Session 01
Jun 8, 2026
IT Career Roadmap 2026: AI, Cloud, Cyber, Data, DevOps & Web
Start with the big picture and understand how modern tech careers connect.
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May–June Completion Sprint
The updated May–June Completion Sprint: a practical tech career roadmap covering AI, Python, a focused SQL/Data mini-series, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Web, DevOps, portfolio building, and getting hired.
Beginners
Career Switchers
Adult Learners
Working Professionals
Updated from the May 2026 Live Series
The June Completion Sprint completes and expands the original May live sessions.
The original May 2026 Live Series remains available at /live2026 for historical reference. This May–June Completion Sprint is the updated, organized, and completed version for Learn IT Free Summer 2026.
Updated Session 4
SQL, Data & Analytics is now Session 4 — and a focused mini-series.
Instead of waiting until later in the sprint, SQL and data now come immediately after AI Fluency. This helps learners connect Python, AI, databases, analytics, reporting, and interview readiness earlier in the roadmap.
Watch the SQL/Data mini-series
Recommended watch order
Watch in order for the best career roadmap experience.
The sprint starts with career direction, then moves through foundational skills and major tech tracks before closing with hiring, portfolio, and income roadmap strategy.
- 1. Career roadmap
- 2. Python foundations
- 3. AI fluency
- 4. SQL/Data mini-series
- 5. Cloud Big 3
- 6. Cloud + cybersecurity
- 7. Full stack
- 8. DevOps
- 9. Get hired in tech
- 10. Portfolio + income roadmap
Full 10-session schedule
Complete the roadmap from career clarity to portfolio strategy.
Each session page will include the video, notes, resources, next steps, and links to continue the sprint.
Session 02
Jun 11, 2026
Python Live Demo Follow-Up: Python for AI, Data, Cloud & Cyber
See why Python is a practical foundation skill across multiple tech paths.
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Session 03
Jun 13, 2026
AI Fluency: Use AI Like a Pro in 2026
Learn how to use AI practically for work, learning, productivity, and career growth.
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Session 04
Jun 15–18, 2026
Mini-Series
SQL, Data & Analytics Foundations for Beginners
Session 4 now opens a focused SQL + Data mini-series: 4A explains SQL foundations, 4B connects analytics, tools, NoSQL and careers, and 4C moves learners into projects, mistakes, practice and portfolio proof.
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Session 05
Jun 17, 2026
Cloud Big 3 Explained: AWS vs Azure vs Google Cloud
Compare the major cloud platforms and understand where each fits in career planning.
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Session 06
Jun 20, 2026
Cloud + Cybersecurity Systems: How Modern IT Is Secured
Understand how cloud, identity, networks, access, monitoring, and cybersecurity connect.
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Session 07
Jun 22, 2026
Full Stack Explained: Frontend, Backend, APIs & Databases
Break down how modern web applications work from user interface to database.
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Session 08
Jun 24, 2026
DevOps for Beginners: Git, CI/CD, Cloud Deployment & Automation
Learn the beginner-friendly view of DevOps, automation, deployment, and modern delivery pipelines.
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Session 09
Jun 27, 2026
Get Hired in Tech: Resume, LinkedIn, Portfolio & Interviews
Translate learning into job-readiness with resume, LinkedIn, portfolio, and interview strategy.
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Session 10
Jun 29, 2026
Build Your Tech Portfolio & Income Roadmap
Close the sprint with a practical plan for projects, portfolio proof, and income pathways.
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What you will be able to do
This sprint is designed to help you move from confusion to clarity, then from clarity to action.
Compare tech career paths
Explain the difference between AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data, DevOps, Web, and Full Stack.
Understand foundational tools
Connect Python, SQL, cloud platforms, APIs, databases, and automation to real use cases.
Use AI more practically
Apply AI tools for learning, productivity, career planning, content creation, and problem solving.
Choose a next learning track
Decide whether to continue with Security+, cybersecurity, cloud, data, DevOps, web, or portfolio building.
Prepare your career assets
Improve your resume, LinkedIn, portfolio, interview story, and project proof.
Build a practical roadmap
Leave with a clearer plan for learning, projects, certification, job readiness, or income pathways.
Resources
Support materials for the sprint
Use the playlist, free library, career tools, and individual session pages to review, practice, and continue learning.
After the sprint
Continue into the right Summer 2026 path.
Once you complete the May–June sprint, choose a next step based on your goal: certification, cybersecurity career direction, student/family learning, or the full summer campaign.
FAQ
Common questions
Is this the same as the original May 2026 Live Series?
This is the updated completion version. The original live series remains available as an archive, but this page presents the learning path in a cleaner order for current learners.
Who should take this sprint?
This sprint is best for beginners, career switchers, adult learners, working professionals exploring tech, and learners deciding between AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data, DevOps, Web, and Full Stack.
Do I need prior tech experience?
No. The sprint is designed to be beginner-friendly, while still being useful for professionals who want a modern refresh across multiple tech pathways.
Should I watch the sessions in order?
Yes. The recommended order moves from career clarity to foundational skills, then into major tech tracks, getting hired, and portfolio/income strategy.
What should I do after this sprint?
If you want certification focus, continue to Security+ 7×7. If you are exploring a longer cybersecurity path, visit the Cybersecurity Hub. If you are a parent, student, school, church, or community group, explore STAR.
Where are the videos and resources?
The playlist link is available on this page. Each individual session page will include the video, notes, resources, links, and previous/next navigation.
Start the sprint
Build your tech career foundation this summer.
Begin with Session 1, follow the roadmap in order, and use the sprint to choose your next practical learning path.