Foundations of Web Design & Web Authoring Training in Waterloo, Iowa

In most business circles, the question of whether or not a website truly helps a company's business has become somewhat moot. Simply put, a website is a necessary evil, like it or not. The question is no longer, should a company have a website, but rather, is the website optimized to ensure the best potential results. Of course, it is important to understand what is meant by "helping a company."

Many businesses are under the assumption that a website is going to turn into cold hard cash for the company. Well, that could be the case if the organization is using a type of e-commerce platform to buy and sell goods. Many businesses are service oriented and as such, the website serves an entirely different purpose.

How to add an item to a dictionary

[Mar, 29, 2014] |
Tags:

To add to a python dictionary is very easy. First create a dictionary, and then associate a key with a value.

a = {'cat',"furry thing"}
a['dog']="typically likes to run and is very loyal"
print a

Here is what is printed:

{'cat':'furry thing', 'dog':'typically likes to run and is very loyal'}


                
                    
                        
                            Python Programming for Cisco Networking Engineers
                            [Jun, 25, 2018]       |
      Tags:  
                            

	Wondering why Cisco is teaching network engineers Python in addition to their core expertise?

	 

	Yes, arguably there are many other tools available to use to automate the network without writing any code. It is also true that when code is absolutely necessary, in most companies software developers will write the code for the network engineers. However, networks are getting progressively more sophisticated and the ability for network engineers to keep up with the rate of change, scale of networks, and processing of requirements is becoming more of a challenge with traditional methodologies. 

	 

	Does that mean that all network engineers have to become programmers in the future? Not completely, but having certain tools in your tool belt may be the deciding factor in new or greater career opportunities. The fact is that current changes in the industry will require Cisco engineers to become proficient in programming, and the most common programming language for this new environment is the Python programming language. Already there are more opportunities for those who can understand programming and can also apply it to traditional networking practices. 

	 

	Cisco’s current job boards include a search for a Sr. Network Test Engineer and for several Network Consulting Engineers, each with  "competitive knowledge" desired Python and Perl skills. Without a doubt, the most efficient network engineers in the future will be the ones who will be able to script their automated network-related tasks, create their own services directly in the network, and continuously modify their scripts. 

	 

	Whether you are forced to attend or are genuinely interested in workshops or courses that cover the importance of learning topics related to programmable networks such as Python, the learning curve at the very least will provide you with an understanding of Python scripts and the ability to be able to use them instead of the CLI commands and the copy and paste options commonly used.  Those that plan to cling to their CLI will soon find themselves obsolete.

	 

	As with anything new, learning a programming language and using new APIs for automation will require engineers to learn and master the skills before deploying widely across their network. The burning question is where to start and which steps to take next? 

	 

	In How Do I Get Started Learning Network Programmability?  Hank Preston – on the Cisco blog page suggest a three phase approach to diving into network programmability.

	 

	“Phase 1: Programming Basics

	In this first phase you need to build a basic foundation in the programmability skills, topics, and technologies that will be instrumental in being successful in this journey.  This includes learning basic programming skills like variables, operations, conditionals, loops, etc.  And there really is no better language for network engineers to leverage today than Python.  Along with Python, you should explore APIs (particularly REST APIs), data formats like JSON, XML, and YAML. And if you don’t have one already, sign up for a GitHub account and learn how to clone, pull, and push to repos.

	 

	Phase 2: Platform Topics

	Once you have the programming fundamentals squared away (or at least working on squaring them away) the time comes to explore the new platforms of Linux, Docker, and “the Cloud.”  As applications are moving from x86 virtualization to micro services, and now serverless, the networks you build will be extending into these new areas and outside of traditional physical network boxes.  And before you can intelligently design or engineer the networks for those environments, you need to understand how they basically work.  The goal isn’t to become a big bushy beard wearing Unix admin, but rather to become comfortable working in these areas.

	 

	Phase 3: Networking for Today and Tomorrow

	Now you are ready to explore the details of networking in these new environments.  In phase three you will dive deep into Linux, container/Docker, cloud, and micro service networking.  You have built the foundation of knowledge needed to take a hard look at how networking works inside these new environments.  Explore all the new technologies, software, and strategies for implementing and segmenting critical applications in the “cloud native” age and add value to the application projects.”

	 

	Community resources: 

	GitHub’s, PYPL Popularity of Programming Language lists Python as having grown 13.2% in demand in the last 5 years. 

	Python in the  June 2018 TIOBE Index ranks as the fourth most popular language behind Java, C and C++. 

	 

	Despite the learning curve, having Python in your tool belt is without a question a must have tool.

                        
                    
                
                
                    
                        
                            Common Computer Problems and How to Fix Them
                            [May, 09, 2013]       |
      Tags:  
                            

	 Technology is wonderful. It helps us run our businesses and connects us to the world. But when computer problems get in the way of getting what you need to get done, you can go from easygoing to mad-as-a-hornet in 3 seconds flat. Before you panic or give in to the temptation to throw your computer out the window, try these easy fixes.

	5 Common Computer Problems 

	
		Sluggish PC


	A sluggish PC often means low disk space caused by an accumulation of temporary Internet files, photos, music, and downloads. One of the easiest fixes for a slow PC is to clear your cache.

	The way you’ll do this will depend on the Internet browser you use:

	
		Chrome– On the top right-hand side of the screen, you’ll see what looks like a window blind. Click on that. Click on ‘History’ and hit ‘Clear Browsing Data’.


	
		Safari– On the upper left-hand side, you’ll see a tab marked ‘Safari’. Click on that. Scroll down and hit ‘Empty Cache’.


	
		Internet Explorer– Click on ‘Tools’ and scroll down to ‘Internet Options’. Under ‘Browsing History’ click ‘Delete’. Delete files and cookies.


	
		FireFox – At the top of the window click ‘Tools’ then go to ‘Options’. Select the ‘Advanced’ panel and click on the ‘Network’ tab. Go to ‘Cached Web Content’ and hit ‘Clear Now’.


    
        
            
                
                    Tech Life in  Iowa
                    
 Iowa State University is among the top fifty universities that offer 100 Bachelors degree programs. It is also the birthplace of the first digital computer which was invented by John Atanasoff and Clifford Berry in 1937 through 1942. Every year, Iowa State sponsors an education and entertainment festival on campus for Veterinary Medicine, Engineering, Industrial Science, Home Economics and Agriculture (VEISHEA.) Iowa State is involved in a number of significant research and creative projects, multidisciplinary collaboration, technology transfer, and strategies addressing real-world problems.


                    
                            
                
                         Building large applications is still really difficult. Making them serve an organization well for many years is almost impossible.  Malcolm P Atkinson
                     
                other Learning Options   

            
                Software developers near Waterloo have ample opportunities to meet like minded techie individuals, 
                collaborate and expend their career choices by participating in Meet-Up Groups.  The following is a list of 
                Technology Groups in the area.
            
             
                 OpenHack + Open Source Hardware meetup ·
                  Eastern Iowa DevOps ·
                 Iowa JavaScript ·
                   
             
                
            
        
    
    
    
        
            
                training details locations, tags and why hsg
            
            
                
                    
                    
                        the hartmann software group advantage
                        why take 
                        Foundations of Web Design & Web Authoring Training 

                        with the hartmann software group?
                    
                    
                        A successful career as a software developer or other IT professional requires a solid 
                        understanding of software development processes, design patterns, enterprise application architectures, 
                        web services, security, networking and much more.  The progression from novice to expert can be a  
                        daunting endeavor; this is especially true when traversing the learning curve without expert guidance.  A
                        common experience is that too much time and money is wasted on a career plan or application due to misinformation. 
                    
                    
                        
                            The Hartmann Software Group understands these issues and addresses them and others during any 
                            training engagement.  Although no IT educational institution can guarantee career or application development success, 
                            HSG can get you closer to your goals at a far faster rate than self paced learning and, arguably, than the competition. 
                            Here are the reasons why we are so successful at teaching:
                            
                            
                            Learn from the experts.  
                                
                                    We have provided software development and other IT related training 
                                        to many major corporations in  Iowa since 2002.
                                    Our educators have years of consulting and training 
                            experience; moreover, we require each trainer to have cross-discipline expertise i.e. be Java and .NET experts so 
                            that you get a broad understanding of how industry wide experts work and think.
                                   
                            
                            
                                    Discover tips and tricks about Foundations of Web Design & Web Authoring  programming
                            
                                    Get your questions answered by easy to follow, organized Foundations of Web Design & Web Authoring  experts
                            
                                    Get up to speed with vital Foundations of Web Design & Web Authoring  programming tools
                            
                                    Save on travel expenses by learning right from your desk or home office.  Enroll in an online instructor led class.  Nearly 
                            all of our classes are offered in this way.
                            
                                    Prepare to hit the ground running for a new job or a new position
                            
                                    See the big picture and have the instructor fill in the gaps
                            
                                    We teach with sophisticated learning tools and provide excellent supporting course material
                            
                                    Books and course material are provided in advance
                            
                                    Get a book of your choice from the HSG Store as a gift from us when you register for a class
                            
                                    Gain a lot of practical skills in a short amount of time
                            
                                    We teach what we know…software
                            
                                    We care…
                             
                    
                    learn more
                
                
                    
                    
                        page tags 
                        what brought you to visit us
                    
                    
                        Waterloo,  Iowa Foundations of Web Design & Web Authoring Training , 
                        Waterloo,  Iowa Foundations of Web Design & Web Authoring Training Classes, 
                        Waterloo,  Iowa Foundations of Web Design & Web Authoring Training Courses, 
                        Waterloo,  Iowa Foundations of Web Design & Web Authoring Training Course, 
                        Waterloo,  Iowa Foundations of Web Design & Web Authoring Training Seminar 
                    
                
                
                            
                            
                                training locations 
                                 Iowa cities where we offer Foundations of Web Design & Web Authoring Training Classes
                            
                                                    
                            
                                        
                                            
                                                        ·Davenport,  Iowa
                                                    
                                                        · Cedar Rapids, IA
                                                    
                                                        · Council Bluffs
                                                    
                                                        · Dubuque, IA
                                                    
                                                        ·Iowa City,  Iowa
                                                    
                                                        · Ames, IA
                                                    
                                                        ·Des Moines,  Iowa
                                                    
                                                        · Sioux City, IA
                                                    
                                                        · West Des Moines
                                                    
                                                        · Waterloo, IA
                                                                                  
                                    
                                
                        
                    
        
    
    
        
            
                Interesting Reads Take a class with us and receive a book of your choosing for 50% off MSRP.