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How to start a career in tech [Events Roundup]

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Mike Matranga went from cell phone salesman to developer lead at a Philly tech firm. He’ll be talking about his experience and how to start a career in technology at NET/WORK, our job fair this Tuesday.
And don’t miss our editor-in-chief, Zack Seward, at the Arts + Business Council’s event featuring OkCupid cofounder Christian Rudder.

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NET/WORK
Find a job or a freelance gig in Philly tech, listen to dev talks, get a killer headshot (free with ticket!) or just drink with other technologists at happy hour in our second annual NET/WORK jobs fair. Full list of tech firms hiring here.
Tuesday, Feb. 10
1-7 p.m.

Union Transfer, 1026 Spring Garden St. Callowhill.
RSVP. $5-$10, free for students and recent grads.

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City of Philadelphia Capital Access
Looking for money to accelerate your business? Find out from the city’s Commerce Department, PIDC and Old City District about how to do that in this N3rd Street event.
Thursday, Feb. 12
5-7 p.m

The Living Room at The Bourse, 111 S. Independence Mall East, 10th Floor. Old City.
RSVP. Free.

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People & Analytics: Data Driven Dating with Instamour
Hear about how companies like BehaviorMatrix, Brian Communications and AppJaxx Consulting are using data to get users.
Thursday, Feb. 12
6-8 p.m.

First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chestnut St. Rittenhouse.
RSVP. Free.

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