UpCamp: a Model for IT Skills Training
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is just one of the main pillars of the model of this Abstracta spin-off that pursues a clear objective: to provide comprehensive IT skills training for inexperienced people and help them enter the job market. The ultimate goal is to…
The Everything Else | The One About Boundaries
That’s enough! Stop right there. Did that make you uncomfortable? When was the last time you set a clear boundary like that? Setting limits is one of the foundations of relationships, and is the key to living a healthy life at work, with friends, with…
#AbstractaStory In-Depth with Sofía Palamarchuk: “Abstracta and I Grew Up and Matured Together”
She was hired as a junior performance tester by Abstracta almost 10 years ago and very quickly managed to make significant contributions to the company’s positioning in the United States. Later, she became the CEO of Apptim, Abstracta’s first spin-off. As a Latina woman, the…
#AbstractaStory Romina Bernal Romero, Immigration and Uprooting
She reconverted to the IT industry and migrated from Paraguay to Uruguay in search of a better future for herself and her children. Two years later, with a stable job and a promising future, she is on trial to bring them to live with her…
Good Night? How to Sleep Well in a Globalized Era
The clock is ticking and nothing can stop it. No matter what, the body and mind need a good rest every day. And there is only one formula for it: sleep well. How does sleep affect our daily work in a globalized era? Learn the…
Abstracta, the story of a dream
It’s Abstractas’ 14th anniversary and we decided to unveil its story. Abstracta is faithful evidence of how education is capable of hacking the system and turning the dreams of 3 students into reality. The outcome? The increase in the quality of life of those who…
NO to Job Hunting: We Don’t Want to “Hunt” Anyone
Immersed in a globalized and deeply interconnected society, today some people can work for companies anywhere in the world. This has become more evident with the pandemic, which has generated unprecedented turmoil in the labor market, especially in IT. By Vera Babat The explosive growth…
The Everything Else | The One About Personal Rebranding
Rebranding – If brands can do it, then people can too, right? There comes a point in life (or many) when change makes sense – career changes, taking up new hobbies, new habits, new lifestyles… but as with many things- it’s easier said than done….
Why do we have a Sustainability area in Abstracta?
It is a key space to make Abstracta a sustainable and scalable company, seeking to generate a positive impact on society through the creation of quality technologies. Find out all about it in this article, with an interview with Laura Daguerre, Abstracta’s Chief Sustainability Officer,…
Women’s stories of overcoming challenges in Uruguay
Hand in hand with Abstracta, these two professionals embarked on a labor reconversion to get ahead. Their stories illustrate the importance and transcendence of initiatives such as ReconverTIte and Abstracta Academy. And help us to continue strengthening these bridges to contribute the community development. By…
Interview Tips for Software Testers
The job search is a time when many emotions come together, whether we are unemployed or not. It is important to take this process as a learning opportunity. In this article, we give you all the tips and information you need for software tester interviews….
The Everything Else | The One About Procrastination
The Everything Else podcast season 3 is here and now featuring on the blog! A podcast dedicated to exploring the world of the so called soft skills. People often talk about soft skills as the skills of the future, but … what are soft skills…
Abstracta in the TOP 10 of “Best Places to Work for Women in Uruguay”
Great Place to Work revealed the results and we are happy to have received this immense recognition. Find out why this ranking is so important for Abstracta, and get to know the companies that join us in this TOP 10. By Vera Babat We are…
#AbstractaStory In Depth with Matías Reina: “A CEO has to relate strongly with what is happening in society”.
He never dreamed of being the CEO, but he slowly realized all he could accomplish from there on a social level. Part of abstracta from its birth, Matías dreams big. When people think of the role of a CEO, their minds tend to go to…
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