--- title: The Router | IT training, description: IT training, | Tech901 provides instructor-led technology training, industry certifications, and career support to help Mid-South adults build skills employers value and pursue rewarding careers in technology. image: https://blog.tech901.org/hubfs/2026%20Blog%20Banner-1.png --- [![TECH901-logo-header](https://blog.tech901.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Tech901_Brand_Logos/TECH901-logo-header.png?width=3000&height=706&name=TECH901-logo-header.png "TECH901-logo-header")](https://tech901.org/) [Certifications](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/certifications) ## [The Truth About Tech901’s Classes](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/the-truth) At Tech901, everything we do comes back to one thing: Train. Certify. Employ. That’s not just a message—it’s how the program works. [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/the-truth) [CompTIA](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/comptia) ## [Celebrating a Decade of Impact: Tech901 and CompTIA's Transformation of Memphis' IT Workforce](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/celebrating-a-decade) Over the past ten years, Memphis has witnessed a remarkable transformation in its IT landscape, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Tech901 and CompTIA. Established in 2015, Tech901 emerged as a... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/celebrating-a-decade) [Job Training, Skills Gap, IT Foundations, Code 1.0](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/job-training-skills-gap-it-foundations-code-1-0) ## [A Better Memphis](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/a-better-memphis) Tech901, a Memphis-based nonprofit, is making significant strides in bridging the gap between the city's growing demand for IT professionals and the available workforce. Since its inception in 2015,... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/a-better-memphis) [STEM Careers](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/stem-careers) ## [Steve Denegri Looks Back at 10 Years of Tech901](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/steve-denegri-0) "This is the longest I’ve been with one company in my professional career, and there’s a reason for that. Even if we only impacted the life of one Memphian in a year, I would still want to do what I... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/steve-denegri-0) [STEM Careers](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/stem-careers) ## [Jenny Carmichael reflects on her career journey as Tech901 enters its 10th year - what’s next?](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/jenny-carmichael) When Jenny Carmichael first walked through the doors of Tech901 in 2016, she thought she was just signing on to do marketing for a non-profit. Nearly a decade later, it’s clear her contributions have... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/jenny-carmichael) 3 min read [Student Highlight](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/student-highlight) - Jan 24, 2023 ## [Kelsey Johnson: Taking a Chance on IT](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/kelsey-johnson-taking-a-chance-on-it) Sometimes life challenges you to take your own advice. Data analyst for Optum healthcare, Kelsey Johnson, knows this to be true. [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/kelsey-johnson-taking-a-chance-on-it) 7 min read [Certifications](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/certifications) - Apr 14, 2021 ## [5 Tips for Tech901 Students: Advice from Recent Graduates](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/5-tips-for-tech901-students-tips-from-recent-graduates) Maybe you've been thinking about taking an IT class, but you don't know what to expect. What's the class like? What's a lab? How much studying is there? Well, we talked to 5 Tech901 students here in Memphis about their recent... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/5-tips-for-tech901-students-tips-from-recent-graduates) 6 min read [CompTIA](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/comptia) - Sep 17, 2019 ## [Student Stories: Zachary Holland, the New IT Education](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/student-stories-zachary-holland) [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/student-stories-zachary-holland) 6 min read [Student Highlight](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/student-highlight) - Jun 20, 2019 ## [Meet Catrina Dean, Tech901's Newest Instructor](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/meet-catrina-dean) “Hey, do you remember me?!” Straight from his class with Crosstown's CodeCrew, a young man walks confidently into the Tech901 offices and goes straight for Catrina Dean, shaking hands with her enthusiastically. Catrina, a smile... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/meet-catrina-dean) 4 min read [Certifications](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/certifications) - May 3, 2019 ## [TECH901 WELCOMES THEIR 1000th STUDENT](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/1000-student) Brandon King, born and raised in Memphis, didn't know he would be the 1,000th student at Tech901 when he enrolled in his second class. But he did know that getting his CompTIA Network+ Certification was the next step in his... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/1000-student) 2 min read [Instructors](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/instructors) - Jul 11, 2018 ## [Instructor Perspective: Aaron Lamey](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/instructorperspective_aaron) At Tech901, we are lucky to have amazingly talented instructors preparing the future IT workers in our beloved city of Memphis. A self-described supporter of educators from PreK to Ph.D., our lead instructor, Aaron Lamey, prides... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/instructorperspective_aaron) 1 min read [IT training,](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/it-training) - Oct 11, 2017 ## [Which Tech Path Is Right for You?](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/whichtechpathisrightforyou) When it comes to choosing the right tech path to suit your career goals, it can be challenging figuring out which direction you want to go. But with a better understanding about what is available, coupled with the right training [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/whichtechpathisrightforyou) ### Popular Post [Want to know more about IT Networking? Look no further!](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/itnetworkinginfo) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) - Jun 19, 2017 ["It all goes back to community:" IT Fellow Tahja Belin Reflects on Her IT Journey](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/it-all-goes-back-to-community-it-fellow-tahja-belin-reflects-on-her-it-journey) [Remember Media](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/remember-media) - Dec 17, 2025 [Ryan Burrell: Wired for IT](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/ryan-burrell-wired-for-tech) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) - May 8, 2020 [Taking a Chance on Yourself: Paula & Joel's IT Journey](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/taking-a-chance-on-yourself-paula-joels-it-journey) [Remember Media](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/remember-media) - Feb 26, 2026 [A Common Goal of Self and Career Improvement: Tech901's Vision for its Next Decade](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/a-common-goal-of-self-and-career-improvement-tech901s-vision-for-its-next-decade) [Remember Media](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/remember-media) - Nov 19, 2025 ### Recent Posts [Beyond Basic Computer Skills: Building Technical Knowledge for Your Career](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/beyond-basic-computer-skills) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) Oct 26, 2026 [Why Tech901 Starts with the Basics—And Why Employers Do Too](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/why-tech901-starts-with-the-basics) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) Jul 29, 2026 [Why Your Career Hub Profile Matters More Than You Think](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/your-career-hub-profile-matters) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) Jun 25, 2026 [Job Postings Keep Saying the Same Thing](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/job-postings-saying-the-same-thing) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) May 8, 2026 [VCR. DVD. Streaming. AI. You’ve Adapted Before. This Is No Different.](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/vcr-dvd-streaming) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) Apr 30, 2026 ### Subscribe and Stay Informed Read success stories of Tech901 graduates hired for Information Technology jobs in Memphis. From Networking and Cybersecurity to Project Management and Computer Programming, Tech901 training produces real results and changes lives. 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