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Education

Careers in tech are booming across San Diego and beyond — are you in? 👀
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Bootcamp curriculums are up to date with current industry trends, so students gain knowledge + experience they can use in the real world. | Photo provided by Flatiron School
Did you know? Employment in the tech industry is expected to grow ~15% by 2031 — adding 680,000+ jobs to the US labor force. Read: If you’re looking to switch jobs or enter the industry, now is a good time to expand your skills (and make your resume more attractive).

One educational option? Flatiron School, which offers online or in-person options to fit most budgets, lifestyles, and experience levels — whether you’re a college graduate just starting out or a seasoned professional in a mid-career pivot.

Course options:

  • Software Engineering: This course is crafted for all skill levels — whether you have zero coding knowledge, are self-taught, or are somewhere in between. Flatiron’s approach focuses on applying skills through hands-on, collaborative experiences, whether that’s pair programming, code reviews, or coding challenges. Students will further hone their communication skills and become part of the tech community as they build, share, and refine their Github portfolios.
  • Data Science: Data is only as valuable as the person behind it, and Flatiron trains you to be that person. Experienced instructors show students how to extract and visualize data, leverage it to find actionable insights, and make powerful predictions with machine learning — all rare yet highly-desired skill sets.
  • Cybersecurity: Employers are actively seeking and hiring cybersecurity professionals at more than twice the rate of the average job outside of the tech industry. This course focuses on the core aspects of cybersecurity, including network security, Python (no, snakes aren’t involved), pen testing, threat intelligence, cryptology, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (one of the most important building blocks in the curriculum).
  • Product Design: Students gain hands-on UX/UI (user experience and user interface) design skills using modern tools like Figma + Webflow, building a professional portfolio (intentionally crafted to catch hiring managers’ eyes upon graduation).
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Build long-lasting relationships with your cohort and establish a community for you to lean on for the rest of your career. | Photo provided by Flatiron School

How it works:

  • Flatiron offers both full-time programs (15 weeks) and flexible-pace programs (up to 60 weeks).
  • Both program options are available online. Flatiron also has Denver, CO + New York City campuses for in-person courses.
  • Flatiron offers graduates up to 180 days of one-on-one career coaching to help students succeed during their job search.
  • Flexible financing is available with a 12-month, no-interest installment plan. Chat with Admissions to see what works best for you financially; some students qualify for additional support, like cost of living loans.

How to apply:

Interested? Prospective students can chat with admissions virtually to see if Flatiron might be a good fit, then complete an online application followed by an admissions interview + assessment. Pro tip: Enrollment is open year-round, so you can apply anytime.

See you in the (virtual) classroom, San Diego.*
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Friday, March 10
  • Art Break | Friday, Mar. 10 | 12-1 p.m. | Mingei International, San Diego | $15 | Contemporary artist Justin Favela discusses his installations and sculptures centered on American pop culture and the Latinx experience.
  • 30th San Diego Latino Film Festival | Through Sunday, March 19 | Times vary | AMC Mission Valley Cinemas, 1640 Camino Del Rio N., San Diego | $12-$225 | An 11-day celebration of Latino cinema, arts, and culture featuring 150+ films.
Saturday, March 11
  • Shamrock 5k Walk/Run | Saturday, Mar. 11 | 9-11:30 a.m. | NTC Park, 2455 Cushing Rd., San Diego | $20 | Trek through a 5K course, and then enjoy music, vendors, and games; proceeds benefit Prevent Child Abuse America.
  • World of Orchids at San Diego Botanic Garden | Saturday, Mar. 11-Sunday, April 9 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | San Diego Botanical Gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas | $18 | Admire beautiful orchids, locally-bred hybrids, and rare plant species at the annual exhibition artfully staged in the glass-enclosed Dickinson Family Education Conservatory.
  • TinyFest California | Saturday, Mar. 11 + Sunday, Mar. 12 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar | $20-$87 | Explore tiny living with small homes, ADUs, van conversions, and more.
  • Ladies & Pups Market | Saturday, Mar. 11 | 12-4 p.m. | Second Chance Beer Company, 15378 Avenue of Science, Ste. 222, San Diego | Free | Sip beer and explore a market filled with goodies for dogs and their pawrents.
  • San Diego Legion vs. Dallas Jackals | Saturday, Mar. 11 | 5 p.m. | Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way, San Diego | $20-$145 | Root for San Diego’s Major League Rugby team at their new home.
Sunday, March 12
  • Prebys Play Day: Biology Through Art | Sunday, Mar. 12 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, 700 Prospect St., La Jolla | Free | Live music, games, and interactive STEAM installations by local artist-scientists — a great outing for the whole family.
  • Easy Wind: A Tribute to Grateful Dead | Sunday, Mar. 12 | 2-7 p.m. | Quartyard, 1301 Market St., San Diego | Deadheads, perk up for this lively tribute show riffing on the hits of the 1970s rockers.
Monday, March 13
  • SZA: SOS Tour | Monday, Mar. 13 | 8 p.m. | Viejas Arena, 5500 Canyon Crest Dr., San Diego | $255-$1,500+ | The “Kill Bill” singer performs with Omar Apollo.
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Weather
  • 68º | Showers likely | 56% chance of rain 🌧️
  • Umbrella, activate. The National Weather Service says an “incoming rain-maker” will bring up to a quarter-inch of rain to parts of San Diego County tonight. Showers may continue into Saturday morning, and more rain is expected to return Tuesday, March 14. ☔ (National Weather Service)
Sunrise + Sunset
  • Rise: 6:06 a.m.
  • Set: 5:53 p.m.
Tide
  • Low: 4:38 a.m. + 4:31 p.m.
  • High: 10:36 a.m. + 10:50 p.m.
  • Water Temperature: 56°
Civic
  • President Joe Biden is coming to town. The POTUS will meet in San Diego with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Australian Prime Minister Anothony Albanese on Monday, March 13, to discuss ongoing security issues in the Indo-Pacific Region. Bloomberg News reports the president may unveil a nuclear submarine deal while he’s here. 🇺🇸 (San Diego Union-Tribune + Bloomberg News)
Open
  • Ahoy, SD. “The Loma Room” exhibition is now open at the Nautical History Gallery and Museum in Liberty Station’s Arts District. The display features mini models of US Navy ships, Naval artifacts, and antiques tied to the area’s nautical history. Admission is free; visit Wednesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. ⚓
Arts
  • The Commission for Arts and Culture wants local artists and cultural practitioners to apply for its ~$33,333 Far South/Border North grants to create campaigns that connect communities through awareness and equity. Applications are due Wednesday, March 22, by 5 p.m.; read the guidelines or attend office hours. ✍️
Holiday
  • With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, the House of Ireland in Balboa Park will celebrate Irish culture by hosting the lawn program this Sunday, March 12, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., at the International Cottages. Expect Irish food and drinks, live music, and traditional dancing. 🇮🇪
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  • Long live the king. “Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience” is extending its local run, staying at the Del Mar Fairgrounds through Sunday, May 7. The exhibition is also offering a free ticket to 6th graders with a paid adult admission so students can learn about King Tut beyond their school curriculum. ⚱️
Outdoors
  • If you’re heading to Anza-Borrego to see the Desert Bloom soon (or other parts of SoCal), remember to treat nature kindly (you are a guest, after all), stay on marked trails, and don’t trample or pick the flowers. Also remember: Anza-Borrego State Desert Park is a no drone zone. 🌸
Job
  • Do you eat, breathe, and dream about editorial content? We’re hiring a Managing Editor to support the strategic growth and development of 6AM City’s editorial team, specifically as it relates to content management, creation, and strategy. See details + apply.
  • The City of San Diego is hiring for hundreds of positions from management to entry level. Learn more online or head to a career fair on Wednesday, March 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Balboa Park Club — 2144 Pan American Rd. W. 💼
Watch
  • Have you prepared your speech? The 95th Academy Awards takes place this Sunday, March 12 at 5 p.m. Not sure where to watch? Stream it with a free five-day trial of DIRECTV STREAM. Bonus: Invite your fellow film buffs over for a watch party. 🍿*
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Spring forward ⏱️

Will we always change the clock?
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At least our phones and computers set their clocks for us. | Photo by Iana Pugachova via Pexels
It’s time to set the clock forward — daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. local time this Sunday, March 12.

So far, only two states opt out of daylight saving time (or DST) — Arizona and Hawaii — but changes could be on the horizon for our local clocks as well. California and many other states have made moves towards “year-round daylight saving time” which would mean no longer changing the clocks twice a year (each spring and each fall) by permanently adjusting everyone’s time zone forward by one hour.

Want to learn more? You can read up on which states have introduced DST laws, bills, and resolutions, and see where permanent DST bills have failed. (Our state is on the list.)

So why are we still moving the clock? Well, federal law doesn’t yet allow permanent DST. So, even if the state approves, it’s up to Congress to set the clocks… so the DST debate is something we’ll have to sleep on.

For now, if you can’t remember which direction to set the clock, remember: Spring forward and fall back. Or, maybe we should make like the astronauts and tell time by the moon.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Monica.

Editor’s pick: OK, not that we’re surprised, but y’all have some serious opinions about the best burgers in San Diego — and we just love that about you. 🍔

We’re still rounding up results on our March Madness Burger Bracket, so make sure you vote in our selection round by Monday, March 13. You can also let us know your thoughts on our Instagram feed. We’ll let you know which eight local spots made the cut early next week.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? We did a little window shopping and checked out three luxury homes — $12-28 million — for sale in San Diego. 💸
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