National Techies Day
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Where is National Techies Day celebrated?
National Techies Day is celebrated worldwide.
Who is National Techies Day celebrated by?
National Techies Day is celebrated by people working in tech jobs and technology enthusiasts.
When did National Techies Day first start?
National Techies Day was first started in the year 1998.
Who started National Techies Day?
National Techies Day was established by CNET Networks in partnership with Techies.Com.
History And Timeline
National Techies Day was invented by CNET Networks (Computer Networking Technology) and Techies.Com in the year 1998 to popularize tech jobs.
CNET Networks is a storage networking solutions company, and Techies.Com was a job portal that helped tech aspirants find the right career in the technology field. The history behind inventing this day is to create awareness for students coming out of high school about their careers options and future in the software industry.
National Techies Day celebration helps children become interested in computer science and encourages them to gain knowledge in technology and software.
Invention Of Computers
A physicist from the Lowa State, John Atanasoff, created the first electronic computer.
1937Invention Of Computer That Can Store Information
Atanasoff and his student Clifford Berry together invent the computer that can solve 29 equations at a time and store the information in its main memory.
1941Commercialization Of Computers
Mauchly and Presper left the University of Pennsylvania and built the UNIVAC, which is the first commercial computer for business purposes.
1946National Techies Day was started
CNET Networks and Techies.Com partner together and start the National Techies Day celebration on October 3.
1998Engine Advocacy Commissioned Report
In December 2012, the Bay Area Council Economic Institute prepared a report for Engine Advocacy that addresses the importance of growth in US tech employment.
December 2012Traditions And Customs
There are no specific traditions and customs known to be followed on this day. However, this day supports and encourages students to grow awareness about careers in the software and tech field.
The tech industry has grown remarkably in the last century. When we look back to the time when civilization started, there has been extraordinary growth with numerous inventions, development of modern life, technology advancement in various industries, especially the health care industry.
Ways To Observe Or Celebrate National Techies Day
There are many ways to observe National Techies Day. Develop the interest of learning different types of technologies in children as they are always on the lookout for exploring new things.
Create an interest in learning technological tools, languages, etc., apart from your regular profession/job.
Celebrate and thank all the techies around you and appreciate them for the skills and hard work they put in every day to make our lives smooth and hassle-free. Circulate on social media platforms if you find any tech opportunities in your workplace and motivate young people and students to consider a career in this field.
Facts And Stats
- If you are a techie then this day is a perfect opportunity to host a get-together, call all your friends and colleagues, and celebrate National Techies Day together. Host fun games related to technology.
- You can celebrate this day by creating #techiesday and spreading awareness about this day on social media.
- In the year 1936, some techies in Russia created a computer that ran on water. On National Techies Day learn such interesting facts related to technology.
What's National Techies Day?
National Techies Day is celebrated on October 3 to appreciate all the techies worldwide.
How do we celebrate National Techies Day?
National Techies Day on October 3 can be celebrated by encouraging students to choose a career in the software and technology field, by appreciating and thanking the techies we know, and by learning more about technology.
What is the importance of celebrating National Techies Day?
National Techies Day is celebrated to honor all the technology experts around us.
What are some disadvantages of celebrating National Techies Day?
There are no specific disadvantages of celebrating National Techies Day.
What do techies say about National Techies Day?
Celebrating National Techies Day gives an opportunity for technology experts to showcase their skills and create awareness among young students about careers and the future of the tech field.
How does National Techies Day impact the IT industry?
National Techies Day was started in the year 1998 by CNET Networks and Techies.com to promote jobs and opportunities in the technology field. It was first celebrated on October 3, 1999.
When Is This Day Celebrated
- Saturday, October 03, 2020
- Sunday, October 03, 2021
- Monday, October 03, 2022
- Tuesday, October 03, 2023
- Thursday, October 03, 2024
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