Rodney De Koch shares practical advice for young people who want to enter the IT industry and build a successful career in technology.
With over 30 years of experience working across government, global technology companies, and international projects, Rodney now focuses on mentoring students, coaching businesses, and helping bridge the gap between academia and the real world of work.
In this conversation with CompTIA’s Loraine Vorster, he explains why many students don’t need to wait three or four years for a university degree to begin building a career.
Short, focused certifications and practical skills can help young people become employable far more quickly.
Rodney also discusses the importance of curiosity, entrepreneurship, and taking ownership of your career path in a rapidly changing technology landscape.