# Session 1 (Oct 10 2024)

**Understanding IT Career Paths & Industry Evolution**

- Introduction to key IT roles and career paths
- Industry trends and how technology has evolved over time

**Resources**

- Presentation deck: [ask-an-old-guy session 1.pdf](https://infrastructuresquad.com/attachments/1)
- Handout - selection of IT roles and recommended skills for each role: [roles and skills handout.pdf](https://infrastructuresquad.com/attachments/2)
- Handout - IT role career path and possible certifications: [career path handout.pdf](https://infrastructuresquad.com/attachments/3)