--- title: The Router | Tech901 description: Tech901 | 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) ## [Beyond Basic Computer Skills: Building Technical Knowledge for Your Career](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/beyond-basic-computer-skills) [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/beyond-basic-computer-skills) [Partners](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/partners) ## [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) “What’s happening (in IT) now is exactly why we’re here,” said Aaron Lamey in 2023 in an interview ahead of stepping into his role as Executive Director of Tech901. [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/a-common-goal-of-self-and-career-improvement-tech901s-vision-for-its-next-decade) [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... 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But now I’m doing what I want to do, so it was worth it.” – Alexandra Pena [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/alexandra-pena-finding-a-home-in-cyber-security) 5 min read [Tech901 Academy](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/tech901-academy) - Feb 13, 2020 ## [Nick Rodgers: Back to School](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/nick-rodgers-back-to-school) If you're interested in any of the courses Nick has taken, click on one to learn more. Begin your IT career with our online application. If you ran into Nick Rodgers today, it's likely it would be on the grounds of his alma... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/nick-rodgers-back-to-school) 6 min read [Certifications](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/certifications) - Jan 13, 2020 ## [2019 Year-End Wrap Up: We've Got the Numbers](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/2019-year-end-review) 2019 Numbers Fall 2019 Graduation Donor Thank You [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/2019-year-end-review) 9 min read [Tech901](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/tech901) - Nov 22, 2019 ## [Web vs. Code: What's the Difference?](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/web-programming-vs.-code-whats-the-difference) Here at Tech901, we offer a lot of courses throughout the year. It can get pretty confusing when you're trying to sign up for a class. When is it? Which one should I take? What exactly are you going to learn? Well, if you're... 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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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