Degree or prior knowledge required for IT specialists in the field of application development?

What is more important? I spoke to someone with a bit more professional experience and he was also self-employed for a while. Now he said that it would be better to catch up on school and aim for a high school diploma because that is what all employers look for. I don't think it's wrong,…

Can't find an apprenticeship for this year, what should I do?

Hello Community, I simply can't find any more training as an IT specialist for application development this year… I don't know what to do… (And yes, I did write applications) I'm 21, graduated from my Fachabitur (university entrance qualification), then completed a voluntary social year (FSJ) and completed a school-based apprenticeship as a "state-certified information…

Training to become an IT specialist (application development) without prior knowledge?

I was offered the opportunity to train as an IT specialist (application development) and then work for a good company in the USA. However, I don't have any great prior knowledge, apart from a bit of HTML and CSS, but that's it. I am keen on the training, but I am worried that I won't…

Salary for entry-level IT specialists in application development?

Hello, I recently completed my apprenticeship and now want to get off my apprenticeship salary. However, I'm not happy with the new salary in my employment contract, which amounts to just €2,600 gross for a full-time position. My boss claims that's normal for someone just starting out. The company focuses on desktop development and is…

Which hardware is needed for an IT specialist and what prior knowledge is required?

Hey, I will begin my IT specialist training on September 1, 2024. I can only decide in more detail after the first six months whether I want to specialize in the following field: Data and process analysis Application development (System integration) Depending on my previous research and prior knowledge, my preference is for the first…

Starting a career in my current situation is very difficult, what should I do?

Hello everyone, I hope you're doing well 🙂 I have a burning question for experienced IT professionals. Perhaps an IT professional can give me some guidance or tips to make me more attractive on the job market? A brief overview of my career: Shortly before the coronavirus pandemic began, I lost my job as a…

IT specialist, which specialization? FiAe or FiSi?

Good Morning! I want to retrain as an IT specialist, but I can't decide which field to pursue. I enjoy both software and hardware. For me, the application developer or the system integrator would be suitable. Which of these qualifications will allow you to become self-employed and earn a good living? Which offer "better" prospects…