Z DevOps Talks
Darren Surch talks Interskill Learning, the future of badges, computer-based training, and IBM Z
26 Mar 2021
In episode three of our second season we had the pleasure of talking with Darren Surch, COO - Americas of Interskill Learning. Fun fact, Darren has been named an IBM Champion for yet another year! Check out the link below to learn more about this program. Being the education evangelist that he is, Darren shared with us how he first got into mainframes, everything there is to know about badges, new developments at Interskill Learning, and the future of computer-based training. We also talk about Stacked Badges, the surge in interest of Interskill learning in the era of the pandemic, and how badges can help augment on-the-job training and formal mentorship programs. And if you want to learn more about the relationship between IBM Z and Interskill be sure to check them out today! A complete list of IBM badges are available on Interskill. And learn more about the IBM Champions program here.
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