Tuesday, June 2, 2020

Tech’s Teachable Moment of Equity

First recognized by the federal government in February 1976, Black History Month is a time to celebrate the contributions of African Americans in the United States and beyond. But in a time when the nation is experiencing heightened racial tensions and what sometimes feels like a regression of the gains made during the civil rights movement, many organizations find themselves reflecting on their own diversity and inclusion initiatives and the efficacy of the status quo. For many organizations in the tech industry, this month is an awkward reminder that their workforce still lacks the diversity they need to be most successful. Beyond the typical marketing campaigns and logo changes to celebrate the month, this is a moment for the industry to shift its diversity and inclusion focus to address equity and intergroup dialogue.
The New CompTIA Linux+

This spring, CompTIA will release a new version of CompTIA Linux+ that has been completely revamped. As we bring the exam in house, ending the partnership with LPI, you will be able to earn CompTIA Linux+ by passing just one exam, not two. The content has also been updated to reflect where the technology is going and covers topics such as storage and virtualization, kernel modules, DevOps basics, networking and firewalls, and more.

One of the looming issues that continues to plague the tech industry is that of access. The industry has earned a reputation of being a haven for the elite and often inaccessible to those outside of the immediate networks of tech. Even many of the attempted diversity initiatives focus on contributing funds to non-profits, which doesn’t mean a company is actually invested in changing internal structures or examining external factors that limit access for underrepresented people.

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