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IT contractors using an umbrella company must be proactive -- because the government is choosing not to be

To fight against the umbrella market’s 'bad actors,' don’t do what ministers are doing and that's put off until tomorrow what you can do today.

7 May 2024

6 min

Applying for a tech job online: a playbook on freelance IT job adverts

How Free-Work users can spot everything from red flags to subtleties in employers’ digital postings for talent.

3 May 2024

7 min

How to Get a Job as a Software Developer in the UK: A Complete Guide

Software development is thriving in the United Kingdom, with numerous job opportunities for skilled professionals.

30 April 2024

6 min

Understanding New UK IoT Security Laws for IT Professionals

Cybersecurity and product security are paramount considerations for IT professionals.

30 April 2024

3 min

Top 5 remote tech jobs for IT contractors

Remote jobs in technology are a reality which covid accelerated and isn’t going to get reset, at least not by forward-thinking companies -- Leap29.

30 April 2024

6 min

App developer or software developer? Here’s the key skills, career paths, and current demand

Difference between app development and software development -- explained to Free-Work by Computer Futures, plus handy starter tips.

26 April 2024

3 min

Guide to Freelancing

Leveraging creativity to build your freelance brand

As a freelancer, your personal brand is your most valuable asset. By developing a unique creative approach to your work, you can transform your technical skills into competitive advantage and create a visual identity that brings your brand personality to life.

24 April 2024

3 min

Government told silence would be better than its 'nothing' update on contractor umbrella company regulation

‘Thin,’ ‘feeble,’ and ‘leaving contractors exposed’ -- experts aren’t holding back to Free-Work about the government dragging its feet on regulating umbrellas.

23 April 2024

4 min

Do contractors get paid for sick leave?

Explained: when poorly IT contractors can and can’t claim sick pay.

19 April 2024

5 min

Do contractors get holiday pay?

SAW Consulting speaks to Free-Work about that age-old, nagging question of holiday pay and your eligibility as a tech contractor.

16 April 2024

5 min

10 essential skills for cyber security contractors

Hiring supremo Leap29 lists for Free-Work the key components of a freelance security consultant’s skillset in 2024.

12 April 2024

5 min

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Coding and Developer Training Courses

Learning to code is like learning a new language.

9 April 2024

2 min

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Java Interview Questions

Interviews for IT jobs including Java jobs often include challenges far beyond the usual questions regarding career aspirations.IT interviews often consist of brainteasers, riddles and practical questions designed to measure your logic, reasoning, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills.

9 April 2024

1 min

Careers in the Public Sector

The public sector is essentially made up of a collection of bodies: local governments and councils, central government, civil service departments and national assemblies and parliaments.Over the past 10 years working in the public sector has become an increasingly more attractive proposition for tho.

9 April 2024

3 min

Becoming a Trained Business Analyst

With demand for Business Analysts remaining high and the average salary exceeding £47,000, training in Business Analysis can open up a range of exciting prospects.Getting your first Business Analyst JobThere are only a few Business Analyst training options before you leave full time education, howev.

9 April 2024

2 min

Top Free Game Engines for Computer Game Developers

Whether you're just starting out in computer game development or already have experience in making your own games, you'll find that there are a great number of free game engines available for you to use.Working on your own computer game can give you the experience and skills necessary to open up a r.

9 April 2024

4 min

IT jobs in Switzerland

Switzerland is located in central Europe sharing borders with Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Italy and France.

9 April 2024

3 min