Tech Talk - Pitt IT Newsletter for Students (Mar 2023) No images? Click here ![]() Tech Tools for Managing the MadnessMidterms are behind us, and finals will be here before you know it, with several exams and papers in between! While it can be a challenging time, Pitt IT has everything you need to get you through all the exams, projects, and papers.
Here are some other tips to make sure you’re taking care of yourself and your devices when burning the midnight oil:
Master Group ProjectsZoom, GroupMe, and Google Docs are great, but Microsoft Teams can do it all, and more, in one spot. Teams has video calls, group chat, file sharing, Microsoft Office integration, and easy online meetings. Never toggle between platforms again! Learn more. SheLeads Women's ForumThurs., March 30 at 3 - 6 p.m.Join a panel of distinguished alumni, faculty, and other friends of SCI sharing their lived experiences as women leaders in technology at different points in their careers. Then, Dr. Catherine Marsh, IARPA Director, will deliver a forward-looking talk on technology and
opportunities. A reception will follow. Don't Dismiss DuoYou hear your phone ding, open the notification, hit the green button, and head back to your laptop to keep working. Wait a minute. Why did you get a Duo prompt? You weren’t logging into something. Oh no. 10,000 people just received a phishing scam from your email address. Don't be that person. ![]() Perfect Your LinkedIn ProfileA well-crafted LinkedIn profile will take you far in your career and maintain professional contacts that can help you in the future. Write a good summary that encapsulates your passions and what you want to do while actively growing your network. Don’t be afraid to make those connections! You can also link your LinkedIn Learning account to include the courses and certificates you've completed to sell yourself even more. Then, use LinkedIn Resume Builder to create a professional resume from your profile information. Safety Is All the RaveThe Rave Guardian app is your hub for staying safe at Pitt, from one-touch calls to Pitt Police and anonymous reporting of concerns, to the Safety Timer so friends can make sure you get home safely. Already have it? iOS users need to download the most recent version to fix a critical issue. Download the app today at no cost from the Pitt App Center. Be Aware of Phishing ScamsPhishing and cyberattacks are surging at Pitt and across the country. You don’t have to be a cybersecurity pro to stay safe. Here are a few routine precautions to adopt:
Tech Hot Topics at Pitt:Check out Pitt IT’s latest blogs to read about all the topics Pitt IT is thinking about: New LinkedIn Learning CoursesLinkedIn Learning is the perfect resource for those looking to learn new skills or sharpen old ones. If you’re a Pitt student who is about to graduate, you can learn different tools through courses to enhance your resume. Log into LinkedIn Learning at linkedinlearning.pitt.edu with your Pitt credentials and check out these new courses:
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