-requisite skills here.
📙 Grammar of Graphics (May 29)
Uncover different layers & dimensions of the whole pipeline of effective visualization syntax! Details & pre-requisite skills here.
Immersive programs 💪
🖥️ Data Science Fellowship
"I really appreciate the mentorship and for taking the time to teach us the ropes of data science. I really learned a lot from everyone, Fellows included!!!" —Cohort 6 Fellow, Data Science Fellowship
The Fellowship is a 12-week part-time program for those who are serious about working as data scientists. Fellows will learn via live online classes and receive personal mentorship from industry professionals. Learners can decide to go solo, in pairs, or groups for their capstone projects. These capstone projects serve as the culmination of their Fellowship experience in Eskwelabs.
📣 First day of classes for Cohort 8: September 6, 2021
👉 Learn more about the Fellowship and apply for Cohort 8 today here.
📊 Data Analytics Bootcamp
"It was an honor learning along side you all! Honestly this online class is so great because its super interactive and the Eskwelabs Team really pushes for social interactions. It wasn’t like a cold class that was just pure discussions and this is what I love about Eskwelabs. The socials and games after a very intense topic are kinda refreshing." —Cohort 1 Analyst, Data Analytics Bootcamp
The Bootcamp is an 8-week part-time program to become a data analyst or to level-up in a current role using data analytics skills. Analysts will also learn through live classes and receive mentorship from data analysts with industry-level experience. They will learn to wrangle and visualize data using tools like PowerBI and SQL. They'll also be creating dashboards and generating business insights, while working alongside peers.
📣 First day of classes for Cohort 3: July 19, 2021
👉 Learn more about the Bootcamp and apply for Cohort 3 today here.
That’s it for our twenty-seventh issue of the newsletter! Thank you for reading! 😊
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Have a good Sunday! See you again in your inbox next, next week!
💌 Cheering you on always,
Francine
Associate Communities Manager at Eskwelabs