We’re staring down the last stretch of 2025, but the skills shaping 2026 are already here. Whether you’re plotting a career move, looking to boost your confidence at work, or just curious about where tech’s heading next, now’s the time to skill up.
The good news is, you don’t need months to make progress. Our short courses, workshops, and free classes make it easy to pick up in-demand tech skills before the year wraps.
1. Learn the language of AI
AI isn’t slowing down anytime soon. From chatbots to creative tools, the people who understand how to use AI—ethically and effectively—are the ones leading the charge. You don’t need to code a model to take advantage of it. You just need to know how to think with it.
Start here:
- Free AI for beginners classes
- AI Academy role-specific workshops
- AI for Workplace Efficiency Workshop
- AI for Career Transition Workshop
2. Get fluent in data analytics
Every product launch, ad campaign, and business decision runs on data (did we mention, AI does also?). Learning to clean, analyze, and visualize data doesn’t just make you valuable—it makes you essential. And the best part? You can start small and build fast.
Start here:
- Tableau Fundamentals Workshop
- Programming with Python Fundamentals Workshop
- Data Analytics Short Course
- Data Science Short Course
3. Strengthen your cybersecurity basics
Tech moves fast—but threats move faster. A basic understanding of cybersecurity isn’t just for IT pros anymore. It’s a must-have for anyone working with digital tools or sensitive data (which is basically everyone).
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4. Sharpen your digital communication and collaboration
The best ideas fall flat without the right delivery. Knowing how to communicate across teams—especially when tech’s involved—is one of the most underrated skills in any industry.
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- Free beginner coding classes
- Front-End Web Development Short Course
- JavaScript Development Short Course
5. Future-proof your creativity
The next wave of creativity is powered by tech. From design to marketing, creative professionals who know how to use AI and data to their advantage will be the ones setting the pace in 2026.
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Stay ahead of what’s next
The year’s ending, but your momentum doesn’t have to. Whether you dip your toe in with a free class, build a foundation in a workshop, or dive into a short course—every skill you learn now puts you a step ahead for 2026.
Explore our full course catalog—and make this the year you stopped waiting and started building what’s next. We’re here to help.