If one wishes to stay abreast of the changing tech landscape in this age of decreased attention times and information overload, then a regular curated list of articles, links, or blog posts is invaluable.
In my humble opinion these are the top newsletters out today that concern web development and software/hardware tech. This list is a mix of development and design, software and hardware, news articles, tutorials, and blog posts.
The usual caveat that the Web is in a constant state of partial failure and is scattered with many defunct newsletters. Natural law states that this list of links will quickly become out of date. Let me know any suggestions via email or Twitter.
Hacker Newsletter Hacker News, condensed. Essential information and monthly job boards too.
Webdesigner Depot: Does what it says on the tin. Professional web designer newsletter, with articles on UI/UX, optimization, tooling, design trends, and free stuff.
Web Tools Weekly: “Front-end development and web design newsletter with a focus on tools. Each issue features a brief tip or tutorial, followed by a weekly round-up of various apps, scripts, plugins, and other resources to help front-end developers solve problems and be more productive.”
MIT Technology Review - The Download (weekday newsletter): “The mission of MIT Technology Review is to bring about better-informed and more conscious decisions about technology through authoritative, influential, and trustworthy journalism.” Robotics, AI, blockchain, self-driving vehicles, ethics in tech, cybersecurity and much more. Also offer other weekly newsletters on specialized topics.
I’ve lived in Chicago three years so here are my favorite tech meetups and recurring events in terms of my interest and availability to students in general. Most require an RSVP.
If you’re a student in higher education in Illinois, (and even if you’re not,) then I highly recommend signing up for Illinois Tech Association and their newsletter.
Webinars and networking events, talent portal job board.
When subscribing, choose the “Insider” newsletter for early notice of events.
Coming soon is a code challenge competition this fall, 2018 ITA Tech Challenge.
Anita Borg Institute Chicago chapter hosts the 3rd Annual diversiTECH Hiring Fair August 15 2018 at The Connectory, 5th Floor of Merchandise Mart.